Quality Engineer; REQ

Quality Engineer

In Stamford, Spartech manufactures acrylic sheets that are used in the aerospace as well as in security (bullet-resistance), displays, acrylic furniture and laser protection amongst other applications. Our products can be seen in many airplanes, fighter jet canopies, helicopters, in the banks for protection at the teller windows, tanning beds, etc.. We have a unique process that utilizes technology, as well as the skills and knowledge of our employees, to make quality products.

We strive to supply the highest quality acrylic sheet with the best possible service.

In the Acrylics division at Stamford, we are looking for a quality engineer to join our team. The Quality Engineer will oversee and enhance our Quality Management System to continue meeting our customers' expectations and comply with ISO
9001. Candidates must have attention to detail, so they can properly identify any potential or existing flaws in our processes and procedures. They must also have effective multitasking skills and the ability to successfully perform under pressure in a manufacturing environment. Spartech promotes a cross-function team environment in the facility as well as across the acrylics division. They must show a commitment to continuous improvement to thrive in this dynamic role.

This position will be key in affecting KPIs and bringing about tangible improvements. Spartech provides ample opportunity to evolve and grow within the organization.

• Provision of site QC leadership and support for internal and external conformance audits. This includes ISO
  9000 compliance and audit support for the plant.
• Design, implement, and support quality control plans, procedures, and inspection systems, as necessary to ensure quality standards and specifications are being met.
• Oversee quality control of products through the value stream. The candidate will be the quality representative for inspection, QA holds, A3s, CAPAs, and production meetings.
• Enhance a team environment by encouraging communication, involvement, and empowerment of cross functional team members.
• Perform data analysis, trend identifications, and improvement recommendations to achieve KPI targets and goals.
• Troubleshoot problems, provide technical support, and facilitate corrective actions to resolve quality issues.
• Lead customer material returns and internal rejects, ensuring proper RCCA using various methods. (Root Cause Analysis, 8D, customer response support).
• Support Continuous Improvement projects & Kaizen events from a quality perspective. This includes projected charters, calculating paybacks, and describing expected impacts on KPIs.
• Supplier quality development and performance monitoring.
• Supplier Quality Audits