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Optech 4.6
Quality engineer job in Buffalo, NY
Industrial Engineer -2
Buffalo, NY (Onsite)
The main function of a Industrial Engineer is to design, develop, test and evaluate integrated systems for managing industrial production processes including human work factors, quality control, inventory control, logistics and material flow, cost analysis and production coordination. A typical Industrial Engineer is tasked with increasing productivity through the management of people, methods of business organization and technology.
Job Responsibilities:
• Analyze statistical data and product specifications to determine standards and establish quality and reliability objectives of finished product.
• Develop manufacturing methods, labor utilization standards, and cost analysis systems to promote efficient staff and facility utilization.
• Recommend methods for improving utilization of personnel, material, and utilities.
• Plan and establish sequence of operations to fabricate and assemble parts or products and to promote efficient utilization.
• Apply statistical methods and perform mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing processes, staff requirements, and production standards.
• Coordinate quality control objectives and activities to resolve production problems, maximize product reliability, and minimize cost.
• Estimate production cost and effect of product design changes for management review, action, and control.
• Draft and design layout of equipment, materials, and workspace to illustrate maximum efficiency using drafting tools and computer.
Skills:
• Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem solving ability.
• Team player and detail oriented.
• Basic ability to make sketches, engineering drawings and common computations.
• Basic knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Basic knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Previous experience with computer applications and software related to engineering field, such as MS Visual Basic, MS Project, and ABAQUS.
Education/Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• 2-4 years experience required.
$64k-80k yearly est. 2d ago
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Welding Engineer
Brightpath Associates LLC
Quality engineer job in Buffalo, NY
Welding Engineer provides technical leadership in support of manufacturing operations specifically in welding and brazing, assembly, and manufacturing environment. This position has a strong focus in welding and manufacturing engineering in day-to-day operations and project-based support based on customer needs.
Responsibilities:
As a Welding Engineer, you will support daily welding operations by applying your technical engineering skillset to analyze process efficiency, troubleshoot defects, perform quality control functions, and drive cost savings.
In this role, you will evaluate, apply, and develop complex welding specifications per industry standards and as per customer requirements.
You will also be responsible for developing robust and repeatable joining procedures for high-precision components using different welding technologies, such as Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), Laser Beam Welding (LBW), and Brazing.
You will also develop and maintain weld qualification reports, weld procedure specifications, and work instructions as needed.
To be successful in this position you should be able to clearly communicate technical details and provide training to operations teammates and customers as needed.
Requirements:
If you have strong analysis and communication skills, are resourceful, creative, and take initiative, and have a bachelor's degree in welding, metallurgical, materials science, mechanical or mechanical/chemical engineering from an ABET-accredited program or applicable technical work experience, then we are interested in hearing from you.
We are ideally looking for someone with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience performing welding engineering or similar metal product processing.
$43k-82k yearly est. 5d ago
Quality Manager
Regalrexnord
Quality engineer job in East Aurora, NY
DELEVAN is an electronics manufacturer of Inductors, Radio Frequency coils, chokes, transformers, and resolvers with a strong brand for over 75 years, and the only manufacturer in the world with Mil-PRF-39010 Level ‘S' accreditation. Global supplier of frameless, framed, and tandem resolvers to automation, commercial, industrial, and aerospace and defense industries. We form part of Regal Rexnord Corporation (NASDAQ: RRX) portfolio of product offerings, under the Operating Company of Linear Motion. For more information about Delevan, Regal Rexnord and Linear Motion, please visit our websites at *************** , ********************* and **********************
POSITION SUMMARY:
Develop, implement and sustain the quality systems required to assure the delivery of products and services that exceed total quality requirements. Lead the facility in the application of total quality activities that result in continuous process improvements and reduce total cost. Responsible for maintaining ISO9001, AS9100 and Military QPL maintenance programs, such as Mil-PRF-39010, Mil-PRF-27.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Along with those identified below, other duties may be assigned.
Manage, lead, and mentor the Quality department team
Responsible for incoming quality and regulation of suppliers performance to quality
Develop and drive customer specific quality requirements
Interface with customer to resolve quality problems by determining root cause and corrective actions
Lead the quality team's efforts to improve internal quality
Implementation of sustainable quality processes in production process
Support Manufacturing, Sales and Customer service in resolving quality problems and implementation of corrective actions
Drive customer-specific quality problems using FBS processes and tools
Embrace and utilize Daily Management Process
Develop audit programs and procedures for all levels of audit activity.
Assure consistency of purchased components by vendor certification, establishment of effective acceptance criteria and product monitoring.
Provides support and information for new and sustaining product development in regards to quality processes, tooling and fixtures, aimed at one piece flow
Maintain ISO and AS9100 quality system
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, and must be a United States citizen. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Demonstrated ability to successfully lead projects involving cross-functional teams and external stakeholders
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Excellent written, verbal, and technical presentation skills
Highly organized and task focused, with little to no supervision required
Excellent project management skills
Excellent Proficiency with all common software; Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Associates Degree-preferably technical discipline
Supervisory or management experience a plus
Prior quality systems experience in manufacturing environment
Experience with military specifications would be beneficial
Variation Reduction and Problem Solving skills
Mathematical and statistical analysis
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret strategic business templates and information.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical and complex problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Required to respect and protect all confidential, privileged, personal, legally regulated and proprietary information.
Salary range: $98,000 -$218,600
Compensation is based on a variety of factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, responsibilities, candidate experience, education, qualifications, and business considerations.
Restrictions imposed by federal export control laws may limit this job opportunity to candidates who are a ‘U.S. Person', which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted asylum in the United States, and refugees in the United States.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
Paid Time Off and Holidays
401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Paid Leaves
Tuition Assistance
About Regal Rexnord
Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company's electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company's automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools.
The Company's end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture.
Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email ***************************. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail ***************************.
Equal Employment Opportunity Posters
Notification to Agencies: Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("Regal Rexnord") do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.
$98k-218.6k yearly Auto-Apply 28d ago
Quality Manager
Human Castle
Quality engineer job in Tonawanda, NY
Human Castle Recruiting is assisting an elite equipment manufacturer in the Buffalo Northtowns in the acquisition of a perm-hire on-site Quality Manager. This is a high-profile role with a compensation reaching $150K per year. Position includes top-tier benefits along with 2 yearly bonuses.
Duties include:
Provide Quality leadership and continuous improvement
Handle responsibility for QMS
Manage Six Sigma change initiatives
Support new product launches/ change control/ validation
Ensure that SHEQ systems and processes deliver optimally
Promote a culture of change to greater improvement
Supporting Standardization
Handle department resources/capacity planning/budgeting
Process & procedure improvements, best practices, employee reviews
Handle Supplier and internal audits, resolve conflicts
Manage NCR (Non-Conformance) System and VCR (Verification Conformance Request) System
Preferred:
Leadership experience
ISO9000 Lead Assessor experience
Working knowledge/Practice of Lean/Six Sigma
Knowledge of CGMP and/or GAMP
SPC experience
Because of the compensation, amazing benefits, desirable location and company work culture this position will not last long. Apply today for consideration.
$150k yearly 60d+ ago
Quality Manager
Neighborhood Health Center 3.9
Quality engineer job in Buffalo, NY
If you believe healthcare is a right, that everyone deserves high quality care so they can enjoy their highest level of health and wellbeing, and you value each person's individual story - consider joining us at Neighborhood!
We're looking for a highly responsible quality manager who enjoys collaborating with co-workers and is passionate about aligning their work with the organization's mission.
