Quality Engineer at Syntec Optics

Rochester, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

ISO 9000:2015, ISO 13485, Quality Auditing, SPC, DOE, FMEA, Metrology, Document Control, Corrective and Preventive Action, Process Improvement, Statistical Analysis, Receiving Inspection, MS Office, Product Configuration, Internal Auditing, Capability Studies

Industry

Plastics Manufacturing

Description

Job Summary: Define, document, coordinate and implement, under the direction of the Quality Assurance Manager, all aspects of the Syntec Optics, Inc. ISO 9000:2015 and ISO 13485 Quality System. Collect, edit, maintain and distribute all documents necessary to define product configuration and control manufacturing processes that ensure conformance to customer requirements. Function as an information source to various company departments when special and critical quality and quality systems issues occur. Develop and implement optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods at Syntec Technologies in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. Implement improvements to production processes, methods and controls. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Perform duties as defined in division document control policies and procedures. • Responsible for training of all department personnel to include new hire orientation, new equipment, or any new polices and procedures effecting the department, etc. • Document and manage the flow of non-conforming material and the Corrective and Preventive Action database. • Works closely with Production Supervisors to increase productivity and quality during product runs. • Undertakes major assignments regarding metrology equipment, comparison, capabilities and training. • Support program managers by participating in design development projects that ensure Quality Assurance and with an understanding of the customer needs. • Conducts SPC, DOE, FEMA, capability studies in production and quality departments. • Confers with Management, Production and Quality on manufacturing efficiencies, capabilities, and other considerations to facilitate production processes. • Design, document and implement methods for metrology process control, process improvement, testing and inspection. • Analyze production proficiencies, including cycle time, scrap breakdown and deadlines. Implements improvement methods for cost effectiveness and run time. • Conducts internal production audits within the production, project management and quality departments. • Interfaces with supplier and customer representatives concerning problems with production, quality assurance and using judgement in implementing effective corrective action. • Apply statistical methods and perform product/process analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement, and improved efficiency. • Perform RMS and wavelength measurements. • Perform receiving inspections on purchased parts. • Manage / store / IP data. • Perform and manage product C of C for shipping. • Perform final inspections for top level parts. Additional Responsibilities: • May cover for quality assurance personnel. • When requested, may work on special projects and various related assignments. • Performs other related duties and assignments as required. • Inspects incoming raw materials and outsourced secondary operations. • Performs dock audits, randomly checking outgoing product. Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and/or hear. Good visual acuity is required to be certified biannually. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete and abstract variables in situations where only limited standardization exists The noise level in the work environment may range from low, moderate to loud. Education, Skills and Experience: • Associates degree or equivalent in education and experience. • Minimum 2 years experience in quality systems auditing • Sound knowledge of standard measuring equipment • Strong math skills • Good oral and written communication skills. • Strong organization skills. • Must be familiar with computers and MS Office computer software. • Work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Implement and maintain ISO 9000:2015 and ISO 13485 quality systems to ensure product conformance and manufacturing efficiency. Manage non-conforming materials, conduct internal audits, and utilize statistical methods for process improvement and cost reduction.