Senior Quality & Environmental Health and Safety Engineer

at  Emerson

The Senior QEHS Engineer is responsible for driving quality and environmental, health & safety programs across the business. This is a hands-on role with a primary focus on the practical implementation of improvements in both fields. In support of the operation to deliver high-quality products and maintain a safe work environment, this position demands strong customer focus, high-caliber analytical and logical thinking, and the drive, energy and sense of urgency to marshal resources and solve complex problems quickly.
We are looking forward to seeing your application!

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS THAT SET YOU APART:

• Advanced understanding of ERP concerning Manufacturing Engineering (i. e. BOMs, Routers, Planning Bills etc.). Experience in JDE/AS400/MAPICS
• Sound understanding of product certification (knowledge of ATEX and IECEx)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Experience in using SharePoint and Power BI would be an advantage.

IN THIS ROLE, YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE:

• Drive continuous improvement projects aiming at process performance increase (FPY, RTY, ppm level) and waste reduction (scrap, CoQ)
• Review and lead nonconformities (internal and external) reported in the Incident Log
• Carry out root cause analysis, product testing (mechanical and electrical) and reporting (8D)
• Work closely with the engineering support and product improvement (ESPE) team on product fault investigation
• Ensure the goods-in, and goods-out processes are efficient and relevant to business needs
• Supervise factory scrap level, improve data collection and reporting mechanism
• Management of customer complaint process at the factory level. Primary focus on investigation and reporting.
• Work with the procurement team on the supplier performance improvement (quality-related measures) and carry out supplier audits.
• Lead ISO 9001 internal audits and recommend improvement to the QMS
• Lead data in the ERP system (JDE) at the item and BOM level. Supporting engineering change process (ECO).
• Design and implement efficient operation processes and support development of the document control system.
• Provide management with regular updates on Quality Performance
• Improve internal communication and awareness of quality
• Support EHS management and ensure compliance with Velocity workflows
• Ensure the business unit is aligned with UK legislative and Emerson Corporate EHS requirements and lead 5S+1 program at Permasense
• Champion EHS communication improvement and work on raising team engagement in EHS programs and activities

FOR THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED:

• Bachelor of Science or equivalent experience in Engineering or related technical field;
• Proven experience in QMS and preferably EHS, including auditing, document control and process management and good knowledge of ISO 9001 standard or equivalent;
• Proven track record in a manufacturing environment, with minimum of 5 years of experience (low volume & high complexity preferable but not crucial);
• Track record of successful cross-departmental improvement projects (you will be asked to provide evidence of success);
• Advanced proficiency in Excel required for data analysis, including the ability to interpret datasets;
• Experience in lean manufacturing methodology and concepts such as Kanban, VSM, TPI, Kaizen, Six Sigma and standard process implementation;
• Project management skills – Ability to work optimally within a matrix organization