About the Role:
As the quality manager, you'll develop, implement, and oversee quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care outcomes, safety, and satisfaction. Responsibilities include:
Managing quality staff and adhering to standard responsibilities for all managers
Manages the daily operations of the quality assurance and quality improvement program
Facilitates the requirements of the risk management program
Manages quality reporting and data activities
You will be primarily based at our Riverway location, 1569 Niagara Street in Buffalo, and will travel to other Neighborhood sites in Western New York as needed.
What it's Like to Work at Neighborhood:
The top three words employees say describe the work environment are: teamwork, supportive, kind. These are from an anonymous survey of Neighborhood employees for the Buffalo Business First Best Places to Work competition. Neighborhood has earned “finalist” distinction in the competition the last four years. We are a group of flexible and kind individuals who are open to each other's ideas, and see opportunities to innovate and find solutions when challenges arise.
Education and Skills to be the Quality Improvement Manager:
Bachelor's degree required. Training in public health preferred. FQHC or similar experience preferred
Experience in quality improvement and risk management required
Able to read, write and speak the English language. A second language of Spanish preferred.
What We Offer:
Compensation: $78,000-$85,000 per year (based on a full time, 40 hour work week)
Individual compensation is based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other position related components.
Benefits: You'll have options for medical, dental, life, and supplemental insurance. We also offer a 403b match, health savings accounts with employer contribution, wellbeing programs, continuing education opportunities, generous paid time off, holidays.
About Neighborhood: Neighborhood Health Center is the largest and longest serving Federally Qualified Health Center in Western New York, and is the highest ranked health center for quality in the region. We provide primary and integrated healthcare services all under one roof, regardless of a person's ability to pay. Services include internal/family medicine, pediatrics, OB-GYN, dentistry, podiatry, psychiatry, vision care, nutrition and behavioral health counseling, and pharmacy services. We're working toward a Western New York where all enjoy their highest level of health and wellbeing.
Neighborhood Health Center is an equal opportunity employer.
$78k-85k yearly 32d ago
Engineer Supplier Quality
Northrop Grumman 4.7
Quality engineer job in Buffalo, NY
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems sector is seeking a **Supplier Quality Engineer** to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The qualified applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman's Amherst Systems in Buffalo, New York; an organization focused on development and production of state-of-the-art Simulation Systems solutions.
Our Mission Systems team is a leading innovator, developer, manufacturer, integrator, and supporter of a variety of advanced electronics for national security and non-defense applications. The qualified applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman's Supplier Performance Management department here in Amherst, NY. The selected candidate will work in a dynamic people-focused environment where he/she will interact with Global Supply Chain professionals, other engineering disciplines, and our suppliers.
**What you get to do:**
- Proactively manage Supplier Quality risks, driving down supplier escapes.
- Develops and implements supplier quality evaluation and control systems.
- Assures supplier process and product quality, including contractual, regulatory, and technical compliance.
- Perform Specification/Drawing Compliance Reviews, First Article Inspections and support Receiving Inspection on various categories of hardware such as Printed Wiring Boards (PWB), Circuit Card Assemblies (CCA), cables and connectors, microelectronics, electro-mechanical systems, and mechanical components & assemblies.
- Interfaces directly with supplier personnel and must be knowledgeable in and capable of assessing both supplier quality and manufacturing processes and procedures.
- Conducts product and process verification activities, monitors supplier quality performance, and drives root cause corrective action analysis for supplier quality issues.
- Supports the maintenance of the approved supplier list and periodically reviews supplier performance to determine whether suppliers should remain on the approved list.
- Manages supplier requests for waivers, deviations, and the discrepancy reporting process.
- Keeps management informed of supplier performance, quality status, and risks. Coordinates and oversees the implementation of the Supplier Quality plan throughout all program phases.
- Actively engages in supplier evaluation, qualification, and selection as part of the Business Acquisition Process (BAP) and as new procurements are required on existing programs.
- Manages implementation of Supplier Quality processes, including supplier approval activities, source selection evaluations, supplier classification designation (Critical, Key, and Standard), development and execution of risk assessments and mitigation plans, and supplier quality requirements development and flow-downs.
- Travel to the Supplier as needed to support the program.
**Basic Qualification:**
+ Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and minimum of 2 years of experience in quality and/or supply chain
+ Willing to travel up to 25%
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Experience facilitating Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) activities.
+ Defense industry experience, including interfacing with suppliers.
+ Experience in a quality, supplier quality role.
+ SAP Business System experience.
+ Experience with ISO 9001 / AS9100 Quality Management System certification process.
Primary Level Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
$66k-82k yearly est. 15d ago
Quality Manager
Refresco Careers
Quality engineer job in Dunkirk, NY
Make a Difference in YOUR Career!
Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.
We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.
Our ambition is to continually improve and it's what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it's our people's too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what's best.
Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?
Position Description
Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Manager Quality II oversees the sites quality department with responsibility for total product/package quality, Food Safety/Quality cost management, safety, compliance, GMPs, and executing all Quality protocols to ensure Plant Quality objectives are met.
Essential Job Functions:
Adhere to and ensure compliance to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and PPE requirements.
Adhere to and ensure compliance to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (ex. GFSI).
Directly manage the Quality team to achieve KPIs and CI project goals, while tracking costs, reducing waste, overseeing employee training, and maintaining department morale.
Responsible for direct management and utilization of laboratory (analytical and microbiology), water treatment, syrup blending, sanitation, microbiological equipment, raw materials, and all quality processes.
Optimize resources while ensuring raw materials and finished product meet specifications and manufacturing standards and in accordance with FDA, CFIA, GMP's, HACCP, and all other governmental policies, procedures, and regulations.
Responsible for supporting and maintaining compliance with third-party food safety and quality certification requirements, including the implementation and continual improvement of the facility's food safety and quality management systems.
Responsible for the development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the SQF System and ensuring compliance with all relevant food safety and quality requirements.
Oversee daily Quality inspections to ensure all products are meeting compliance.
Write, update, and maintain SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures) for the Quality Program.
Champion internal audit process through continuous improvements, shared best practices, and teamwork.
Comprehend and utilize the plant financials, fixed and variable costs. Understand how other cost centers affect QC results, how production volume affects all costs, and how to manage variable labor.
Participate in planning future capital requirements, develop the capital request utilizing the current format and manage capital projects to their successful completion.
Lead the development, implementation, review, and maintenance of Food Safety Fundamentals, the Food Safety and Quality Plans, and the SQF program, while ensuring effective communication of all relevant information to employees.
Responsible to ensure that all food safety and food quality documents are safely stored, maintained and accessible.
Responsible for departmental non-conformances and implementation of corrective action ensuring all corrective actions are documented and outstanding actions closed in timely manner.
Ensure compliance to all OSHA and environmental regulatory and corporate standards. Investigate and identify root causes of any non-compliance.
Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination.
Provides training, direction and instruction and conducts performance evaluations.
Provides guidance and training on work standards and expected outcomes.
Accountable for planning and evaluating performance, staff training and development, recruitment and may contribute to pay recommendations.
Accountable for a safe working environment through the development of strategies focused on accident reduction as well as energy and waste minimization.
SQF Practitioner for the facility.
Ability to lead teams in site projects such as waste reduction, validation, nee product launch, etc.
Required Skills:
Proficient in Lab Data Collection Program, Excel, Word, SAP and Power Point.
Ability to analyze and solve problems, results oriented.
Organized and detail oriented, adaptable to change.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written.
Ability to apply statistical methods to analyze data and identify trends.
Familiarity with GFSI, FDA, and other relevant standards and regulations preferred.
Able to read and understand metric system.
Competencies:
Leadership: Foster a culture of empowerment by building relationships based on trust, lead courageously on a day-to-day basis, and inspire growth with a clear and ambitious vision that guides the collective effort toward success.
Problem-solving: Capacity to identify and resolve production issues quickly and effectively to minimize downtime and optimize output.
