Quality Engineer (Edgewood, MD)

Job DescriptionJob Description

This position will support the Edgewood Quality Team. This role will be providing quality support for the assigned product (s) or areas of responsibilities. This role will also support the overall quality system.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work cross functionally with P and T, Manufacturing Engineering, Production and Service in providing effective and responsive support to resolve in-house, customer and supplier quality related issues.
• Deploy through all stages of the supply chain Corrective and Preventive action management with root cause analysis in order to safeguard the product and the customer experience.
• Assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of the QMS to ISO9001. Including completion of Internal Audits and provision of support during External Audits.
• Implement first time through (FTT) measurements at key points in the manufacturing process and report weekly results and root cause analysis.
• Perform in-process, and final assembly random audits. Collect and publish results. Conduct feedback sessions for corrective and preventative action.
• Work with the engineering and manufacturing teams to help design and execute the necessary product qualification and validation tests and any necessary analysis and follow-up activities.
• Participate in the development and improvement of the manufacturing processes for existing and new products. Coordination of Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities.
• Product performance analysis and reporting supported by the Quality Analyst
• Drive and implement plant wide quality system improvements in alignment with and/or under the direction of the Quality Manager.
• Lead and participate in problem solving meetings using approved/formal problem-solving tools (8D, PDCA, etc).
• Lead PFMEA/Dynamic Control Plan (DCP) activity and ensure that all failure modes in process have been identified and addressed.
• Maintain 5S practices. Participate / facilitate in LEAN 6 Sigma events.
• Support key quality and management system processes such as NCR, CAPA and ECN
• Lead training activities on Quality related Procedures.
• Provide functional expertise to other support functions on quality related issues.
• Comply with and ensure department compliance with Company health, safety and environmental policies.
• Comply with all applicable corporate and regulatory export control and security regulations.

The Individual:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent; ASQ-CQE and/or sufficient education and experience to effectively perform the duties)
• ASQ-Certified Quality Auditor a plus
• Lean six sigma green belt certified a plus.
• 5 years minimum experience in quality assurance within a high-technology manufacturing environment
• Experience in electro-mechanical systems manufacture is preferred
• Strong capabilities in quality planning and analysis, statistical tools and data analysis
• Experience with, and good knowledge of ISO 9001 or higher.
• Environmental management systems around ISO 14001 experience an asset.
• Previous experience in a Lean Manufacturing environment is desirable.
• Excellent oral and written communications.
• Strong analytical approach, ability to facilitate team process problem solving with strong interpersonal skills.
• Fluent with Word, Excel, Power Point or Visio and SAP ERP.
• Experience with management system implementation, process mapping and flowcharting.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.

SDI is a Federal Contractor and a drug-free workplace. By submitting an application, I confirm that I understand that the Company has a right to require me to submit to a drug test prior to employment and at any time during my employment, to the extent permitted by law.

About Smiths

At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 14,600 colleagues, based in 50 countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers’ operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with an almost 170 year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field.

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

Company DescriptionSMITHS DETECTION – MAKING THE WORLD A SAFER PLACE
Every minute of every day, in nearly every country across the globe, Smiths Detection employees and technology make the world a safer place. We safeguard people, business and critical infrastructure with the latest innovations and screening technology for aviation, ports & borders, defense, and urban security. We are always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our company and would love to hear from you. If you have not found a suitable opportunity on our careers page, we would like to ensure that we keep you up to date – please register your interest by submitting an application and we will be in touch as soon as a role matching your skill set arises.

What makes us different:

Safety Culture: the safety of our people is our first priority. We have an excellent track record in environmental health and safety, running regular trainings and providing all the necessary tools to enable our teams to perform their work with the utmost confidence.
Rewarding career be part of a growing market that offers great career prospects. We offer the scope to match your ambition and ability with a rewarding career.
Continuous learning: have access to intensive internal training programmes, so you can stay up to date with cutting-edge technology, share knowledge and be ready for the next challenge.
Enriching opportunities: long term, there is scope for you to work in a diverse array of environments, with great prospects of broadening your horizon in more ways than one.
Embracing digitalization be part of our journey to digitalization through Augmented Reality, Artificial Intelligence and Asset Performance Management. You will play a key role in enabling us to better innovate and serve our customers, helping make the world a safe place.Company DescriptionSMITHS DETECTION – MAKING THE WORLD A SAFER PLACE\r\nEvery minute of every day, in nearly every country across the globe, Smiths Detection employees and technology make the world a safer place. We safeguard people, business and critical infrastructure with the latest innovations and screening technology for aviation, ports & borders, defense, and urban security. We are always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our company and would love to hear from you. If you have not found a suitable opportunity on our careers page, we would like to ensure that we keep you up to date – please register your interest by submitting an application and we will be in touch as soon as a role matching your skill set arises.\r\n\r\nWhat makes us different:\r\n\r\nSafety Culture: the safety of our people is our first priority. We have an excellent track record in environmental health and safety, running regular trainings and providing all the necessary tools to enable our teams to perform their work with the utmost confidence.\r\nRewarding career be part of a growing market that offers great career prospects. We offer the scope to match your ambition and ability with a rewarding career.\r\nContinuous learning: have access to intensive internal training programmes, so you can stay up to date with cutting-edge technology, share knowledge and be ready for the next challenge.\r\nEnriching opportunities: long term, there is scope for you to work in a diverse array of environments, with great prospects of broadening your horizon in more ways than one.\r\nEmbracing digitalization be part of our journey to digitalization through Augmented Reality, Artificial Intelligence and Asset Performance Management. You will play a key role in enabling us to better innovate and serve our customers, helping make the world a safe place.]]>