Senior Quality Engineer

Position Summary

The primary activities include evaluating activities related to the analysis, measuring and monitoring of a product’s performance and manufacturing processes for the purpose of improving the quality of the product and the production process while identifying and reducing nonconformities, evaluating materials held for disposition, ensuring disposition is carried out, supporting special projects and delegate and organize the work load of the calibration and HFD processes between the mechanical Inspectors and to provide the necessary support to the Quality management system. Posted position does not allow for sponsorship or relocation support.

Essential Responsibilities

• Develop Process Analysis; Cpk, Gauge R&R, Measurement Systems Analysis
• Develop Test and Acceptance Criteria
• Support and Participate in the ISO Process to Maintain and Insure Accreditation
• Facilitate and support the development of Procedures and Work Instructions
• Conduct statistical analysis for approval of new components
• Participate on New and Current Supplier Evaluation
• Collaborate Determining Training Requirements for Product and Processes
• Specify and create Requisitions for Materials, Test Equipment, Calibration and Test Services
• Create Budgetary AFE’s and Capital Projects
• Provide Training on Root Causes Methodologies and Tools
• Develop Process Maps and Workflows
• Implement Corrective Actions and Root Cause Analysis
• Monitor and analyze quality performance and implement controls and process improvement projects
• Support and participate in the implementation of new technologies and special projects
• Facilitate and support the development Job Hazard Analysis
• Maintain and Generate Quality Graphs and Reports
• Determine disposition and subsequent action for items received out of tolerance
• Support and Facilitate Quality Internal Audits
• Maintain and Manage HFD Data Base
• Investigate Discrepant Supplier Items and Determine Appropriate Course of Action
• Notify and Communicate with Purchasing, Production and Engineering on Discrepant Supplier

Items

Involve Interaction with Test Labs, Material and Equipment Suppliers

Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

Working & Environmental Conditions

The employee typically performs duties in a normal office environment. There will be some work in a shop environment and exposure to the elements of our shop. Additionally, there may be some work performed in the field with exposure to construction sites or active customer facilities.

It is the policy of Powell Electrical Manufacturing Company to promote safe working conditions for ALL employees, to make available where necessary special equipment to protect employees against specific hazards, to reduce accidents through prevention programs and to establish rules that are designed for the safety of all. It is the responsibility of each employee to adhere to this policy, as well as to observe all safety practices and exercise every precaution for the safety of accidents.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel, carry or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand; talk or hear; walk; sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

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In our 75+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organization. As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated, and assembled to customer specifications!

Powell’s culture has and will always be founded in our "can do" attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Become a part of our story and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have a legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis, with only those candidates selected for interview contacted.

Powell offers comprehensive health insurance for you and your family, 401k savings, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, company-sponsored wellness programs, and a collaborative work environment.

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If you need an accommodation in the hiring process, you may contact 713.378.2685. Application status inquiries will not be accepted in this manner.