Manufacturing Quality Engineer II

As an S&C Electric team member, you'll work on projects that have real-world impact. You'll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has more than a 100-year history of innovation and has been 100% employee-owned since 2012. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the electrical industry. You will advance a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. We're big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively. Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow's energy challenges and become an employee-owner Hours 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (Mon-Fri) On-Site Compensation At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, and we are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated annual base salary range for this position is $79,827 - $105,767. Individual pay within this salary range is determined by several compensable factors, including performance, knowledge, job-related skills and experience, and relevant education or training. This role is also eligible for S&C's annual incentive plan (AIP), subject to eligibility criteria. Join Our Team as a Manufacturing Quality Engineer II ! Are you passionate about Quality Assurance? S&C Electric Company is seeking a dynamic individual to join our US QA department. As a Manufacturing Quality Engineer II, you'll be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team. The Quality Assurance organization provides a variety of services aimed at helping our internal customers, which include S&C leaders and team members, deliver superior quality to our customers. Quality planning, inspection, audit, quality information, quality improvement consulting, and quality communications are examples of the kind of services the organization provides. The Manufacturing Quality Engineer II is a recognized expert in manufacturing quality, driving strategic quality initiatives across the organization. This role focuses on resolving complex issues, implementing best practices, and influencing cross-functional teams to achieve high levels of quality.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Quality Support:

Lead organization-wide initiatives to improve manufacturing quality processes, ensuring a direct positive impact to primary quality KPIs in operations.

Complex Problem Solving:

Resolve complex manufacturing quality issues by identifying root causes and implementing sustainable solutions.

Customer Escape Containment:

Drive customer escape containment and resolution processes by implementing robust corrective actions, collaborating with production, supply chain, and engineering teams to resolve issues, minimize recurrence, and improve customer satisfaction. Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)

Reduction:

Take responsibility for identifying and reducing the cost of poor quality (COPQ), including coordinating production stop and stop-ship activities, performing root cause analysis, and implementing solutions to enhance overall production quality.

Documentation Review:

Ensure accuracy in prints and acceptance criteria by conducting detailed reviews, addressing defects, and managing disposition and deviation processes to uphold quality standards.

Advanced Quality Tools Implementation:

Deploy advanced quality methodologies to improve manufacturing outcomes. Support operations leadership in understanding and adhering to new practices.

Project Leadership:

Manage and oversee large-scale quality improvement projects that span multiple departments.

Quality Support & Collaboration:

Provide high-level quality support for operations, working closely with production teams to address quality-related issues and drive continuous improvements. Lead the resolution of complex quality issues, utilizing advanced problem-solving tools to identify root causes and implement effective preventative measures.

Metrics & Feedback Utilization:

Utilize quality feedback and metrics to identify opportunities for design and process improvements, driving data-driven decision-making across the company.

Mentorship & Team Support:

Coach, mentor, and delegate work to other quality engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the quality engineering team.

Industry Trends & Innovation:

Proactively monitor industry trends and emerging technologies, incorporating relevant advancements into the company's approach to quality engineering.

Compliance:

Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules. Additional Functions Maintain regular and punctual attendance. Attend in-person or virtual meetings as requested or required. Communicate effectively and respectfully with others. Other responsibilities as assigned. What you'll

Need To Succeed:

Required Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a similar technical field 5-7 years of progressive experience in quality engineering focusing on manufacturing quality within the electrical industry or a related industry. Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and tolerance stack-up analysis. Demonstrated track record of leading and successfully completing large-scale quality improvement projects. Proven ability to solve complex quality problems and implement effective process improvements. Six Sigma experience preferred Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS), including

ISO 9001.

Demonstrated experience in process analytics with a broad knowledge of quality tools and industry metrics . Six sigma experience preferred. Support RMA/Non-conforming material/Rejects (NMR) activities with interdepartmental coordination. Commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the quality function. Great project management skills, able to successfully lead project teams through ambiguity and constantly changing business needs. Sound organizational and multitasking skills, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced working environment. Sound attention to detail with an analytical mindset and excellent problem-solving skills. Sound interpersonal skills to establish meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and respect, navigate and resolve conflict, moderate behaviors, and foster collaborative working relationships amongst a diverse audience. Great communication skills (written, verbal, listening, and presentation). Able to liaise with key stakeholders outside the quality function in technical and non-technical roles and present compelling information to achieve buy-in. Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc), including excellent Excel skills and experience using Power BI. Preferred Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) Certification from ASQ Environmental and Hazardous Conditions ​​ Occasionally ​ working indoors/outdoors in an air-conditioned/non-air-conditioned office/manufacturing/site-based environment. ​​ Infrequently ​ exposure to fumes/vapors/dust/gases/odors/mist/toxic chemicals/radiation/vibration/grease/oils/radiation/lasers/other etc. ​​ Occasionally ​ exposed to low/moderate/high noise levels including machinery/vehicles/forklifts/office equipment/office traffic etc. ​​ Infrequently ​ working around energized equipment with the risk of electrocution/scalding/burns/other etc. ​​ Infrequently ​ exposed to wet humid/outdoor weather/extreme cold (non-weather)/extreme heat (non-weather) conditions/other etc. ​​ Infrequently ​ working with machinery with moving parts/vehicles/forklifts/heavy machinery/sharp objects/other etc. Ready to make an impact and become an employee-owner? Apply now to join our inclusive and innovative team! Explore open positions. S&C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at TAsupport@sandc.com . No fixed deadline #LI-KD1