Decision-making: Aptitude for making sound decisions under pressure, considering factors like cost, quality, and time constraints.
Communication: Strong communication skills to liaise with other departments, suppliers, and stakeholders, as well as to provide clear instructions to teams.
Education and Experience:
Undergraduate degree in Food Science, Quality or related discipline or field.
Minimum 5 years of direct management experience in Quality within a manufacturing environment, preferable food/beverage industry.
SQF Practitioner certification preferred.
Knowledge of quality management systems, HACCP plans, food safety and security standards, and governmental regulatory relating to the food / beverage industry.
Working Conditions:
Work Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evening, and overnight may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed.
Work Environment: Operating in a fast-paced production plant with numerous moving parts.⯠Noise levels require hearing protection and temperatures can get very hot and/or relatively cold (laboratory is temperature controlled). The environment is structured and supervised.
Sitting for periods of time.
Travel Requirements:
Travel anticipated: Rarely
Physical Requirements:
R = Rarely (0-15%) O = Occasionally (16-45%) F = Frequently (46-100%)
Physical Demand
R
O
F
Stand or Sit
X
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
X
Lifting _50___ lbs. (minimum lbs lifted ___5___lbs)
X
Carry weight, lift
X
Walking
X
Driving
X
Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance
X
Visual/Sensory: This position requires attention to detail, requiring attention with one or two senses at a time.
Mental Stress: There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy, or similar demands.
Other Duties:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
A Career with Refresco
Refresco Beverages US Inc. offers the following competitive pay and comprehensive benefits:â¯â¯
Pay Range: $130k - $145k, plus eligibility for performance-based bonuses based on company objectives.
Cell Phone Allowance: $63.50/month
Status: Exempt
Medical/Dental/Vision Insuranceâ¯â¯â¯
Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accountsâ¯
Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
Short-term disability and long-term disabilityâ¯â¯
Pet Insuranceâ¯
Legal Benefitsâ¯
401(k) Savings Plan with Company Matchâ¯
12 Paid Holidays
15 Vacation Days and Paid (Sick) Time Offâ¯Days
Well-being Benefit
Discount and Total Reward Programsâ¯
The applicant who is hired will receive wages within the range that will be based on several factors, including, as applicable, criteria such as years and type of experience, relevant education, training, qualifications, certifications/licensing, skills, geographic location, performance, market considerations, seniority system, merit system, systems that measure earnings by quantity or quality of production, and business or organizational needs.
Join Refresco TODAYâ¯and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!â¯â¯
Any employment agency, person, or entity that submits a résumé to this career site or a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Refresco Beverages US, Inc.⯠Refresco Beverages, US Inc., will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person, or entity.â¯
Employment agencies that have agreements with Refresco Beverages US, Inc., and have been engaged in a search shall submit a résumé to the designated Refresco recruiter or, upon authorization, submit a résumé to this career site to be eligible for placement fees.â¯
Refresco Beverages US Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
$130k-145k yearly 5d ago
Quality Manager
Refresco Group
Quality engineer job in Dunkirk, NY
Make a Difference in YOUR Career! Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.
Our ambition is to continually improve and it's what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it's our people's too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what's best.
Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?
Position Description
Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Manager Quality II oversees the sites quality department with responsibility for total product/package quality, Food Safety/Quality cost management, safety, compliance, GMPs, and executing all Quality protocols to ensure Plant Quality objectives are met.
Essential Job Functions:
* Adhere to and ensure compliance to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and PPE requirements.
* Adhere to and ensure compliance to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (ex. GFSI).
* Directly manage the Quality team to achieve KPIs and CI project goals, while tracking costs, reducing waste, overseeing employee training, and maintaining department morale.
* Responsible for direct management and utilization of laboratory (analytical and microbiology), water treatment, syrup blending, sanitation, microbiological equipment, raw materials, and all quality processes.
* Optimize resources while ensuring raw materials and finished product meet specifications and manufacturing standards and in accordance with FDA, CFIA, GMP's, HACCP, and all other governmental policies, procedures, and regulations.
* Responsible for supporting and maintaining compliance with third-party food safety and quality certification requirements, including the implementation and continual improvement of the facility's food safety and quality management systems.
* Responsible for the development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the SQF System and ensuring compliance with all relevant food safety and quality requirements.
* Oversee daily Quality inspections to ensure all products are meeting compliance.
* Write, update, and maintain SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures) for the Quality Program.
* Champion internal audit process through continuous improvements, shared best practices, and teamwork.
* Comprehend and utilize the plant financials, fixed and variable costs. Understand how other cost centers affect QC results, how production volume affects all costs, and how to manage variable labor.
* Participate in planning future capital requirements, develop the capital request utilizing the current format and manage capital projects to their successful completion.
* Lead the development, implementation, review, and maintenance of Food Safety Fundamentals, the Food Safety and Quality Plans, and the SQF program, while ensuring effective communication of all relevant information to employees.
* Responsible to ensure that all food safety and food quality documents are safely stored, maintained and accessible.
* Responsible for departmental non-conformances and implementation of corrective action ensuring all corrective actions are documented and outstanding actions closed in timely manner.
* Ensure compliance to all OSHA and environmental regulatory and corporate standards. Investigate and identify root causes of any non-compliance.
* Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination.
* Provides training, direction and instruction and conducts performance evaluations.
* Provides guidance and training on work standards and expected outcomes.
* Accountable for planning and evaluating performance, staff training and development, recruitment and may contribute to pay recommendations.
* Accountable for a safe working environment through the development of strategies focused on accident reduction as well as energy and waste minimization.
* SQF Practitioner for the facility.
* Ability to lead teams in site projects such as waste reduction, validation, nee product launch, etc.
Required Skills:
* Proficient in Lab Data Collection Program, Excel, Word, SAP and Power Point.
* Ability to analyze and solve problems, results oriented.
* Organized and detail oriented, adaptable to change.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written.
* Ability to apply statistical methods to analyze data and identify trends.
* Familiarity with GFSI, FDA, and other relevant standards and regulations preferred.
* Able to read and understand metric system.
Competencies:
* Leadership: Foster a culture of empowerment by building relationships based on trust, lead courageously on a day-to-day basis, and inspire growth with a clear and ambitious vision that guides the collective effort toward success.
* Problem-solving: Capacity to identify and resolve production issues quickly and effectively to minimize downtime and optimize output.
* Decision-making: Aptitude for making sound decisions under pressure, considering factors like cost, quality, and time constraints.
* Communication: Strong communication skills to liaise with other departments, suppliers, and stakeholders, as well as to provide clear instructions to teams.
Education and Experience:
* Undergraduate degree in Food Science, Quality or related discipline or field.
* Minimum 5 years of direct management experience in Quality within a manufacturing environment, preferable food/beverage industry.
* SQF Practitioner certification preferred.
* Knowledge of quality management systems, HACCP plans, food safety and security standards, and governmental regulatory relating to the food / beverage industry.
Working Conditions:
* Work Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evening, and overnight may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed.
* Work Environment: Operating in a fast-paced production plant with numerous moving parts. Noise levels require hearing protection and temperatures can get very hot and/or relatively cold (laboratory is temperature controlled). The environment is structured and supervised.
* Sitting for periods of time.
Travel Requirements:
* Travel anticipated: Rarely
Physical Requirements:
R = Rarely (0-15%) O = Occasionally (16-45%) F = Frequently (46-100%)
Physical Demand
R
O
F
Stand or Sit
X
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
X
Lifting _50___ lbs. (minimum lbs lifted ___5___lbs)
X
Carry weight, lift
X
Walking
X
Driving
X
Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance
X
* Visual/Sensory: This position requires attention to detail, requiring attention with one or two senses at a time.
