QMS Engineer
The Quality Systems Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the quality management systems (QMS) across the plant. This role will emphasize training teams on quality processes and implementing continuous improvement initiatives that ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements. The Quality Systems Engineer will drive a culture of quality through proactive problem-solving and collaboration across departments.
What will you do?
1. Quality Management Systems (QMS) Implementation:
- Develop, maintain, and improve the QMS in accordance with these standards, or similar: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 50001:2018
- Ensure all QMS processes are followed, updated, and effectively implemented across plants.
- Monitor and audit compliance with internal and external quality standards.
2. Training and Development:
- Lead the development and delivery of training programs for plant personnel on QMS, quality standards, and industry best practices.
- Provide training on root cause analysis, corrective actions, and quality tools (FMEA, 5 Whys, 8D, etc.).
- Conduct regular training to upskill employees and ensure a strong understanding of quality systems and their implementation as well as how to participate in audits.
3. Continuous Improvement:
- Work with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing defects, rework, and scrap.
- Use tools like Kaizen, Lean Six Sigma, and statistical process control (SPC) to identify and implement process improvements.
- Participate in Kaikaku or other large-scale process re-engineering projects to improve quality.
4. Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis:
- Lead problem-solving teams to investigate quality issues, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
- Track the effectiveness of corrective actions and ensure lessons learned are incorporated into the QMS.
6. Document Control and Reporting:
- Manage the documentation of quality processes, procedures, and work instructions within the QMS.
- Report on quality performance metrics, including non-conformances, scrap rates, customer returns, and supplier quality issues.
7. Internal and External Audits:
- Lead and support internal audits to ensure adherence to the QMS and prepare for external audits (e.g., ISO certification).
- Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory agencies as required.
Who will you report to?
Customer Satisfaction & Quality Manager
What qualifications will make you successful?
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in quality systems engineering, preferably in a manufacturing or prefabrication environment.
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• Strong knowledge of QMS standards: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 50001:2018).
• Experience in training, process implementation, and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency with quality tools (FMEA, 8D, SPC).
• Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience in scheduling and conducting internal & external audits.
What's in it for me?
Schneider Electric offers a robust benefits package to support our employees, including things such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, 401(k)+ match, company stock option purchase+ match, and much more. Click here to find out more about working with us: http://se.com/us/careers .
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