Job Description

Ref: DETECTIONAPAC01198

Division: Smiths Detection

Job Function: Operations

Job Description

The Quality Engineer's to provide quality support for assigned product(s) or area(s) of responsibility so as to meet quality, safety and cost objectives.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Work cross-functionally with R&;D, Manufacturing Engineering and Production in providing effective and responsive support to resolve in-house, customer and supplier quality related issues.
• Deploy through all stages of the supply chain corrective and preventive action management with root cause analysis in order to safeguard the product and the customer experience.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the QMS to ISO9001. Including completion of Internal Audits and provision of support during External Audits.
• Implement first time through (FTT) measurements at key points in the manufacturing process and report weekly results and root cause analysis.
• Perform in-process, and final inspection random testing; incoming inspections as needed, collect and publish results, conduct feedback sessions for corrective and preventative action.
• Work with the engineering and manufacturing teams to help design and execute the necessary product qualification and validation tests and any necessary analysis and follow-up activities.
• Participate in the development and improvement of the manufacturing processes for existing and new products. Coordination of PPAP PMP activities.
• Product performance analysis and reporting.
• Drive and implement plant wide quality system improvements.
• Lead and participate in problem-solving meetings using problem-solving tools.
• Lead Support PFMEA/Dynamic Control Plan (DCP) activity and ensure that all failure modes in the process have been identified and addressed.
• Lead training activities on Quality related Procedures.
• Provide functional expertise to other support functions on quality related issues.
• Comply with and ensure department compliance with Company health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Comply with all applicable corporate and regulatory export control and security regulations.
• Support new product development activities and gate reviews.
• Other duties as required.

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

The Individual

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Engineering or equivalent discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in quality assurance within a high-technology manufacturing environment.
• Experience and good knowledge of ISO 9001 or higher.
• Experience in electro-mechanical systems manufacture, management system implementation, process mapping and flow-charting is preferred.
• ASQ-Certified Quality Engineer or Certified Quality Auditor designations, Lean Six Sigma green belt certified, environmental management systems around ISO 14001 experience would be an asset.
• Strong capabilities in quality planning and analysis, statistical tools, data analysis, ability to facilitate team process problem solving with strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Proficiency in with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Visio and SAP ERP.
• Must be assertive and able to work with minimal supervision

About Smiths

At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 14,600 colleagues, based in 50 countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers’ operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with an almost 170 year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field.

About Smiths Detection

SDI is a Federal Contractor, subject to the COVID-19 vaccination guidelines set forth by the Safer Federal Workforce Taskforce. As a result, effective January 4th 2022 , all newly hired employees in the United States are required to be fully vaccinated before their start date.

SDI is a Federal Contractor and a drug-free workplace. By submitting an application, I confirm that I understand that the Company has a right to require me to submit to a drug test prior to employment and at any time during my employment, to the extent permitted by law.

Smiths Detection is a global leader in threat detection and screening technologies for aviation, ports and borders, urban security and defence. With more than 40 years of field-tested experience, we deliver the solutions needed to protect society from the threat and illegal passage of explosives, prohibited weapons, contraband, toxic chemicals and narcotics. Every minute of every day our technology and our people make the world a safer place. Smiths Detection is part of Smiths Group, a global leader in applying advanced technologies to markets in threat as well as contraband detection, energy, medical devices, communications and engineered components. Smiths Group employs around 23,000 people in more than 50 countries.

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