* Mental Stress: There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy, or similar demands.
Other Duties:
* This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
A Career with Refresco
Refresco Beverages US Inc. offers the following competitive pay and comprehensive benefits:
Pay Range: $130k - $145k, plus eligibility for performance-based bonuses based on company objectives.
Cell Phone Allowance: $63.50/month
Status: Exempt
* Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
* Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
* Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
* Short-term disability and long-term disability
* Pet Insurance
* Legal Benefits
* 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
* 12 Paid Holidays
* 15 Vacation Days and Paid (Sick) Time Off Days
* Well-being Benefit
* Discount and Total Reward Programs
The applicant who is hired will receive wages within the range that will be based on several factors, including, as applicable, criteria such as years and type of experience, relevant education, training, qualifications, certifications/licensing, skills, geographic location, performance, market considerations, seniority system, merit system, systems that measure earnings by quantity or quality of production, and business or organizational needs.
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$130k-145k yearly 6d ago
Advanced Quality Engineer
Growtech Industries, LLC
Quality engineer job in Buffalo, NY
Job DescriptionAdvanced Quality EngineerLocation: Buffalo, NY (On-Site) Department: Quality Assurance / Operations Reports To: Director of New Product Introduction Employment Type: Full-Time | ExemptAbout GTI FabricationGTI Fabrication is a leader in industrial modular fabrication, serving the energy, defense, and heavy industrial markets. With facilities in New York and Arizona, GTI designs and builds custom steel structures, containerized energy systems, and modular enclosures that power mission-critical applications around the world.As GTI continues to expand production capacity and introduce new product lines, we are building a world-class Quality organization focused on proactive systems, process capability, and continuous improvement.Position OverviewThe Advanced Quality Engineer (AQE) plays a key role in ensuring that new and existing products meet GTI's high standards for quality, safety, and performance. This position will lead new product introduction (NPI) quality activities, develop advanced quality plans, and partner with cross-functional teams to drive process capability and defect prevention in a custom, high-mix steel manufacturing environment. This positions works closely with Advanced Manufacturing Team to ensure manufacturing processes are designed to meet customer quality requirements.The ideal candidate has hands-on experience supporting fabrication, welding, assembly, and mechanical/electrical integration, along with a strong understanding of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and control plan development.Key Responsibilities
Lead Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities for new product introduction and engineering changes, ensuring manufacturability and quality readiness.
Develop and maintain Control Plans, FMEAs, Process Flow Diagrams, and Inspection Standards for new and existing products.
Identify critical dimensions and features with customer input, define input variables to control, develop tooling and methodologies to measure features, build systems to record and track measurements, ensure capability to implement SPC in processes.
Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain during the design and prototype phases to identify potential quality risks and implement preventative measures.
Establish and validate process capability (Cp, Cpk) for key manufacturing operations, including steel fabrication, welding, machining, and assembly.
Drive First Article Inspection (FAI) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) documentation for new or modified parts and assemblies.
Support supplier qualification and evaluation, ensuring critical materials and outsourced processes meet GTI's specifications and standards.
Use root cause analysis and structured problem-solving tools (8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa) to address quality issues and implement effective corrective actions.
Partner with Operations to ensure quality standards are built into manufacturing processes - “quality at the source.”
Develop inspection and test methods, work instructions, and quality documentation to support standardization across production.
Lead continuous improvement projects targeting scrap reduction, rework elimination, and first-pass yield improvements.
Support internal, customer, and third-party audits; ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and other applicable standards.
Provide technical training and guidance to technicians and operators on quality methods and measurement techniques.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
5-10 years of quality engineering experience in a manufacturing environment - preferably custom steel, structural fabrication, or heavy industrial manufacturing.
Demonstrated success leading NPI and APQP processes.
Strong understanding of fabrication processes, GD&T, welding, machining, and assembly.
Hands-on experience developing and maintaining Control Plans, FMEAs, and PPAP documentation.
Proficiency in root cause analysis tools (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, DMAIC).
Working knowledge of ISO 9001 or equivalent quality management systems.
Proficiency in MS Office, Minitab, Power BI, or other quality analytics tools.
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Certification in CQE, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, or related continuous improvement disciplines.
Experience implementing digital inspection or measurement systems.
Exposure to electromechanical systems or integrated modular assemblies.
Familiarity with weld inspection standards (AWS D1.1) and NDT principles.
Working Conditions
Full-time, on-site position based in Goodyear, AZ.
Work performed in both office and manufacturing floor environments.
Occasional travel to other GTI facilities, suppliers, or customer sites may be required.
$71k-94k yearly est. 11d ago
Supplier Quality & Certification Manager
Once Again Nut Butter 3.9
Quality engineer job in Nunda, NY
The Supplier Quality & Certification Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining supplier quality programs to ensure all incoming ingredients, raw materials, and packaging meet company standards and regulatory requirements. This role oversees supplier qualification, ongoing performance monitoring, and compliance. The role manages the certifications for Once Again sites and co-manufacturing facilities including Organic, Non-GMO, Gluten-Free, Kosher, and RSPO with support from site Quality Assurance Managers. The Supplier Quality Manager & Certification Manager collaborates cross-functionally with Procurement, R&D, Operations, and Regulatory teams to uphold product integrity, mitigate risks, and drive continuous improvement across the supplier network.
ESSENTIAL/MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Adherence to and emulation of Company Core Values:
Integrity, Collaboration, Passion, Impact,
and
Commitment
. Function as a high performing team member with the values that support trust, interdependency and teamwork consistent with our Mission, Vision and Core Values.
· Promotes organization in industry, manufacturing, or trade associations.
Quality Assurance Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Supplier Compliance & Certification Management
· This position is directly responsible for food safety and quality.
· Lead the qualification, verification, and approval of new suppliers, ensuring alignment with company quality expectations and certification requirements.
Maintain and monitor supplier compliance with USDA Organic, Non-GMO Project, Gluten-Free Certification Organization (GFCO), Kosher, and RSPO (Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil) standards.
Review and validate supplier documentation, including certificates, affidavits, spec sheets, and audit reports.
Ensure timely renewal and accuracy of all supplier-related certificates and claims.
Once Again Compliance & Certification Management
Lead the qualification, verification, and approval of new products and ingredients falling under Once Again certification requirements.
Maintain and monitor Once Again facilities with USDA Organic, Non-GMO Project, Gluten-Free Certification Organization (GFCO), Kosher, and RSPO (Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil) standards, keeping facilities compliant to standards.
Manage certification compliance audits at Once Again facilities as required with support from site Quality Assurance Managers.
Supplier Audits & Performance Monitoring
Plan, schedule, and conduct remote and on-site supplier audits to assess food safety, quality systems, traceability, and risk management.
Evaluate supplier performance using KPIs such as COAs, defect rates, non-conformances, and scorecards.
Drive corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes and follow up to ensure effective resolution.
Risk Management & Food Safety
Assess raw material and ingredient risks, focusing on allergens, contamination, fraud, and claim-sensitive categories.
Support compliance with GFSI schemes, specifically SQF for Once Again facilities, FDA FSMA, HACCP, and other regulatory requirements.
Manage supplier-related deviations, root cause analyses, recalls, and withdrawals when necessary.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Procurement to ensure strategic sourcing and supplier performance alignment.
Partner with R&D on ingredient changes, material validations, and new product development.
Collaborate with Operations and QA teams to resolve material-related manufacturing issues.
Work with site Quality Managers and Food Safety Teams evaluating ingredient hazards and updating Food Safety Plans.
Documentation & Record-Keeping
Maintain up-to-date supplier files, certifications, audit reports, and quality agreements.
Support internal and external audits by providing supplier documentation and traceability information.
Oversee supplier quality databases and digital systems for tracking compliance and performance.
