Quality Engineer

Company: Norit Americas, Inc
Location: Pryor
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

Develops and implements advanced QA/QC methods and techniques in the solution of very complex problems at an activated carbon manufacturing facility. Leads activities needed to improve manufacturing process quality, resolve manufacturing problems, and customer complaints. Leads projects or major phases of very large projects, coordinating efforts of team members.Job Requirements
--- Analyzes, evaluates and plans methods to resolve very complex technical problems in the activated carbon manufacturing process. Works to the resolution of customer problems. Develops internal corrective and preventative actions. Tracks and investigates details behind external customer complaints and internal non-conformances to assure effective root cause determination and communicate this information appropriately.
--- Implements sound quality practices in manufacturing and in the laboratory, including Statistical Process Control and Statistical Quality Control. Introduces and implements methodologies to ensure adequate monitoring and control of critical process variables and test methods that impact product properties, specifications, and performance (at customer locations). Responsible for necessary training in use of these techniques.
--- Develops the tracking and reporting of Quality metrics (relating to process capability, customer complaints, corrective actions, etc.). Supports the Management of Change (MOC) process to assure communication of any MOC issues that have a major impact on the quality of the product.
--- Leads projects, coordinating efforts of technical support staff. Reviews project progress and evaluates results. Provides technical consultation and advice to technical staff.
--- Researches benchmarking references, incorporates "best practice" and implements procedures, work instructions, as appropriate.Competencies (Knowledge, Skills and Behaviors)
--- Strong knowledge of Quality Assurance techniques and practices; manufacturing process controls; product uniformity and variation; QA/QC problem solving techniques; Statistical Process Control. Knowledge of ISO compliance / Norit products and applications.
--- Ability to lead and implement change initiatives. Leadership skills in order to lead projects and team members.
--- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills in order to gather, analyze and draw well-reasoned conclusions.
--- Inter-personal and customer service skills in order to interface with internal and external customers, discuss technical issues and find solutions.Education/Experience
--- Bachelor/University degree in Science or Engineering field, degree in Chemical Engineering preferred
--- Minimum of 5 years technical experience in quality in a manufacturing environment.

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