Quality Engineer I (AZ)

FM Industries is recognized as a premier manufacturing solutions provider of manufacturing services for the semiconductor capital equipment market. We specialize in build to print, precision machined components, anodization and engineered thermal spray coatings.  We have locations in Northern California and Phoenix, Arizona. Since 2002, the business has been part of NGK Insulators, based in Nagoya, Japan.  Our partnership with NGK is highly collaborative and complimentary. 

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and is subject to change or include other duties as assigned by management. 

To ensure that FM Industries creates a safe and secure workplace, Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a drug and background check

Quality Engineer  BENEFITS:

We offer a full complement of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, generous time off plan, observe nine holidays, and a 401k saving plan with a 30% match!

Quality Engineer  DESCRIPTION:

The Quality Engineer will be responsible for driving the execution of quality goals and objectives.  Proactively drives actions to meet internal and external customer expectations for quality.  Works cross-functionally to identify causes of potential product/process failures and drive corrective and preventative actions internally and/or with suppliers as needed.  Uses sound audit techniques and statistical tools to identify high leverage continuous improvement projects to elevate the company Quality delivery to our customers.

Quality Engineer  ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Capture internal quality performance data and provide linkage to process owners to drive improvement
• Ensure timely resolution of failures, and corrective and preventative actions
• Perform Internal Process Audits and develop quality plans and other process control procedures to ensure processes, work in progress and finished goods meet the specified quality standards
• Analyze product specifications and manufacturing processes/procedures to determine best practices to meet or exceed our quality and ISO standards
• Lead continuous improvement activities (CIP, 6S, Kaizen) and root cause analysis/corrective actions to become Best-in Class
• Create and maintain company quality documentation and ensure that the ISO quality system is effectively established, implemented, and maintained
• Determine quality improvement parameters by identifying statistical methods relevant to manufacturing processes
• Read and interpret product drawings and internal/customer specifications to ensure quality requirements are being met
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures/Work Instructions
• Comply with applicable environmental, health and safety laws and regulations, Company policy and accepted safe work practices.

Quality Engineer  EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or Material Sciences
• 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing-related industry, semiconductor equipment preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• 3-5 years’ experience ASME 15.5 GD&T
• Proven track record of driving continuous quality improvement in a manufacturing environment
• Strong communication skills with demonstrated ability to construct and present information to a wide range of audiences, both internal and external
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Visio

Quality Engineer PREFERRED TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Technical knowledge of machining, specialized coatings and/or precision cleaning processes
• 8D root cause analysis, with corrective and preventive actions to respond to customer concerns
• Certified Quality Engineer or comparable desired (SSBB, SSGB, LSS)