Quality Engineer
Our growing, state-of-the-art facility in Erie, PA has an exciting, newly created opportunity for a Quality Engineer to join our production team. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Quality Engineer facilitates the daily activities related to the inspection functions and provides leadership and motivation to achieve the desired level of quality and delivery to internal and external customers. To be successful in this position, it is critical the Quality Engineer has a thorough understanding of the use and application of standards and specifications including ISO 9001, AS9100, Nadcap, ITAR, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and FDA 21CFR Part 820.
As an integral member of the production floor team, the Quality Engineer will regularly collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, customer service, etc., to support customer deliverables and drive continuous improvement.
If you are searching for a career with a company that offers challenging, diverse projects and opportunities? If yes, Apply Now! Individuals who are motivated self-starters with excellent communication abilities including strong listening skills and a logical, systematic approach to assimilating information in all areas succeed at our company.
**Only candidates with 5+ years of previous electronics manufacturing experience will be considered**
What you’ll do:
- Support the Quality team in inspection and quality control procedures with regard to purchased raw material, in-process and finished products to assure that quality control standard is achieved
- Ensure products comply with customer specifications, industry standards, regulatory requirements and Plexus standards. Ensure ABIs comply with specifications and standards.
- Support creation and execution of qualification and validation protocols (Ex: IQ/OQ/PQ) protocols to ensure compliance with Master Validation Plans
- Lead the development of the inspection strategy for incoming/receiving, in-process manufacturing, pre-shipment inspection per information received by participating in NPI meetings
- Serve as the primary customer contact for quality-related issues including specification inquiries
- Assist with response and actions associated with customer quality concerns including complaints, disclosures, and inquiries
- Engage Product/Manufacturing/Process Engineers and other SMEs to address customer quality concerns
- Lead CAPA development in response to customer requests, creation of customer defined quality reports, and provide feedback and documentation to the customer as required
- Support the company’s goal of improving manufacturing quality and efficiency by conducting or assigning inspections, assessing the results and the manufacturing process, and proposing improvements based on the findings
- Balance team workloads, leveraging/flexing to team skills and strengths, effectively managing assignments to ensure deadlines are met
- Lead, motivate and optimize team efficiency and effectiveness
- Ensure all equipment used for product acceptance is calibrated and properly maintained
- Constant communication with General Manager regarding issues and concerns
What will make you stand out?
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Materials Science, Mechanical)
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience and progressively increasing responsibility in Quality manufacturing processes and technologies
- Exceptional organizational skills to establish priorities, and assist in establishing work schedules, allocation of resources, enforcing company policies and procedures, and utilizing resources to provide the greatest efficiencies
- Idea generation with strong analytical, problem solving, critical thinking, and innovation capabilities
- Strong project management and multitasking skills along with the ability to navigate conflicting priorities
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
- Independent thinker capable of working self-sufficiently as well as within a team
- Ability to communicate (both written and verbal) in a professional and respectful manner always
- Flexible and adaptable to ever-changing priorities and/or processes
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well on cross-functional basis in a positive, collaborative manner
What we offer?
- Opportunity to grow with a dynamic company
- Full benefits 1st day of employment (health, dental, vision, etc.)
- 401k with company match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
What we value:
- Highly motivated and ability to work with minimal supervision
- Motivated to go above and beyond the call of duty
- Willingness to act in spite of uncertainty
- Sense of humor
- Hands-on approach; not afraid to get your hands dirty
- Enthusiasm and passion in everything you do
- Entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to overall growth of the company
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
- Job requires that employee is able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time
- Must be able to lift 25 - 50 pounds
- Must have excellent eyesight and hearing (cannot be color blind)
- Work environment includes machines and tools with sharp moving parts and hot surfaces
- Employees may be exposed to moderate noise levels and processes that utilize solder, potting material, conformal coating and cleaning agents, which have various odors
- Employees must wear safety glasses ,ESD smocks, ESD straps at all times when on the production floor (all of these items are provided by 4Front)
ITAR Requirements
To conform with International Traffic in Arms Regulars (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or actively working towards obtaining the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Who are we?
For over 30 years, 4Front Solutions has been providing comprehensive Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) solutions, from printed circuit boards (PCB’s) and cable assemblies to complete box assemblies, to a wide variety of industries. Our state-of-the-art equipment, experienced workforce and commitment to quality are the perfect match for our customers whose products operate in a high-reliability environment. At 4Front Solutions, we are continuously focused on process improvement, quality control, customer satisfaction and fiscal responsibility. No phone calls please.
4Front Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes individuals of diverse talents and backgrounds. All applications will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
- In-person
- Manufacturing facility
Application Question(s):
- Have you previously worked for an electronics manufacturer?
- Please confirm how many years of experience you have in electronics manufacturing as a Quality Engineer.
- Please confirm you do not require sponsorship to work at 4Front Solutions
Ability to Relocate:
- Erie, PA 16509: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person