Continuous Improvement
Lead initiatives to enhance supplier quality programs, reduce risks, and strengthen supply chain transparency.
Identify opportunities to optimize processes that support sustainability, certifications, and responsible sourcing.
Provide training to internal teams on supplier compliance and claims-based ingredient management.
· Keeps management team abreast of significant issues or developments identified during quality assurance activities and actions being taken to improve the situation.
· Maintains a working knowledge of government and industry quality assurance codes and standards.
· Plays an active role on quality management teams within the organization.
Computer Skills
· To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), QMS (Quality Management Systems) software, Supplier Management software, ERP software experience, Video conferencing software.
Other Skills and Abilities
Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
ESOP Members Responsibilities:
Attend meetings and contribute to company agendas; we insist upon quality and customer service to ensure our company's future.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Additional duties/responsibilities if deemed necessary will be assigned by your direct supervisor or a member of management staff.
SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Strong understanding of food safety regulations (FSMA, HACCP, GFSI).
Experience conducting supplier audits and managing CAPA processes.
Knowledge of ingredient specifications, COAs, and traceability systems.
Proficiency with QA/QC software, ERP systems, and digital audit tools.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
· B.S. Degree (preferably microbiology, chemistry, biology) preferred and/or equivalent combination of experience and education.
· Certifications/Trainings: PCQI, HACCP, GFSI/SQF Practitioner, Food Defense, FSVP.
EXPERIENCE:
5+ years of experience in supplier quality, food safety, or quality assurance in the food or ingredients industry.
Experience with Organic Certification required.
Non-GMO, Gluten-Free, Kosher, and RSPO certification experience preferred.
$94k-114k yearly est. 11d ago
Quality Technician - NIGHTS
American Packaging Corporation 4.5
Quality engineer job in Churchville, NY
Requirements
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Position requires a high degree of self-motivation and good organizational skills. Two to four months of training are required to properly prepare a person for this position.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Associate degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
American Packaging Corporation is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. American Packaging Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. EOE/AA Disability/Veteran.
If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at:
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$27k-34k yearly est. Easy Apply 4d ago
Quality Technician II /CMM Programmer
Viant 4.3
Quality engineer job in Orchard Park, NY
Are you passionate about being part of a Team that will become the most trusted medical device machining service provider? Are you tired of mundane cubicle roles? Join Team Orchard Park as a Quality Technician, state-of-the-art, inspection equipment and realize your full potential as a High Impact member of our Quality team.
New employees are eligible for the following benefits effective date of hire!
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Company-paid life insurance
Generous Paid time off and 10 paid Holidays
401k Plan with Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Attendance Bonus paid monthly
GROWTH: This is an outstanding opportunity for a Quality Technician/CMM Programmer that has an attention to detail, thrives in cross-functional teams, and is ready for the next big challenge. You will be working in a highly dynamic work environment that encourages and promotes developmental growth in many areas.
MISSION: We collaborate and innovate with our customers to provide the highest quality, life enhancing medical devices in the world.
Key Responsibilities:
Program, operate and troubleshoot automated inspection equipment, including CMM, Smart Scopes, and VICI systems, to ensure accurate product measurements.
Interpret blueprints and technical drawings using GD&T principles.
Conduct First Article Inspections.
Utilize manual measurement tools (e.g., micrometers, pin gages, ring gages)
Conduct root cause investigations for non-conforming equipment or parts.
Write, improve, and submit work instructions for review and release to ensure standardized processes.
Education, Experience, and Skills:
High school diploma
2 - 5 years of experience programming and operating automated inspection equipment (e.g., CMM, Smart Scopes, VICI).
Ability to read and assess product drawings
Demonstrate understanding of basic Quality System Regulations
Working knowledge of Excel and database programs
Basic understand of automated systems and programming
We offer market competitive compensation. Potential salary range for this role is $25.00-$30.00. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
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$25-30 hourly 8d ago
Manufacturing Process Engineer
3M 4.6
Quality engineer job in Tonawanda, NY
Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World
Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it's equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.
This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.
The Impact You'll Make in this Role
As a Manufacturing Process Engineer, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:
Providing technical leadership of assigned areas and function as subject matter expert in cellulose/chemical processes for the plant.
Being responsible for initiating and conducting broadly defined technical tasks and programs related to safety improvement, process improvement, cost reduction and other improvement initiatives. This includes driving capital investments, new product introductions and new technologies to increase manufacturing capability.
Establishing and cultivating a network of support (EHS, laboratory, quality, plant engineering, business supply chain, engineering, etc..) to facilitate completion of assignments and performance of assigned areas.
Utilizing all data resources available to identify and drive the largest opportunities for assigned areas.
Enhance plant PPU in cellulose manufacturing to improve and sustain production of high-quality products and Overall Equipment Effectiveness.
Managing documentation to include work instructions, process standards, technical documents, etc.
Serve as a coach/mentor for technical resources.
Your Skills and Expertise
To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:
Bachelor's degree (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution.
One (1) year of professional/intern experience as a process/manufacturing engineer, project engineer, or reliability engineer in a private, public, government or military environment.
Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:
Experience in a chemical, textile, paper or similar manufacturing environment.
Experience with chemically processing rayon or cellulose derivatives.
Working knowledge and experience designing and troubleshooting process equipment including pumps, heat exchangers, and reactors.
Ability to complete material and energy balances and perform process optimization studies.
Ability to understand and interpret analytical chemical test results.
Experience with statistical analysis of process data and establishing process control standards.
Familiarity with PHA validations and change management processes.
Demonstrated ability to be a self-starter and strong influencing skills for working in dynamic plant environment.
Work location: Tonawanda, NY
Travel: May include up to 10% domestic/international
Relocation Assistance: May be authorized
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).
Supporting Your Well-being
3M offers many programs to help you live your best life - both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.
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Applicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $98,413 - $120,282, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: ******************************************************************* Faith Posting Date Range 01/09/2026 To 02/08/2026 Or until filled All US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M.Learn more about 3M's creative solutions to the world's problems at ********** or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M.Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.Pay & Benefits Overview: https://**********/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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$98.4k-120.3k yearly Auto-Apply 11d ago
Process Engineer
Serenity Solution 3.7
Quality engineer job in Niagara Falls, NY
We are seeking a charismatic and dynamic engineer to join our technical team at the Niagara Falls Ceramics Plant!
The engineer provides engineering and consulting support to maintain and develop products or processes and manages technical information flow for the same. Primary accountability is to support both commercial and manufacturing in the Armor product line. This includes active contact with the customer regarding product requirements and translation of these requirements into product definition. Takes into account effective use of materials and resources and recommends changes to product specifications as necessary. The engineer will provide technical service support to the sales organization to solve customer needs and product or processes problems for the purpose of maintaining and increasing sales.
The engineer works within an engineering group that provides technical support and development throughout the business organization. The engineer is expected to take advice from and give advice to the senior technical and production managers, as well as function as technical expert for associates within operations, as well as the commercial team. The engineer will serve as the technical team leader for the specified product line.
Product Applications may be found in multiple arenas, some of which are untouched and, in their infancy, developing and utilizing Armor products. The incumbent must continue to develop current awareness of innovations, customer processing systems, and future expansion plans in diverse industries, in order to assist the commercial team in responding to increasing sales opportunities.
The incumbent manages key Armor programs to successful completion as the direct technical interface between the commercial team and internal operations (Manufacturing, R&D, Customer Service) and acts as the primary interface/liaison between Engineering, Customer Service, R&D, Operations, and Commercial teams for Armor products.
This role will require frequent visits to customers as well as hosting visits in support of the Armor commercial team. The most successful candidate will have a strong interest in customer relations and sales.
IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Ceramic or Materials Engineering is required.
