Qualifications, Education, and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree (B. A / B.S.) from a four-year college or university and/or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Familiarity with standard quality processes (FAI, PFMEA, PPAP, VCAR, corrective action, root cause analysis)
Experience performing under AS9100 quality standards and NADCAP accreditation required
Understand and apply GD&T, FMEA, Gage R&R, and Capability Analysis fundamentals as applicable
Proficiency with basic measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, etc.)
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry
Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions in English
Must be able to clearly communicate information to others verbally and in writing in English
Ability to read mechanical prints
Working knowledge of machine tools and their capabilities
Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload
Must meet the ITAR definition of §120.15 U.S. person
Key Competencies:
Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skills
Accomplishes organizational goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishment
Prioritize tasks, able to plan, organize, and monitor work of self and others working autonomously and self-direct
Manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to speak effectively before customers and/or employees of organization
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where limited standardization exists
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
Proficient in Microsoft applications, ERP systems, e.g., electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, and spreadsheets
Physical Requirements
Regular, predictable attendance is required; including quarter-driven hours as business demands dictate
Will ascend/descend stairs multiple times per day
Will alternate between being stationary, traverse, or moving about various distances for up to the entire duration of shift
Will need to regularly operate a computer, telephone, keyboard, and mouse
Specific vision abilities include close vision, color perception, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 20/20 vision (corrected)
Oscillating between fine and gross manipulation / motor skills
The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations using English as the spoken language
Daily exposure to noisy/loud environment when in the production plant
Essential Duties:
Hi-Tek Manufacturing has been in business for over 40 years and operates a state-of-the-art 125,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility. Based in northern Cincinnati, they focus on customer service and quality standards, and have grown to provide a full scope of manufacturing services for the gas turbine and aerospace industries, servicing all the major turbine engine OEMs. Hi-Tek sets the industry standard by providing highly engineered, complex component manufacturing and assembly utilizing state of the art machinery and processes.
Reporting to the Quality Manager, the Quality Engineer is responsible for developing, applying, and maintaining a quality control system for processing materials to finished products. Develops and initiates methods and procedures for inspection, testing, and evaluation. Devises sampling procedures, supervises the design of forms for recording quality checks and prepares instructions for these procedures. Develops and implements methods and procedures to assess cost and responsibility for nonconforming products. May conduct training and write training manuals on quality issues.
Essential Tasks:
Provide a customer interface for product launch, problem resolution, and continuous improvement of products and processes
Evaluate discrepant hardware per customer quality requirements and submit to the customer for formal review and disposition
Assist in identifying or auditing root causes and corrective action of nonconforming parts while developing counter measures to solve problems
Investigate and participate directly in Material Review Board actions
Determine and implement Quality Alerts and Corrective Actions to prevent recurrence of escapes
Provide customers with data associated with NPI development (such as FAI, PFMEA, PPAP, etc.) as required by the customer
Perform source inspections and Workstation Audits as needed or scheduled
Submit and follow up with Vendor Corrective Action Requests (VCAR) for supplier-related quality issues
Generate instructions for final inspection and processing of manufactured parts and assemblies
Participate in Internal Auditing of the Quality Management System
Perform the quality portion of contract review and audit received Purchase Orders for changes in specification or quality aspects
Reviews quality trends to prevent or reduce defects, determine problem causes and initiate actions to provide permanent corrections
Provide support to Quality and Production including visual aids and inspection analysis
Review all design drawings and changes to ensure quality requirements are met
Assist with inspection, part, and vendor qualifications
Participate in ongoing conversations with engineers, supervisors, and machinists to resolve any issues related to processes, quality, part completion, and customer satisfaction to aid in continuous improvement to eliminate operating problems, increase productivity, and improve product quality
Provides recommendations to improve procedures that apply to Quality and productivity
Responsible to implement corrective actions such as changes to operation and Quality Standards for operations, installation of fixtures or gauging, changes in workstations and product flow, changes in inspection analysis and changes in process procedures
Provides time studies, router, and job cost review to ensure standards are up to date and are met as needed
Follow work instructions, procedures, safety, and company policies as given
Create and/or maintain documentation of all types as required
Quality Engineer
Hi-Tek Manufacturing is searching for an experienced Quality Engineer who wishes to advance his or her career in advanced manufacturing technology by utilizing engineering expertise to optimize quality by supporting production and engineering departments. Creating solutions, streamlining quality procedures and best practices to ensure that all parts are manufactured in accordance with customer and company quality requirements. Offer expert input to aid in reducing quality-impacting nonconforming parts or processes. Being an asset in the quest to reduce the cost of poor quality while working in a team environment.
Hi-Tek is a Drug-Free Workplace and conducts 10-panel pre-employment
drug and background screening and random drug screening
Hi-Tek offers competitive wages and a full benefit package which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, 9 paid holidays per year, paid vacation time, 401K plan with company match, HSA & Flex Spending programs, supplemental health plans, and more! Hi-Tek offers a clean, climate-controlled environment and we believe in quality and safety above all else.
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