Quality Engineer – APQP Manufacturing

Quality Engineer

APQP Manufacturing

On-site in Slidell LA

$48.00 - $52.00/Hourly

We are hiring a Quality Engineer in Slidell LA to lead Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) process development quality assurance and continuous improvement for new product development and manufacturing programs. This role supports APQP deliverables including Process Flow Diagrams (PFD) PFMEA Control Plans PPAP product validation testing supplier quality and process improvement within a highly regulated manufacturing environment using AS9145 AS9100D IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 quality standards.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the APQP development process for assigned programs including Process Flow Diagrams (PFD) Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) Control Plans and related APQP deliverables.
• Manage quality assurance activities associated with new product introduction in accordance with company policies and established quality requirements.
• Develop mature measure and monitor end-to-end business processes supporting product development engineering services and manufacturing.
• Identify process issues and improvement opportunities analyze performance and implement structured process changes to support continuous improvement.
• Oversee product manufacturing activities to ensure engineering documentation is consistent with the manufacturing methods employed.
• Coordinate and chair APQP meetings maintain APQP checklists and document and track open issues through the APQP action item matrix.
• Serve as the quality lead during customer program reviews throughout the product development process.
• Develop test methods and procedures supporting product validation activities.
• Perform performance validation testing against customer specifications and generate associated test reports.
• Develop and implement programs to assess and improve the quality of products components materials manufacturing processes and operations.
• Perform inspections and establish quality assurance testing models for raw materials work-in-process materials and finished products.
• Conduct quality control (QC) inspections throughout production to verify products materials components and parts meet established quality and reliability standards.
• Integrate feedback from design R&D production and other cross-functional teams into quality and continuous improvement activities.
• Coordinate with outside suppliers and manufacturing facilities to complete review and approve supplier Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions.
• Provide onsite supplier support for program activities and critical quality issues when required.
• Support the development testing and modification of prototype and production parts.
• Direct suppliers in establishing appropriate testing procedures recording required data calibrating test equipment and establishing technical measurement procedures.
• Lead the development and implementation of process improvement initiatives.
• Develop and document new business processes supporting the Quality System.
• Support manufacturing activities at partner and supplier facilities.
• Support and comply with all company safety and environmental regulations and policies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by Quality leadership.

Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship is required by Federal Law
• Ability to Obtain a Secret Clearance
• Bachelors degree in Engineering or Business Administration; alternatively a high school diploma with at least 10 years of relevant experience.
• 5 years of relevant manufacturing experience.
• 5 years of leadership supervisory or managerial experience.
• Knowledge and experience working with AS9100D IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 quality management standards.
• Knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and AS9145 requirements.
• Experience with APQP quality deliverables including PFD PFMEA Control Plans and PPAP.
• Knowledge of systems-based design and related standards and processes.
• Expertise with statistical analysis tools and process capability analysis.
• Experience applying structured root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies including 8D 5 Why and Ishikawa/Fishbone analysis.
• Demonstrated knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies with experience implementing process improvements.
• Experience developing test methods performing product validation testing and documenting test results.
• Experience with quality engineering and supply chain management within a highly regulated industry.
• Experience working within multinational multi-organizational and corporate environments.
• Familiarity with U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) processes and procedures for vehicle development and acquisition.
• Ability to present quality program and technical information to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to operate independently in a hands-on manufacturing and quality engineering environment.
• Ability to support manufacturing partners and suppliers including onsite supplier activities when required

Moseley Technical Services Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer

Moseley Technical Services Inc. (Moseley) was incorporated in 1994 to provide engineering and professional services to the aerospace/defense manufacturing government and commercial industries. Our Mission is to deliver superior service to our customers and employees. We have achieved our vision by building long-term relationships with customers and employees through integrity transparency and appreciation.

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