Associate Engineer, Quality

Overview

The Associate Engineer, Quality will be responsible for executing the ISO quality management system for the unit. They will also develop and implement a strategy for handling off grade/rejected materials and unit raw material traceability. Additionally, they will work closely with the manufacturing team and lead quality investigations for out-of-spec product. They will be part of the site's Technology team and will report directly to the Technology Leader.

• Define, update and track alarm performance and change where needed
• Initiate MOC's (management of change) and field walk down of implementation
• Act as MOC Core team member
• Field walkthroughs for hazard recognition, housekeeping, quality measurement system management.
• Develop and implement strategy for handling off grade/rejected materials
• Monitors product quality parameters and takes action as needed to keep product in spec
• Leads quality investigations for out-of-spec product
• Execute ISO quality management system for unit
• Manages Unit Quality Alert and Action Tracker Systems
• Monthly quality meetings - Leading Indicators, Production data review
• Provide feedback to the site on issues at the Customer
• Develop and implement strategy for Unit Raw Material Traceability
• Leverage improvements made at other Celanese sites
• Monitors process, product and equipment to detect and anticipate emerging issues
• Engage with Production Team to identify and remove daily execution barriers
• Establish and communicate operating parameters for the Production Team
• Ensures proper application of RCA process and corrective action plans. If needed, develops action plans to achieve results
• Collaborates with Maintenance Leader to understand and set priority for equipment repairs impacting quality.
• Builds strategy around quality system training and knowledge support.
• Network with other sites to share best practices
• Supports production operator training and progression program as quality system expert

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
  • Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering a plus
  • New graduates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Understanding of quality systems
• Basic understanding of process technology
• Awareness of production capabilities and quality requirements

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets, work experience, and qualifications. The expected salary range for this Minnesota position is between $57,900 and $75,300.