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Quality Engineer Manager Jobs in Corvallis, OR at OptiTrack
About Ergotron:
Ergotron, Inc. is a global leader in designing ergonomic solutions that connect people and technology to enhance human performance, health and happiness. Using the Technology of Movement™, Ergotron builds products and custom solutions that help people feel a new sense of energy in healthcare, industrial and office settings, both at home and on-site.
Through its 40-year history, Ergotron has led the industry with innovative, professional-grade products and customer-focused service. The company has earned more than 200 patents and established a growing portfolio of award-winning brands including WorkFit® and CareFit™, and patented Constant Force™ and LiFeKinnex™ technologies. Ergotron is headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, with a presence in North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit www.ergotron.com.
Position Summary:
Quality Technicians work within a wider team of professionals with the overall aim of making sure that our supply chain produces components and products that are safe, reliable, and meet customer expectations. Quality Technicians work together with various stakeholders, at every part of the design, procurement, and manufacturing process such as;
Design teams – assisting in first article, FMEA, PFMEA, and out of box audits to ensure product meets design specifications and identify areas of weakness.
Supplier teams – assisting in qualifying raw materials and component parts, ensuring they meet the company’s quality standards via PPAP and on-going quality monitoring.
Manufacturing teams – assisting with in-process controls and component issue resolution.
Customer teams – analyzing issues reported via customer feedback, and assisting in communicating changes to suppliers, inspection, or manufacturing as necessary.
As a Quality Technician, you will assist in the creation of quality processes and documentation to ensure products and processes from suppliers meet technical standards. They execute quality objectives to support customer, industry, and corporate requirements. Quality Technicians continuously improve the organization’s quality system and promote improvements in quality principles and practices across a fast paced, rapidly changing supply chain environment.
Position Responsibilities:
Inspects select incoming materials for compliance to specifications (Drawings, BOM’s, Routing Guide, Workmanship Standard, safety, etc.)
Collect data, generate inspection reports, discrepant material reports, and movements of products
Performs source inspections-audits to validate product conformance, internal manufacturing/assembly processes, and supplier process controls
Create inspection programs via software/equipment (VXInspect)
Advocate the quality system and applicable standards to assure compliance with the company quality policy and system and all pertinent regulatory requirements, maintain tactical quality metrics to monitor ongoing product and process quality, and assist quality improvement teams to continuously improve the ISO 9001 / 14001 / 13485 Quality Management System
Participate in material review boards to ensure product dispositions meet customer requirements and do not compromise Ergotron quality standards in the short and long-term
Maintains accurate quality records of inspection and audit activities
Create tools and fixtures in order to inspect components
Support routine maintenance and calibration of quality equipment
Report quality concerns to respective team members
Adheres to company policy regarding safety guidelines, policies, and procedures
Supports “Lean Business Enterprise” initiatives for continuous process improvement and waste elimination.
Additional duties as requested.
Position Requirements (Knowledge and Experience):
Proficient in Microsoft Office (including Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
Prior experience with ERP systems (Oracle) and inspection software (VXInspect, Polyworks, Calypso, etc.)
Technical degree in manufacturing, quality, or similar field; Equivalent experience may substitute for this requirement
3+ Prior years’ experience in a quality / continuous improvement role is preferred.
Good problem solver with the ability to rapidly handle change in a progressive and growing organization. Experience in a fast paced, manufacturing environment with new product development containing mechanical, electrical, and software elements is preferred.
Must be able to communicate effectively with internal and external resources. Well-developed written/verbal communication and record keeping skills. Strong interpersonal relations and team skills.
Experience with quality equipment/gauges, PPAP, and first/pass yield is preferred.
Knowledge of mechanical and electro-mechanical new product development.
Proficient in interpreting 3D CAD drawings and Bill of Material structures.
Certified Quality Auditor and/or Technician is preferred
Good Quality System (ISO-9001) knowledge
Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job as described to you for the position.
Benefits:
Being able to solve complex problems within a passion-filled environment is rewarded by a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, allowing for work and life balance.
At Ergotron, we are committed to moving you forward with leading benefits and reward programs. Beyond a fast-paced, innovative work environment, we offer a comprehensive and competitive pay and benefits package, including but not limited to; medical, dental, vision, life, disability, tuition reimbursement, 401k with match, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
We work hard and we recharge. With five weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO), eleven paid holidays and summer hours our employees have ample time throughout the year to spend with family and friends, traveling or relaxing.
We are proud to support our employees and their growing families by offering ten weeks of paid maternity leave, four weeks of paid paternity leave, and three days of paid grandparents leave.
Both our newest and our most tenured employees are formally recognized. Our career milestones program ensures that our new team members feel welcome and rewards employees at five years, ten years, fifteen years and beyond.
ONE Core Values:
Continuous Improvement – Always design a better experience.
Customer Obsessed – Our reputation rests with our customer’s experience.
Innovation – Unearth insights to think anew.
Integrity – Do the right thing. Treat others with respect.
Openness – Open to ideas and feedback. Act with transparency. Trust one another.
Ownership – Own your role and act when ownership is needed.
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Title: Quality Engineer Manager
Company: OptiTrack
Location: Corvallis, OR