Experience:
1+ years of experience in a manufacturing setting is required.
3+ years of experience in ceramic manufacturing is preferred.
A TEAM READY TO WELCOME YOU
Who are we?
A strong international group company's Performance Ceramics & Refractories (PCR) leads the industry in the design, development and manufacturing of the highest performing solutions for extreme operating conditions. We strive to deliver value through our global technical expertise and the long-term partnerships we form with our customers.
Our employees are committed to delivering the best solutions and services to meet the unique material and engineering needs of our customers. Ceramic & refractory solutions for broad industrial applications provide an end-to-end solution for your business.
Our performance ceramic (advanced / fine ceramic) solutions cover industrial kiln & furnaces, specialty ceramics, burner solution for industrial heating, wear resistance applications (mining, bulk handling in iron & steel making), wine & beer filtration, industrial filtration, Armor, metrology, labware, and many more demanding applications which rely on high performance ceramic material characteristics.
Our performance refractory solutions are designed and manufactured to overcome operational challenges in metallurgical applications. Refractory bricks, tiles, castable and mortars for every equipment are used for ironmaking, steelmaking, primary aluminium, copper, zinc galvanizing, foundry, carbon black, petrochemicals, and also Waste-to-Energy (WtE).
At the company we design, manufacture and distribute materials which are key ingredients in the wellbeing of each of us and the future of all. Join our innovative, passionate and entrepreneurial community to improve the world of tomorrow with us.
The candidate will, generally, perform the following duties:
Identify customer needs and, in close cooperation commercial team, adapt existing products and services to meet those needs within the framework of our capabilities; understand the current applications and products and can serve as the expert and the reference in the application for our customers. Work with the process engineers across all plant departments, and the commercial team, in trouble shooting customer issues.
Show continuous improvement in product or process development by improving manufacturing processes: developing ways to reduce scrap and rework, increase productivity/efficiency and decrease operating costs. Initiate and maintain Engineering Change Notices (ECN) to document and control changes in specifications, processes, and procedures.
Act as a technical support to the manufacturing floor for the Armor product line and work to solve assigned engineering problems including checking the work of others within relevant departments.
Manage assigned projects, engineering trials and prototype builds including project scheduling, performance, implementation, and writing reports in coordination with requested completion dates.
Participate in all Armor customer calls and visits alongside commercial team, and attend trade shows and visit customers as required.
What are our Perks?
Excellent Healthcare: Medical, vision, prescription & dental
Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off and Employee Assistance Program
Financial Security: Competitive 401(k), Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)
Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career
Pet Insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends
PerkSpot: Our exclusive one-stop online discount marketplace
LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle
MUST HAVE
Bachelor's Degree in Ceramic or Materials Engineering is required.
1+ years of experience in a manufacturing setting is required.
NICE TO HAVE
3+ years of experience in ceramic manufacturing is preferred.
Package Details
Excellent Healthcare: Medical, vision, prescription & dental
Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off and Employee Assistance Program
Financial Security: Competitive 401(k), Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)
Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career
Pet Insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends
PerkSpot: Our exclusive one-stop online discount marketplace
LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle
$65k-81k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Process Engineer
McGard Deutschland Gmbh
Quality engineer job in Orchard Park, NY
McGard LLC
Process Engineer
1st Shift, 6:30AM - 3:00PM, Monday - Friday
With Option for a 9/80 and Flexible Schedule
Salaried, $75,000 - $120,000 DOE
Are you ready to take your skills to the next level? Look no further than McGard, a leading company in the automotive industry! We are seeking a highly talented and motivated Process Engineer to join our dynamic team and contribute to our ongoing success.
ABOUT MCGARD:
McGard has been a trusted name in the automotive industry for over 60 years. We specialize in manufacturing high-quality, precision-engineered automotive security products and components. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction has earned us a reputation as a global leader in our field.
BENEFITS:
Comprehensive benefits package, including 10 company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
Discretionary, annual profit sharing.
Exciting and challenging projects in a collaborative work environment.
Flexible working schedule including “9-80's” and flex time.
On-site walking trail and convenience cafeteria.
A supportive and inclusive company culture that values employee well-being and work-life balance.
RESPONSIBILITY:
Will interface directly with all departments, outside vendors, sales representatives, and customers.
JOB DUTIES:
Must be aware of and comply with related IATF/ISO procedures, as applicable.
Must meet qualitative and quantitative standards for the position and department.
Project Management :
The Process Engineer is responsible for all aspects of process management including establishing process goals, recommending process equipment, establishing process set points, establishing process controls, establishing process metrics, and troubleshooting technical issues by expected due dates.
They will work closely with Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Controls Engineering, Production Control, Manufacturing, Assembly, and QA.
Establishing New Processes:
The Process Engineer shall establish new production processes using inputs from Product Engineering, QA, and the responsible manufacturing/assembly department.
Tooling and equipment expectations will be provided to Manufacturing Engineering to design/procure.
They shall prove out the new process prior to releasing for production.
Researching New Technologies:
Shall investigate new technologies to establish new processes, to obtain process improvements, and/or to reduce costs.
The new technologies could be related to manufacturing, assembly, packaging, testing, or product design.
Process Improvement :
The Process Engineer shall lead process improvement teams to reduce scrap, to increase utilization, to improve throughput, and to improve safety.
Utilization of lean manufacturing techniques, six sigma tools, and engineering problem solving skills.
Create, update and maintain PFMEA's.
Cost Analysis:
Perform cost analysis to determine process costs or cost savings.
Capable of performing internal rates of return to ensure projects will provide the company with the proper return on our investment.
Supporting Quality System:
Will follow all quality systems procedures.
Travel:
Travel may be required to support projects, to manage process issues, and to support customer issues.
Communication :
The Process Engineer will be required to manage and attend meetings for the assigned projects.
Status results may be communicated via any media required.
Will also interface with people at all levels of the company.
They will provide reports, presentations, and knowledge-based documents.
This job description in no way states or even implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. Other duties may be assigned.
EDUCATION / SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and orally.
BSME, BSIE, BSCE, BSEE, or related curriculum preferred.
Three (3) years' minimum experience in a process engineer related position preferred.
Proficient in MS office. ▪ Experience with Minitab a plus.
Experience with 2D drawings.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT: Position requires individual to be capable of traveling & working throughout the entire facility, within reasonable accommodation. The noise level is usually moderate.
If you are an ambitious and driven individual who thrives on innovation and enjoys working in a team environment, then this is the perfect opportunity for you! Join McGard and be part of a company that is revolutionizing the automotive security industry.
"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."
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$75k-120k yearly Auto-Apply 33d ago
Process Engineer
l d McCauley LLC
Quality engineer job in Orchard Park, NY
McGard LLC
Process Engineer
1st Shift, 6:30AM - 3:00PM, Monday - Friday
With Option for a 9/80 and Flexible Schedule
Salaried, $75,000 - $120,000 DOE
Are you ready to take your skills to the next level? Look no further than McGard, a leading company in the automotive industry! We are seeking a highly talented and motivated Process Engineer to join our dynamic team and contribute to our ongoing success.
ABOUT MCGARD:
McGard has been a trusted name in the automotive industry for over 60 years. We specialize in manufacturing high-quality, precision-engineered automotive security products and components. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction has earned us a reputation as a global leader in our field.
BENEFITS:
Comprehensive benefits package, including 10 company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
Discretionary, annual profit sharing.
Exciting and challenging projects in a collaborative work environment.
Flexible working schedule including “9-80's” and flex time.
On-site walking trail and convenience cafeteria.
A supportive and inclusive company culture that values employee well-being and work-life balance.
RESPONSIBILITY:
Will interface directly with all departments, outside vendors, sales representatives, and customers.
