Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer

Assist in implementation and coordination of quality programs, systems, and records. Data entering when necessary and generating specified APQP documentation. Perform product and process analysis for continuous improvement initiatives.

At Safari Circuits, we believe our drive for a family-like culture makes a positive impact on our team and the quality of products we produce. We manufacture Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs) for the global electronics market. We are a growing business, and we meet the stringent regulatory demands of medical, military, and defense fields. Founded in 1985, Safari Circuits provides world-class electronics development and manufacturing services to our customers and has a proven track record of creating stability within our ever-growing team. We are ready to shape a stronger future for our company and invest in your success.

Accountabilities

- On time delivery and accuracy of PPAP submissions per customer requirements.

- Internal and external containment activity and communicating corrective actions to the customer to ensure customer satisfaction.

- Assemble internal and external quality data for the customer focus team to drive continuous improvement of products and processes.

Main Duties

- Coordinates the processing of customer RMA/s, reporting of metrics and initiating CA/PA actions as a result of analysis with assistance from Senior QE and Quality Manager.

- Generates process flow, control plan, PSW, PPAP, PFMEA and other such APQP forms with assistance from Senior QE and Quality Manager.

- Performs IATF16949 and customer required self-assessment audits.

- Collects, analyzes and charts internal process results, reject data and customer PPM data.

- Recommends changes and improvements to internal documents, work instructions, checklists within QA/QC or operations.

- Schedule and hold meetings with external and internal customers with assistance from Senior QE and Quality Manager.

- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Position Requirements

- Minimum 2-year college (4-year degree preferred) or 4 years minimum experience in QC, QA IATF16949 automotive manufacturing environment.

- Knowledge in preparation of process flow, control plan, PSW, PPAP PFEMA, other APQP forms.

- IATF16949 knowledge. Auditor certificate preferable.

- Proficient at generating Word, Excel programs and MRP, and data base management.

- Some travel (may be over night).

- Standing, walking, lifting, and able to observe all processes and operators.

- Knowledgeable with tools such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, volt meters, schematics, etc.

Skill Set

- Must be detailed oriented.

- Able to set priorities and meet deadlines.

- Highly motivated and self-directed.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Leadership.

Physical Requirements:

This job operates in a professional office environment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Occasionally required to move 5--25 pounds. Must be able to remain in a stationary computer position for extended periods of time. Must be able to use.