Quality Engineer Technician

Quality Engineer Technician

Under the guidance of a Quality Engineer/Quality Assurance Manager, ensures the planning and execution of cost-effective quality programs that help ensure contractual compliance to quality requirements and the integrity of delivered product.

• Participate in the review of contract documentation for quality-related requirements; assure proper flow down and satisfaction of these requirements through review of design and manufacturing/test documentation and development of inspection plans.
• Support the efforts to ensure that all FAI requirements (including delta) are current, or are identified as necessary to perform.
• Assist in the evaluation of new processes and improve current process capability, efficiency, and overall productivity in all areas of manufacturing.
• Participate in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and develop documents and test data, as required.
• Assist in providing customers, source inspectors and suppliers appropriate interfacing, and work cooperatively with them and program team to ensure all contractual quality requirements are satisfied.
• Evaluate the robustness and risk of process and recommend improvement actions where appropriate.
• Provide support to cross‑functional teams in problem solving for non-conformance product, quality escapements, and process capabilities, establishing definitive root cause and effective corrective actions.
• Execute product containment actions to protect the customer from non‑conforming material arriving at their facilities.
• Participate in root cause and corrective action investigation efforts, resulting from MRB activity.
• Inspect product when needed and requested by the Quality Manager.
• Analyze, review and prepare necessary reports/data summaries, as required.
• Responsible for complying with quality system (ISO 9001, AS 9100, Nadcap) and Aerospace OEM system requirements.
• Assist with review of any customer requirements reflecting digital product definition using CAD/CAM/CAI data, when authorized by the customer.
• Participate in internal audit programs.
• Provide support in submitting tags to customers; close out rejection reports.
• Assist plant personnel in maintaining the Quality Systems Registration, highlighting areas for continuous improvement.
• Support the organization leadership on Lean implementation using Lean Systems as the principal tool.
• Inspect product when requested by Quality Manager.
• Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in the work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Working conditions are: 30% office environment, 70% manufacturing environment.
• Noise level is usually moderate.
• Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, in high precarious places, and in outside weather conditions.
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, and extreme heat.
• Safety glasses (ANSI Z87 compliant) required in all manufacturing areas.
• Hearing protection must be worn in designated areas.

• Five S, Continuous Improvement Process, Kaizen, SPC and ISO 9001 / AS 9100 and Aerospace OEM Specifications and Drawings.
• Strong analytical and communication skills for internal/external customers and suppliers.
• Good memory for detail.
• Conscientious, organized and meticulous – records must be accurate and maintained.
• Read and understand internal procedures and policies.
• Understand and follow through on both verbal and written instructions.
• Team oriented with a continuous improvement outlook.

• High School Diploma; up to 3 years related experience in job function and/or training; equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess mechanical aptitude, ability to utilize measuring equipment, and hands‑on capabilities to work on multiple projects at the same time without supervision.
• Good math skills, familiarity with personal computer, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, and Internet required.

1505 Maiden Lane, Joplin, Missouri 64801, United States