POSITION SUMMARY
The Quality Engineer is responsible for customer focused quality assurance of Fujimi products. Assures Fujimi’s overall Quality System aligns with customer expectations and requirements. Is responsible for tracking quality issues, developing solutions, adoption and implementation of appropriate quality systems and procedures. This position will drive quality improvement by monitoring data collected from the process operations and apply problem solving techniques, quality verification and continuous improvement programs (CIP) for Fujimi Corporation. Must have strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to successfully interface with technical and non-technical personnel to lead teams to resolve quality issues or improvement.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assist Quality Assurance Manager in establishing, implementing and maintaining the quality system, including corrective actions and change management follow up/resolution
- Create and maintain company quality documentation, such as quality manuals, quality procedures, etc.
- Oversight for Fujimi’s Process Control System (PCS) including facilitation of weekly reviews, tracking actions required (AR’s) and process indicators. Drives root cause determination for abnormal shifts, trends and outliers and develops reports as required.
- Provide technical customer support with the Sales Account Manager regarding internal alignment with customer quality expectations. This includes development and tracking of quality initiatives (CIP) projects to align with Customer expectations as well as complaint investigation, resolution and reporting
- Facilitating product transfers from R&D along with other Fujimi sites to ensure transfer of new products to manufacturing are in accordance with documented requirements and aligned with Customer expectations
- Provide statistical oversight as required and develop training to build quality awareness as required.
- Will lead and participate in internal and external audits. This includes coordination of ISO9001, ISO14001, and customer audits, including but not limited to preparing audit documentation/reports, scheduling audits with auditors (internal and external), communicating pre-audit or closing audit items to stakeholders, participation in audits, providing additional support to Quality Engineers in the audit process.
- Stays up to date on auditing standards and regulations as well as company policies and procedures to ensure accurate and compliant audits.
- May be responsible for reviewing analytical results of other QC staff. May assemble and prepare completed data packages for submission to Management and/or Customers as required.
- Responsible for CIP activities to enhance the quality system, such as 5S, Kaizen lean methods, etc.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statement(s)
Oral Communication
Communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
Written Communication
Clearly and concisely communicate using the written word.
Detail Oriented
Pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
Change Management
Encourage others to seek opportunities for different and innovative approaches to addressing problems and opportunities.
Judgment
Formulate a sound decision using the available information.
Accuracy
Perform work accurately and thoroughly.
Technical Aptitude
Comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.
Responsible
Be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.
Customer Oriented
Take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
Deductive Reasoning
Apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
Initiative
Make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
Motivation
Inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and perform to the best of their ability.
Problem Solving
Find a solution for or deal proactively with work-related problems.
Strategic Planning
Develop a vision for future and create a culture in which the long-range goals can be achieved.
Training
Develop a particular skill in others to bring them up to a predetermined standard of work performance.
Intrapersonal Skills
Work effectively with all levels of people.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education
Bachelor’s in chemistry, Chemical Engineering or similar discipline required; Master’s preferred.
Experience
Must have 2-5 years of quality engineering work experience. Strong background with understanding/utilizing statistical methods and project management
Computer Skills
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, JMP statistical software
Certifications & Licenses
CQE preferred.
Other Requirements
Required knowledge of ISO 9001 and/or QS 9000 standards, RBA and previous auditing experience desired. Ability to utilize Six Sigma tools to resolve product/process issues. Ability to read, interpret, and understand technical and non-technical documents including but not limited to contracts, product drawings, and product specifications.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
N (Not Applicable)
Activity is not applicable to this position.
O (Occasionally)
Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 – 2.5+ hrs/day)
F (Frequently)
Position requires this activity from 33% – 66% of the time (2.5 – 5.5+ hrs/day)
C (Constantly)
Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
Frequently (F)
The position frequently requires sitting, manual manipulation, speaking, and lifting/carrying items weighing 10 pounds or less.
Occasionally (O)
The position occasionally requires standing, walking, squatting or kneeling, bending, reaching outward, reaching above the shoulders, grasping, lifting/carrying items weighing 11–20 pounds, and pushing/pulling up to 25 pounds.
Not Applicable (N)
The position does not require climbing, crawling, lifting/carrying items over 20 pounds, or pushing/pulling more than 25 pounds.
Other Physical Requirements: Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to Safety glasses and hearing protection.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & CONDITIONS
Works primarily in an office environment with occasional exposure to manufacturing, warehouse and lab environments.
MENTAL OR VISUAL DEMAND
Requires ability to think critically to coordinate efficient planning and scheduling of audits and times to meet with internal stakeholders. Frequent mental visual demand to analyze complex data sets, production trends, and quality metrics to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions, while applying critical thinking and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. It involves interpreting technical documents, engineering drawings, specifications, and regulatory standards, as well as maintaining a high level of attention to detail while managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Exercise sound judgment and decision-making using available data and established quality standards, communicating effectively with cross-functional teams including production, engineering, and leadership, and adapting to changing priorities, processes, and continuous improvement initiatives. Additionally, the ability to maintain focus and accuracy in environments with frequent interruptions or shifting production demands is essential.
Prolonged viewing of computer screens is necessary while analyzing data and preparing reports, along with maintaining sufficient visual acuity to safely navigate the manufacturing environment, including areas with moving equipment and machinery. Requires constant awareness of standardized processes, personnel training assignment changes, audit schedules. Results oriented with a sense of urgency and motivation to drive results.
ATTENDANCE
Regular attendance is essential to the smooth operation of our company and shows respect for the department personnel, including team members and your manager who may do your job in your absence. It is necessary for you to report to work regularly and on time.
SAFETY
Be an active participant in the company’s safety culture by following safe practices and performing duties in accordance with acceptable, safe work procedures and Fujimi approved operating standards.
FLSA STATUS
Exempt
EEO CLASSIFICATION
Professionals
The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee’s ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.
EEO Statement
Fujimi Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
