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Quality Engineer

Arena Technical Resources, LLC (ATR), Orlando, FL, United States


Job Title: Quality Engineer
Job Location: Orlando, FL
Eligibility/Clearance: US Citizenship required

OBJECTIVES
This role is responsible for executing and expanding on key initiatives inside the quality organization. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated problem-solving skills, excellent communication skills, and the ability to be flexible in high-pressure situations. This role has primary focus on the quality performance of a diverse group of suppliers in commodities such as electrical, mechanical, steel, rubber, and fabrication.

YOUR IMPACT

Participate in the Supplier Approval and Evaluation process

Perform Supplier Evaluations, evaluate supplier capabilities, review supplier documents in support becoming, or continuity as, a GSE supplier

Review and support Supplier Deviation process

Work as a liaison between Engineering and Supplier to address specification and or print questions

Supplier Quality systems, policies, and procedures

Supplier interface at company location or on-site at supplier’s location

Supplier performance KPIs, tracking, and continual improvement

Corrective actions; internal and external

Kaizen / Continual improvement projects / rework and scrap reduction

Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company’s discretion

Willingness to travel

Evaluate supplier rejections to determine appropriate actions and manage all phases of Supplier Corrective Actions

Plan and execute product and process related audits, drive preventative actions at the supplier’s facility and minimize escapes

Execute product verification activities with suppliers such as FAI, Acceptance Test and Authorization to Ship

Participate in supplier program milestone reviews for new strategic awards

Analysis of quality data, tracking and reporting data, and capable of responding to data trends

Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company’s discretion

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or industrial engineering and an emphasis on lean manufacturing and Quality Management Systems

3-5 years of supplier quality experience

ASQ certification: CQE, CRE, CSQP, preferred

Ability to work productively and cohesively in a diverse and multicultural environment

Specialized Knowledge, Equipment, and Applications

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Experience interacting with cross functional teams including engineering, materials, logistics, sales and marketing

Experience working with application and validation of welding procedures, preferred

Demonstrated supplier management skills

Project management experience or similar skill set

Strong analytical and quantitative abilities. Proficient in Microsoft suite of tools. Experience executing data analytics using statistical software or MS Excel

Effective two-way communication and executive presentation skills

Business acumen

Experience using various quality methodologies: Lean, Six Sigma, 8-D, DFMEA, PPAP, etc.

Training Requirements (licenses, programs, or certificates)

Lean Manufacturing

6-Sigma

ASQ certification: CQE, CRE, or CSQP preferred

AWS trained and/or certified is desired

ISO 9001:2015

Additional Training

Coordinate Measuring Machine or Portable Articulating Arm experience, a plus

Arena Technical Resources, LLC, (ATR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) who will provide equal employment opportunity to employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, veteran status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family structure, genetic information, or mental or physical disability.

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