Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer

Full Time Indirect Tell Tool Operations, Westfield, MA, US

Salary Range: $86,300.00 To $ Annually

Responsible for day‑to‑day quality improvement initiatives as well as the planning, coordination, and implementation of specific quality improvement projects.

• Bachelor’s Degree or 5+ years of experience in Quality Engineering environment
• Quality Engineering experience in aerospace manufacturing
• Thorough understanding of inspection methods, techniques, and equipment
• Experience with ISO-9001 or AS‑9100 Quality Management Systems
• Experience with common machine shop gaging and techniques
• Ability to manage projects and get them done in a timely manner
• Ability to identify areas for improvement and think strategically to enhance efficiency
• Ability to identify root cause and determine corrective actions
• Strong understanding of 6S
• Strong understanding of blueprint reading (GD&T)
• Required to pass annual eye exam by licensed optometrist
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) preferred
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations
• Strong understanding of AS9102 First Article submittal process
• Ability to perform internal audits independently.

• Ensure adherence to safety regulation and standard. Follow Safety culture and wear PPE when required.
• Serve as ‘Voice of the Customer’ reviewing concerns, questions and nonconforming material. Analyze failures; perform root cause analysis and corrective action for process related concerns and/or customer complaints.
• Review, analyze, and determine root cause and corrective actions for internal nonconforming material.
• Responsible for continual improvement activities to enhance the quality system and tools as well as work with manufacturing and engineering personnel in support of the quality function.
• Interface with engineering and operations to ensure successful new product launches.
• Support the Quality Inspectors to ensure that products and processes comply with the relevant requirements of the quality management system and customer requirements.
• Continuously improve first piece, in‑process, and final inspection processes and procedures.
• Follow 6S procedures and maintain a clean organized work area.
• Post Key Business Indicators in support of company and corporate goals.
• Assist in developing personnel to improve skills required to reduce final inspection turn‑backs.
• Install statistical sampling and monitoring of processes as required, report on trends.
• Assist the Quality Engineer Manager in maintaining and improving the Quality Management System.
• Lead the submittal of First Article Inspection Reports.
• Perform audits (6S, internal) and assist in external audits (customer, 3 rd
  -party, registrar, NADCAP).
• Other duties as assigned by management.

• Normal Production environments, subject to high noise levels from operating machines; physical hazards from moving equipment and sharp machine parts; breathing fumes, dust and mist; skin exposure to oil and cutting fluid; exposure to sharp metal edges, and forklifts.
• May be asked to travel back and forth between Southwick and Westfield facilities.

• Must have ability to read applicable customer/B&E documents with or without corrective lenses.
• May have to lift up to thirty (30) pounds at a time, as required.
• Ability to pass annual eye exam by licensed optometrist.
• Must be able to push, pull, reach overhead, stand, walk, climb stairs, bend and/or sit for long periods of time.

Kinetic Engine Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law. This policy applies regarding all aspects of one’s employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, and eligibility for benefits and termination.

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At Kinetic Engine Systems, the well‑being of our employees and their families is a top priority. We offer a robust benefits package which invests in pay and compensation, health and wellness, retirement, career and talent development.