Hybrid Senior Process Engineer

at SQA Services, Inc.

• Job title: Senior Process Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Palos Verdes Estates, United States

About the role

• Continuous Improvement Engineer at SQA Services enhancing efficiency through implementing improvement initiatives and overseeing quality functions. Significant role in analyzing processes and optimizing workflows.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule program activities and resources (associates)
• Process Control setup using data analysis method
• Coordinating Special Process Validations
• Participate in the execution of Quality functions in compliance with AS9001, ISO9001, ISO 13485, and international quality requirements and standards
• Cross-functionally assisting in preparation and updates of internal and SQA program documentation
• Support risk management activities related to manufacturing processes, such as pFMEA
• Review and assist in writing new procedures and work instructions or updating existing documents for customer programs
• Evaluate and monitor manufacturing issues and product concerns, and help investigate non-conforming material to determine opportunities for improving manufacturing and product performance
• Support coordination of Inspection programs, update procedures, forms, methods, and training
• Perform SQA and Client internal and external audits and assist in hosting external audits
• Work with Clients to comprehensively understand and record requirements in a way that allows the development of an adequate Program Scope with execution that maximizes sales and margin for the SQA business model
• Identify opportunities for the provision of additional services with existing clients
• Conduct regular reviews with a cross-functional team to identify program trends and/or irregularities and bring them (and subsequent recommendations) to the attention of the Client; Central to this review is the analysis of STEPQ data
• Analyze client programs' activity and provide meaningful feedback and direction

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field from an accredited college or university
• 3+ years’ experience in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Industrial Engineering
• Experience working in an industrial manufacturing environment
• Proven experience in continuous improvement roles
• Excellent project management and organization skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Data-driven mindset with proficiency in data analysis tools such as 8D, SPC, PFMEA, and others. Lean Six Sigma Certified
• Proficient problem-solving skills with the ability to teach basic problem-solving techniques and facilitate problem-solving team events
• Strong engineering analysis skills
• Lead Auditor of Quality Management System experience
• Experience in implementation and maintenance of ISO 9001, AS9001, ISO 13485, and other international quality requirements and standards
• Experience managing change control processes
• Strong communication, presentation, and team building skills
• Manages time effectively, remains organized in all circumstances
• Self-motivated with a high level of initiative
• Must be able to travel to customer program sites and associate shadowing based on a planned schedule

Benefits

• Access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Access to a 401(k)-retirement plan (after 1yr of employment)
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Various other discounts and perks
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 8 or more paid holidays per year
• Corporate employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year