JOB DUTIES:
Must be aware of and comply with related IATF/ISO procedures, as applicable.
Must meet qualitative and quantitative standards for the position and department.
Project Management :
The Process Engineer is responsible for all aspects of process management including establishing process goals, recommending process equipment, establishing process set points, establishing process controls, establishing process metrics, and troubleshooting technical issues by expected due dates.
They will work closely with Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Controls Engineering, Production Control, Manufacturing, Assembly, and QA.
Establishing New Processes:
The Process Engineer shall establish new production processes using inputs from Product Engineering, QA, and the responsible manufacturing/assembly department.
Tooling and equipment expectations will be provided to Manufacturing Engineering to design/procure.
They shall prove out the new process prior to releasing for production.
Researching New Technologies:
Shall investigate new technologies to establish new processes, to obtain process improvements, and/or to reduce costs.
The new technologies could be related to manufacturing, assembly, packaging, testing, or product design.
Process Improvement :
The Process Engineer shall lead process improvement teams to reduce scrap, to increase utilization, to improve throughput, and to improve safety.
Utilization of lean manufacturing techniques, six sigma tools, and engineering problem solving skills.
Create, update and maintain PFMEA's.
Cost Analysis:
Perform cost analysis to determine process costs or cost savings.
Capable of performing internal rates of return to ensure projects will provide the company with the proper return on our investment.
Supporting Quality System:
Will follow all quality systems procedures.
Travel:
Travel may be required to support projects, to manage process issues, and to support customer issues.
Communication :
The Process Engineer will be required to manage and attend meetings for the assigned projects.
Status results may be communicated via any media required.
Will also interface with people at all levels of the company.
They will provide reports, presentations, and knowledge-based documents.
This job description in no way states or even implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. Other duties may be assigned.
EDUCATION / SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and orally.
BSME, BSIE, BSCE, BSEE, or related curriculum preferred.
Three (3) years' minimum experience in a process engineer related position preferred.
Proficient in MS office. ▪ Experience with Minitab a plus.
Experience with 2D drawings.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT: Position requires individual to be capable of traveling & working throughout the entire facility, within reasonable accommodation. The noise level is usually moderate.
If you are an ambitious and driven individual who thrives on innovation and enjoys working in a team environment, then this is the perfect opportunity for you! Join McGard and be part of a company that is revolutionizing the automotive security industry.
"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."
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$75k-120k yearly Auto-Apply 33d ago
Process Engineer
Smurfit Westrock
Quality engineer job in Alabama, NY
Process Engineer Job Code: MEPEP1 + Eng I, Process Eng The Opportunity: The Process Engineer at the Mahrt mill in Cottonton, AL provides technical services in monitoring, investigating, evaluating, and making recommendations for improving quality, quantity, and cost of the various manufacturing processes in paperboard production.
Reporting Relationship: The Process Engineer reports to the Process Engineer Manager.
How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:
* Provide management with information on quality and operating parameters to assist in process control, budgeting, and detection of trends.
* Participate on process improvement teams to identify problems, evaluate solutions, make recommendations, and assist in implementing approved changes to improve quality, cost, and/or throughput.
* Complete projects and development activities to prepare for operation positions as vacancies occur.
* Participate in all process engineering aspects of capital projects.
* Actively promote safety and environmental compliance.
* Other duties as assigned.
What you will need to succeed:
* BS Degree in a related field such as Chemical Engineering or Pulp and Paper Science.
* Minimum 2 years of industry experience on either the paper machine or pulp mill area, preferably in a process engineering role (can be combination of Co-Op / Internship, along with time in process engineering role)
* Experience with Microsoft Office Suite including MS Excel is required.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Physical ability to operate in paper mill environment, including light to moderate lifting, walking, and climbing, oral communication, correctable vision, and ability to work in a hot, humid, and dusty environment.
What we offer:
* Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
* Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
* An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
* Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more!
* A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
$66k-89k yearly est. 33d ago
Quality Engineer I
Graham Corporation 4.6
Quality engineer job in Batavia, NY
Job Title: Quality Assurance Engineer Reports To: Quality Program Manager FLSA Status & EEO Code: Exempt/Professional Division/Department: Quality Level of Work: Level I The Quality Assurance Engineer is responsible for ensuring product quality and process efficiency throughout the manufacturing lifecycle. This role involves developing and implementing quality systems, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet customer and regulatory requirements. This role actively monitors production quality, conducts root cause analysis for non-conformances, and implements corrective actions. The Quality Engineer will also play a key role in continuous improvement projects, supplier quality management, and ensuring adherence to industry specifications and customer expectations. This position requires a strong ability to interpret complex specifications, identify and resolve quality issues, and foster a collaborative environment to drive quality requirements and continuous improvement. The Quality Engineer will be instrumental in maintaining compliance with quality standards and delivering superior products.
Job Duties:
* Create and distribute Job Instruction Note Drawing (JIND).
* Create, maintain, and distribute Quality Inspection & Test Plan (ITP).
* Record, monitor, and respond to customer complaints related to quality.
* Support internal and external audits to ensure compliance with QMS and regulatory standards.
* Collaborate with Engineering to ensure quality requirements and processes.
* Lead and document root cause analysis (RCA) for major customer quality issues.
* Create, maintain, and distribute Quality Databooks (product history manual).
* Resolve customer complaints and requests in relation to customer quality requirements.
* Conduct first article inspections (FAI), and final inspections.
* Serve as primary contact for customer quality inquiries, audits, and meetings.
* Facilitate and escort customer and regulatory inspectors during visits.
Key Results Areas by level of work:
Ensure Production Quality and Efficiency. Utilize appropriate tools and equipment, and qualify to perform special processes as needed. This includes:
* Reviewing and comprehending complex specifications and industry codes.
* Identifying order-specific manufacturing, material, general quality, and nondestructive examination (NDE) requirements.
* Communicating professionally in writing with applications, project engineering, and/or customers to clarify requirements.
* Preparing Quality Inspection Plans to meet customer requirements.
* Identifying and submitting required documentation for customer review.
Manage Resources, Output, and Reporting:
* Provide program support to manufacturing, quality, engineering, and applications engineering.
* Follow and adhere to quality management system procedures.
* Communicate daily with shop staff, QA/QC, and engineering regarding activity requirements.
Drive Continuous Improvement
* Participate in non-conformance reviews, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Participate in customer meetings, and facilitate and escort customer inspectors.
* Identify areas with other functional leaders, employees, and customers to develop significant lean opportunities for improvement throughout manufacturing.
* Provide support to ensure products are manufactured in accordance with customer, regulatory, and company requirements.
Contribute to Equipment & Process Maintenance:
* Keeps an open mind to others continuous improvement suggestions
* Bring continuous improvement suggestions to the appropriate team member.
Professional Development
* Demonstrate initiative, a positive attitude, and enthusiasm for the job.
* Follow up with supervisors on professional development goals and opportunities.
* Show a desire to grow with the company.
Qualifications:
To qualify for this position, an individual must possess the knowledge, training, experience and abilities required.
Education and Training
* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology, or related field.
Experience:
* 3+ years of ASME and or equivalent Quality experience.
* 5 years of on the job experience in lieu of formal education.
Other:
* Must be willing to work overtime as required.
* Minimal travel may be required
Skills:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
* Must have proficiency in MS office applications including spreadsheet, enterprise resource planning, database, and specialized application software.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
* Strong organization and time management skills.
* High attention to detail.
* Ability to work independently, with minimal direction as a highly motivated self-starter and within a team oriented culture.
* Obtains support and cooperation from others and reciprocates; demonstrates positive behaviors, displaying tact, respect, and understanding when dealing with others; proactively engages and confronts issues to achieve continual improvement.
