Manufacturing Quality Engineer

American Outdoor Brands Corporation • Springfield, MA • 15h ago

Req. Number

SWI-7361

Job Description

Since 1852 Smith & Wesson has empowered Americans with the freedom, equality, and security promised by the Declaration of Independence and guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. It is this sense of safety and security that frees us to pursue our goals and dreams, define our future, and fulfill the promise of America.

BENEFITS

Health, Dental & Vision

Prescription Drug Coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Group Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Investment 401K Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

PTO & Holidays

Profit Sharing

Tuition Assistance Program

Banking Services

Employee Product Discounts

NRA Membership

Service Awards

SCOPE - Develops and implements optimal, cost-effective quality manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. Recommends and implements improvements to production processes, training, methods and controls. Coordinates manufacturing launch for new or revised products. Priorities include process improvement, problem resolution, project management and employee training.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBLITIES

Drive company to identify and establish quality management systems based in prevention, utilizing capability studies, process FMEA, SPC, DoE, CoV, gage R&R, and other quality tools

Assist in the qualification of new manufacturing processes and equipment

Be fully capable of recognizing machine, tool, & fixture issues and communicate suggestions to engineering

Conduct print reviews and approvals

Develop and define supplier product inspection criteria, cosmetic defects and communication of criteria and expectations internally and to the suppliers. Work effectively with the supplier quality engineers

Facilitate formal, hands-on Root Cause and Corrective Action activity

Create processes and procedures

Tabulate and analyze quality data -- Drive change with solid metrics

Provide assistance and direction to the inspectors and quality technicians

Assist in the processing of first article inspections

Assists with internal process and gage audits

Work to eliminate hard gauging through the use of statistical process controls

NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, quality, or materials engineering

Three to five years of prior related Manufacturing and Quality Assurance experience is required

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

A genuine belief in continuous improvement and disciplined processes, with a willingness to analyze, challenge and change processes, if needed, to create a more efficient environment and culture. Must also understand how to communicate these transformational changes to a diverse workforce and management

Expertise with all Statistical Process Control; Six Sigma experience is highly desirable

Extensive knowledge of metrology

Strong, proven problem-solving skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and statistical software

Good Communication skills - Strong and well-developed interpersonal skills

Ability to present data to management in an effective manner

Specific experience in drawing interpretation and standards (GD & T)

Strong organizational and time management skills accompanied with a proactive mindset

Knowledge, understanding, and experience with general industrial processes, such as machining, casting and molding.

Knowledge of metallurgy a plus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Works in an office environment.

Able to sit and work at a computer keyboard for extended periods of time.

Able to lift and move up to 25 pounds occasionally.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Within any of our facilities, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting. Work environment is similar to most manufacturing and distribution operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting, continuous exposure to hot temperatures, may be humid, odors, dust, continuous exposure to mechanical hazards, and occasional exposure to chemical hazards.

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