Quality Engineer
Manufacturing & Production · Quality & Process · Quality Assurance · Quality Control
In short
Emerson seeks a Quality Engineer in Aiken, SC, to lead quality assurance at a manufacturing facility producing components for solenoid valves and pneumatic actuators. This role focuses on developing and improving manufacturing and quality processes through data-driven decisions and cross-functional collaboration to enhance customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical support and guidance to fabrication, assembly, and inspection personnel.
- Perform technical investigations and prepare troubleshooting reports.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to develop and improve test/inspection methods and procedures.
- Plan and direct APQP/PPAP activities and develop required documentation.
- Demonstrate working knowledge of ISO 9000 quality systems and nuclear standards.
- Perform contract review of government, nuclear, and Navy Level 1 order requirements.
- Provide audit and inspection oversight for assigned areas.
- Contribute as an active member of the internal audit team.
- Participate in customer, agency, and supplier audits.
- Provide technical and developmental support to assigned suppliers.
- Participate in localization and new product development projects.
- Support evaluation of nuclear and commercial material returns.
Requirements
- Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of quality related experience.
- Ability to understand blueprints and geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T).
- Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 standards.
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing concepts and tools.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Materials Engineering).
- Five (5) years of quality related experience.
- Prior experience with CNC machining and valve assembly processes, including statistical process control (SPC).
- Certifications in Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and/or ASQ.
- Knowledge of nuclear standard 10 CFR 50 Appendix B manufacturing requirements.
- Proficient in structured problem-solving methodologies and data analytics.
- Proven success in driving continuous improvement of quality inspection processes.
Benefits
- Variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- 401(k).
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee resource groups.
- Recognition programs.
- Flexible time off plans.
- Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal).
- Vacation and holiday leave.
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