* Experience reading technical drawings desired with a drive to be detail oriented and willingness to learn specification requirements.
* Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Physical and Mental Demands
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Physical demands: While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is primarily required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, and bend. Required to speak and communicate clearly with others.
* Mental demands: While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is required to read, write, analyze data and reports, exercise judgment, develop plans, procedures and goals, present information to others and work under pressure.
* Work Environment: This job primarily operates in a clerical office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and filing cabinets. While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is also exposed to high level of manufacturing and equipment noise.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance
Must be able to work in the U.S without sponsorship.
This job description is not all inclusive but rather serves as a general guideline of the current needs of the position and can be modified at the discretion of management to meet current business needs. Experience and education requirements are the primary basis for awarding this position, however substitutions that are essentially equivalent may be made as they relate to the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of this position
Salary Description
$65,000-$85,000
$65k-85k yearly 60d+ ago
Quality Technician - DAYS
American Packaging Corporation 4.5
Quality engineer job in Churchville, NY
At American Packaging Corporation (APC), you'll find the packaging career you've been looking for. With competitive salaries, excellent benefits, 401(k) plans and tuition reimbursement programs, we nurture our employees while advancing and promoting diversity and inclusion. As the leading flexible packaging converter in North America for over a century, APC's longstanding success is fueled from the inside out. We're constantly seeking to improve our internal operations and were named a “Best of the Best” in the Best workplaces in the America's awards for 12 years in a row. It's how and why we engage the best and brightest talent to continue propelling our shared success into the future.
LOCATION: Chili, NY
HOURS: DAYS 7am - 7pm on a 2-2-3 schedule
SUMMARY: Tests and inspects products at various stages of production process and compiles and evaluates statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products by performing the following duties. This position can present the motivated employee with several career options as the company grows and he/she gains expertise and knowledge.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs visual inspections and physical tests utilizing equipment in Lab. Products are tested for a variety of qualities such as dimensions, performance or chemical characteristics.
Records and evaluates test data and writes reports.
Recommends modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability.
Enters data into computer for analysis.
Prepares certificates of analysis on finished product for our customers.
Able to use and read measuring instruments as well as operating instructions and procedure manuals.
Trial reports, inspection and tracking.
Assist QA and Technical departments in their duties.
Must take responsibility for work assigned.
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
Support and follow all plant Safety Rules, GMPs, and other procedural training requirements.
Requirements
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Position requires a high degree of self-motivation and good organizational skills. Two to four months of training are required to properly prepare a person for this position.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Associate degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
American Packaging Corporation is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. American Packaging Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. EOE/AA Disability/Veteran.
If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at:
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$27k-34k yearly est. Easy Apply 60d+ ago
Quality Engineer I
Graham Corporation 4.6
Quality engineer job in Batavia, NY
Job Title: Quality Assurance Engineer Reports To: Quality Program Manager FLSA Status & EEO Code: Exempt/Professional Division/Department: GHM/Quality Level of Work: Level I The Quality Assurance Engineer is responsible for ensuring product quality and process efficiency throughout the manufacturing lifecycle. This role involves developing and implementing quality systems, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet customer and regulatory requirements. This role actively monitors production quality, conducts root cause analysis for non-conformances, and implements corrective actions. The Quality Engineer will also play a key role in continuous improvement projects, supplier quality management, and ensuring adherence to industry specifications and customer expectations. This position requires a strong ability to interpret complex specifications, identify and resolve quality issues, and foster a collaborative environment to drive quality requirements and continuous improvement. The Quality Engineer will be instrumental in maintaining compliance with quality standards and delivering superior products.
Job Duties:
* Create and distribute Job Instruction Note Drawing (JIND).
* Create, maintain, and distribute Quality Inspection & Test Plan (ITP).
* Record, monitor, and respond to customer complaints related to quality.
* Support internal and external audits to ensure compliance with QMS and regulatory standards.
* Collaborate with Engineering to ensure quality requirements and processes.
* Lead and document root cause analysis (RCA) for major customer quality issues.
* Create, maintain, and distribute Quality Databooks (product history manual).
* Resolve customer complaints and requests in relation to customer quality requirements.
* Conduct first article inspections (FAI), and final inspections.
* Serve as primary contact for customer quality inquiries, audits, and meetings.
* Facilitate and escort customer and regulatory inspectors during visits.
Key Results Areas by level of work:
Ensure Production Quality and Efficiency. Utilize appropriate tools and equipment, and qualify to perform special processes as needed. This includes:
* Reviewing and comprehending complex specifications and industry codes.
* Identifying order-specific manufacturing, material, general quality, and nondestructive examination (NDE) requirements.
* Communicating professionally in writing with applications, project engineering, and/or customers to clarify requirements.
* Preparing Quality Inspection Plans to meet customer requirements.
* Identifying and submitting required documentation for customer review.
Manage Resources, Output, and Reporting:
* Provide program support to manufacturing, quality, engineering, and applications engineering.
* Follow and adhere to quality management system procedures.
* Communicate daily with shop staff, QA/QC, and engineering regarding activity requirements.
Drive Continuous Improvement
* Participate in non-conformance reviews, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Participate in customer meetings, and facilitate and escort customer inspectors.
* Identify areas with other functional leaders, employees, and customers to develop significant lean opportunities for improvement throughout manufacturing.
* Provide support to ensure products are manufactured in accordance with customer, regulatory, and company requirements.
Contribute to Equipment & Process Maintenance:
* Keeps an open mind to others continuous improvement suggestions
* Bring continuous improvement suggestions to the appropriate team member.
Professional Development
* Demonstrate initiative, a positive attitude, and enthusiasm for the job.
* Follow up with supervisors on professional development goals and opportunities.
* Show a desire to grow with the company.
Qualifications:
To qualify for this position, an individual must possess the knowledge, training, experience and abilities required.
Education and Training
* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology, or related field.
Experience:
* 3+ years of ASME and or equivalent Quality experience.
* 5 years of on the job experience in lieu of formal education.
Other:
* Must be willing to work overtime as required.
* Minimal travel may be required
Skills:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
* Must have proficiency in MS office applications including spreadsheet, enterprise resource planning, database, and specialized application software.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
* Strong organization and time management skills.
* High attention to detail.
* Ability to work independently, with minimal direction as a highly motivated self-starter and within a team oriented culture.
* Obtains support and cooperation from others and reciprocates; demonstrates positive behaviors, displaying tact, respect, and understanding when dealing with others; proactively engages and confronts issues to achieve continual improvement.
* Experience reading technical drawings desired with a drive to be detail oriented and willingness to learn specification requirements.
* Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Physical and Mental Demands
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Physical demands: While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is primarily required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, and bend. Required to speak and communicate clearly with others.
* Mental demands: While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is required to read, write, analyze data and reports, exercise judgment, develop plans, procedures and goals, present information to others and work under pressure.
* Work Environment: This job primarily operates in a clerical office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and filing cabinets. While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is also exposed to high level of manufacturing and equipment noise.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance
Must be able to work in the U.S without sponsorship.
This job description is not all inclusive but rather serves as a general guideline of the current needs of the position and can be modified at the discretion of management to meet current business needs. Experience and education requirements are the primary basis for awarding this position, however substitutions that are essentially equivalent may be made as they relate to the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of this position
Salary Description
$67,000-$85,000
How much does a quality engineer earn in Cheektowaga, NY?
The average quality engineer in Cheektowaga, NY earns between $60,000 and $100,000 annually. This compares to the national average quality engineer range of $61,000 to $103,000.
Average quality engineer salary in Cheektowaga, NY
$77,000
What are the biggest employers of Quality Engineers in Cheektowaga, NY?
The biggest employers of Quality Engineers in Cheektowaga, NY are: