Job Type:Full-timePosition:Quality EngineerLocation:Williamsport, PAAbout the Role:As aQuality Engineerat Spartronics, you'll play a pivotal role in planning and conducting activities concerned with the quality assurance of industrial processes, materials, and products made to our customer's expectations. Your contributions will help us continue our journey towardsWinning as One:One company. One team. One purpose. One plan. One culture.DescriptionSpartronics is more than just a company. We have great facilities, a dedicated and talented team, tremendous capacity and capabilities, and longstanding customers who need us. Now, it's all about driving forward with a winning strategy that builds on our strengths to create growth for our - customers, shareholders and employees. As an Electronic Manufacturing Services provider, we strive to meet and exceed our mission to be the preferred provider of fail-safe electronics solutions that save lives and protect what matters the most.At Spartronics, we're not just building products, we build products lives depend on. As an electronic manufacturing services (EMS) provider for the commercial aerospace, defense, medical device, life science, and industrial markets, we work to deliver products of the highest quality and reliability.Our organization provides comprehensive contract manufacturing services, ranging from printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) and subsystem integration to full-box build (high-level assemblies). Additional services include engineering support such as manufacturing testing, supply chain management, sustaining engineering, and a suite of aftermarket services to support the full OEM product lifecycle. With over $500 million in revenue, approximately 1,700 dedicated employees, and manufacturing resources strategically located worldwide, our manufacturing network spans the United States, Mexico, and Vietnam. To learn more about our sites, please visithttps://www.spartronics.com/locations.Why Join Us:When you become a part of Spartronics, you're joining a team of dedicated and talented, individuals who share a common goal - to win as one. We value talent, innovation, and a hunger for growth. Here, you'll have the opportunity to work with industry leaders in Aerospace & Defense, Medical & Life Science, and Industrial markets where our customers put full trust in us to deliver the most complex, highly regulated products that have to work the first time, every time.Basic Purpose of Position:Responsibilities:
Drive quality assurance initiatives to achieve exceptional product quality and reliability with focus on manufacturing process capabilities and product specifications / requirements.
Drive and support functional owners to achieve effective use of risk management processes through the use of FMEA, APQP, Control Plans and mistake proofing in product and process design.
Plans, coordinates and executes internal audits, and assists in coordination and management of Layered Process Audits, third party and customer audits, such as ISO, UL, AS9100, etc.
Introduces and utilizes appropriate quality tools to evaluate product and process performance such as, Pareto charts, trend analysis, statistical process control (SPC), and process maps.
Primary customer quality interface - Communicates with customer providing technical support on quality issues and performance. Provides guidance to Spartronics team on customer requirements and expectations.
Drive continuous improvement across facility's Key Process Indicators (scrap, rework, PPM) utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, Poke Yoke and related process improvement tools and methodologies.
Lead the Root Cause Analysis and Corrective/Preventative action processes, utilizing problem solving tools within an 8D methodology.
Lead APQP as part of the New Product Introduction teams, including project risk management a tivities.
Provide technical assistance in the development and implementation of robust processes to meet customer requirements, including QA plans and process routings
Key member of the Quality Team Provides specific guidance and direction to general staff as well as department managers, functional owners in implementation of the quality system and compliance with quality standards and regulations.
Monitor and follow-up on supplier quality and corrective actions as necessary affecting your support areas.
Monitor MRB along with timely disposition of suspect product.
RequirementsTo excel in this role, you'll need:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering field or STEM area of study deemed acceptable by the hiring team, or appropriate years of direct experience.
Previous work in an Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) company preferred.
Experience developing work instructions and relative QMS procedures.
Thorough understanding of ISO 9001 requirements. AS9100 experience preferred.
Ability to function effectively in a team environment.
Effective communication skills driven by attention to detail.
Understanding and facilitation of APQP events in the New Product Introduction process cycle.
Excellent analytical skills using DMAIC Six Sigma and Lean Principles.
Good working knowledge of quality/reliability engineering statistical techniques.
Self-motivated and self-managed.
Ability to handle multiple projects at the same time.
Certified Six Sigma Green Belt or Six Sigma Black Belt or CQE preferred.
Due to ITAR regulations all candidates MUST be a US Citizen, Green Card Holder, or Permanent Resident.
Our Commitment:At Spartronics, we're dedicated to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Our culture at Spartronics values accountability, unity, respect, and transparency. These winning values are the lifeblood of our business. We embrace diversity through people who believe in these values. Embracing our employees' differences enables us to be a stronger team.Join Our Journey:If you're ready to be a part of something extraordinary, challenge the status quo, and shape the future, then we want to hear from you. Together, we'll continue to win, while we build products lives depend on.Our Benefits:Full range of medical, dental, and vision benefits. Medical plan options include 2 PPO plans and 2 High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). By completing an annual Wellness Exam, you will save on your PPO plan. Or, on the HDHP, we contribute $750 (single) or $1,500 (family) to a HSA.Flexible Savings Accounts for Medical, Dependent Care, and Limited Purpose (dental and vision only)PTO and Holiday PayCompany-paid life insurance and disability at 1 times your annual salary at no cost to you, with options to increase coverage amounts401k with a company match of 50% to every dollar up to 6%Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Insurance optional plansEmployee Assistance ProgramTuition ReimbursementsOpportunities to grow