Quality Engineering Specialist

Quality Engineering Specialist

At RS, we are redefining how the world builds reliable energy infrastructure. We design and manufacture advanced composite utility poles that are lighter, stronger, and longer-lasting than traditional materials such as wood, steel, and concrete. Our poles are engineered for superior performance in the most demanding environments, providing utilities with a durable, low-maintenance, and sustainable solution for a more resilient grid.

With operations in North America and customers across 30+ countries, RS is a leader in grid resilience, driven by our values of Safety, Respect, Resilience, and Teamwork.

Under the supervision of the Quality Manager, the Quality Engineering Specialist implements procedures and methods to meet the production facility manufacturing quality requirements. He or she also provides mentoring and is a technical resource for the production, production support and engineering staff. As a member of the RS team, this position will support an organizational culture that promotes adherence to the RS core values of safety, respect, resilience, and teamwork.

Provides technical support for manufacturing and supports staff on quality issues

Supports other quality team members by providing training, instruction, and open communication that promotes a positive work environment focused on continual improvement

Support quality goals and objectives along with activities to identify, explain and resolve quality issues

Establish new procedures and methods as required to meet manufacturing quality requirements.

Develop and execute plans for quality and control to ensure constant manufacturing continuity and product conformance

Ability to generate data driven reports and presentations and effectively communicate within small meetings and large audiences

Provides effective and timely disposition of all in-process and finished product, and raw materials

Ensures the quality of purchased parts and raw material through receiving inspection and supplier development

Supports new product development and performance improvements through Quality lab

Tracks internal and customer concerns and lead corrective action teams in determining root causes and applicable countermeasures for improvements

Monitors process and product variance and advises production and engineering staff of deviations in same and participates in corrective action development

Reviews critical product characteristics and recommends modifications to process, products or quality standards as warranted

Develop and execute statistical process controls utilizing apt quality tools plus statistical techniques

Supports system of communication and document control within the organization

Involved as internal auditor for ISO: 9001:2015 process audits of the RS Quality Management Systems

Maintains Quality Control records and Certification files

Implement lean manufacturing principles where appropriate, in support of the Business Maturity Assessment, to drive improvements in process safety, quality, and costs

Bachelor's degree in quality or a related field

Minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience

Training in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, QMS, and ISO auditing

Proficient in MS Office and engineering software, including Minitab

Industrial production environment

Hot & humid areas within the plant

Interaction with heavy machinery, moving equipment and limited movement of chemicals within the production area

Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.

Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate computers, equipment, and tools.

Frequent bending, reaching, twisting, and occasional kneeling or crouching, as required.

Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.

Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and work safely in the assigned work environment.

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.

Retirement savings plans with company contributions.

Employer-paid life and short-term disability insurance.

Optional additional coverage (life, long-term disability).

Generous paid time off and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Opportunities for growth and development within a global, forward-thinking company.

At RS, you'll play a key role in strengthening the quality foundation that supports our continued growth. As we ramp up production, you'll help shape the systems, processes, and culture that ensure our products meet the highest standards of safety, performance, and reliability.

You'll join a collaborative, value-driven team where quality is at the heart of everything we do. If you're passionate about continuous improvement and motivated to make a lasting impact, RS is the place to do it.

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