Quality Engineer

Company: Medix---
Location: Cicero
Posted on: June 21, 2022

Job Description:

Medix is seeking a Quality Engineer for a packing manufacturer located in Cicero. This position is responsible for coordinating, facilitating and implementing quality assurance standards as major automation overhaul projects begin and new cell layouts are implemented. This individual must be statistical driven, with heavy experience utilizing SPC and CPK. Preferably has obtained a Six Sigma belt (yellow, green or black).Major Responsibilities

• Responsible for promoting and ensuring that QA department employees, and oneself, are prioritizing safety above all else, following all Company safety policies, rules and practices, and contributing to a safe working environment.
• Supervise, evaluate, train and mentor QC Technicians, on all shifts, as required and communicate company standards to Training should include but not be limited to procedures, work instructions & quality documentation. Provide inspection tools needed by QC Technicians, track and order supplies and communicate any maintenance needs to departmental manager.
• Support Sr. QA Manager in laboratory testing, analysis and reporting of supplied products.
• Work directly with manufacturing managers, supervisors and employees to improve the quality of their processes. Utilize statistical tools as needed, with an emphasis on driving and improving quality and the quality process.
• Maintain and calibrate all gauges used by QC Techs and train them on their use.
• Supervise and participate in audits of WIP and finished goods, and record and evaluate results.
• Maintain and audit compliance to HARM/HACCP plans. Conduct necessary follow-up and verification of audit CAPA's. Conduct internal audits against standards.
• Support SR. QA Manager in management of the supplier and customer complaint process; assure timely response from customers and suppliers on all complaints.
• Manage the Internal Nonconformance process.
• Travel up to 10%.Qualifications & Skills
  • BS degree in Science, Engineering, QA or Operations required.
  • Minimum two years of Quality Assurance experience in a manufacturing plant.
  • Experience in food packaging, paper packaging, ISO, BRC, GFSI, FSC/SFI/PEFC, and Six Sigma preferred.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint. Fluency with computer software packages and knowledgeable about HACCP, GMP, GLP, etc.
  • Proficiency In: Statistics, statistical software, SPC charting.

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