Knowles Quality Customer Engineer

JOB TITLE

Quality Customer Engineer

JOB CATEGORY

Quality Department/Group:

Quality Job code/Req#:

Location:

Liberty SC Facility Travel required: Occasional Level/Salary range: 0 Position type: FTE HR contact: Teresa Owens Date posted: Will train applicant: Yes Posting expires: External posting

URL:

Internal posting

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Role and Responsibilities .

Customer Advocacy:

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients regarding quality issues, concerns, and feedback. .

Root Cause & Troubleshooting:

Apply structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 5-Whys, Fishbone diagrams, Six Sigma) to resolve field failures and internal defects. .

Compliance & Deliverables:

Oversee quality documentation and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements from QMS and specifically AS9100. .

Corrective Actions:

Develop, track, and implement CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) plans to stop defective parts from reaching the customer. .

Continuous Improvement:

Work with manufacturing and design teams to prevent process variations and improve overall product reliability. Ensure appropriate and timely communications of CIP (Continuous Improvement Process) programs to the customer and support effective and appropriate change management, in accordance with agreed upon customer requirements .

Warranty Analysis:

Monitor field warranty data, RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) processes, and customer scorecards to mitigate financial impacts. Develop Pareto of customer complaints and set up a corrective action plan. .

Customer Experience:

Develop customer relationships and communication channels to improve rapid response to customer Quality technical requests. .

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Relay customer feedback and usage data to product and engineering departments to prioritize system improvements, feature requests, and bug fixes. .

Documentation & Reporting:

Maintain a technical knowledge base (FAQs, troubleshooting steps) and compile reports detailing the nature and frequency of technical issues. .

Test:

Overseeing inspection and test processes to assure customer requirements .

Process Robustness:

Performs quality reviews of catalyst design-FMEA for compliance with stated customer requirements, specifications, and quality records Education and experience

Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing), Quality Management, or a closely related technical field

Experience:

3 to 6 years of experience in quality control, assurance, or manufacturing

Skills:

T echnical

Skills:

Deep understanding, statistical process control (SPC), measurement system analysis (MSA), and interpreting engineering blueprints.

Soft Skills:

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, negotiation abilities, and the capacity to lead cross-functional teams in high-pressure situations.

REVIEWED BY

Jose de

Anda DATE:

6/29/2026 Approved by:

Date:

Last updated by: Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunities for professional development and growth A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement. Flexible PTO Paid holidays Prescription Drug Plans Retirement Savings Plan (401k): Basic Life Insurance Employee Referral Program Join our team and play a pivotal role in transforming our manufacturing processes to achieve greater efficiency and excellence. We are committed to providing a competitive and fair total compensation package for all employees. One element in our total compensation package is base pay. The starting base pay for this role is $70,000 to $80,000 per year. Individual compensation decisions are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to previous experience and skills acquired prior to joining us, cost of living in the assigned work location, assigned schedule, and salaries of similarly situated peers at the company. It is to be expected that candidates will come to us with different sets of skills and experiences and therefore will be paid at different points in the stated range. We recognize that the person(s) we select for hire may be less experienced or more experienced than the role as posted; if this is the case, any updates to available salary ranges will be communicated with candidates during the recruitment process. Knowles' Cornell Dubilier brand is a leading designer and manufacturer of custom high-energy discharge capacitors used in a wide range of medical, military, and commercial pulsed energy applications.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We prohibit pay discrimination and discrimination of any kind based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or other legally protected status.

ITAR Statement:

Please note that this position may require access to technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be U.S. persons (citizens, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status) or have the necessary authorization to access controlled technical data. Compliance with ITAR and EAR regulations is a condition of employment. Notice to

Staffing Agencies, Search Firms and Recruitment Agencies:

The recruitment process at Knowles is managed through the Human Resources department. Knowles does not accept resumes submitted from 3rd party agencies outside of our system. To submit resumes, 3rd party agencies will need to be a pre-approved vendor with a valid contract in place, be actively engaged by Knowles to recruit for a specific position and have agency log in credentials to submit candidates to our career's portal. Please do not submit resumes via e-mail, through our external website or directly to our employees. Any resumes submitted in this way become the property of Knowles and will not be eligible for any placement fee.

Shift:

First Shift Compensation:

$75,000 - $90,000 per year

Additional Details :

Knowles' Cornell Dubilier brand is a leading designer and manufacturer of custom high-energy discharge capacitors used in a wide range of medical, military, and commercial pulsed energy applications. Knowles high-performance capacitors, RF and microwave filters, advanced medtech microphones, balanced armature speakers, and miniaturization products enable and enhance the performance of technologies with the power to change, improve, and save lives. Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, Knowles has grown into a global organization with employees spanning 11 countries. Why Join Us?

BENEFITS DAY 1

• Paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans
• Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with employer matching
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, STD and LTD
• FNP (Family Nurse Practitioner) on site two days per week
• Employee Referral Program
• Competitive pay and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A collaborative work environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We prohibit pay discrimination and discrimination of any kind based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or other legally protected status.

ITAR Statement:

Please note that this position may require access to technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be U.S. persons (citizens, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status) or have the necessary authorization to access controlled technical data. Compliance with ITAR and EAR regulations is a condition of employment. Notice to

Staffing Agencies, Search Firms, and Recruitment Agencies:

The recruitment process at Knowles is managed through the Human Resources department. Knowles does not accept resumes submitted from 3rd party agencies outside of our system. To submit resumes, 3rd party agencies will need to be a pre-approved vendor with a valid contract in place, be actively engaged by Knowles to recruit for a specific position and have agency login credentials to submit candidates to our career portal. Please do not submit resumes via e-mail, external website, or directly to our employees. Any resumes submitted in this way become the property of Knowles and will not be eligible for any placement fee.