For our subsidiary LEMO USA, INC, based in ROHNERT PARK, CA we are currently looking to hire one person for the role of: 

Mission

The Quality Engineer I provides administration support for the Quality Management System, tracking and closure of corrective actions, and participates in continuous improvement projects, Lean Manufacturing, and the deployment of Good Manufacturing Practices.



Duties & Responsibilities

• Support Customer, Supplier, and Quality System Audits as necessary.
• Participates in Internal Audits and drives closure of associated corrective actions.
• Provides administration support for the Calibration Program.
• Support administration and closure of Internal Corrective & Preventative Actions, Non-Conforming Material Reports, Authorized Returns Evaluations & Customer Corrective Actions, Supplier Corrective Actions.
• Participate in the development of new practices for Measurement System Analysis activities such as Gage Repeatability & Reproducibility, Control Plans, Attribute Agreement Analysis, Data Analysis, and Interpretation.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects for process control, risk management, process qualification, Lean Manufacturing, and deployment of Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Assist QA Inspectors as necessary with inspections of incoming parts and raw materials, in-process and finished assemblies, First Article builds, and Certificate of Conformance generation.
• Support Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reporting and associated process improvement plans
• Support control of non-conforming material inventory in the QA controlled locations, and up to date tracking in the ERP system.
• Support development of new product Inspection Test Plans with Design & Manufacturing Engineering and QA Manager.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to perform product and component failure analysis and resolution.
• Provide administration support for ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 Compliant Quality Management System and document control.
• Reduce defect and scrap rates through data collection and analysis, confirming root cause, identifying, and driving closure of associated corrective actions, and verifying effectivity thereof.
• Support site-wide Training System and verification of completed training requirements.

Profile and qualifications

• Engineering degree preferred; ASQ CQE or equivalent certifications a plus
• 3 to 5 years of experience in an ISO 9001, ISO 13485 or AS9100 manufacturing environment
• Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) experience such as Zeiss Contura, Micro-Vu, Keyence and knowledge of GD&T a plus
• Training or experience in Quality Assurance management and industry standards for ISO 9001, ISO 13485 or AS9100; RoHS and REACH experience a plus
• Experience with process qualification (IQ, OQ, PQ), FMEA (Risk Management ISO 14971), ISO 9001, ISO13485/Medical GMP’s, CAR/RCA, NCM/MRB, Auditing, Supplier Quality Management; Process Auditing Experience; RoHS and REACH a plus
• Must be a strong advocate for the customer and for product quality
• Hands-on experience with use of quality tools such as sampling plans, control charts, SPC and quality improvement techniques such as Cause/Effect diagrams, Pareto charts, Histograms and SPC software with “Minitab” preferred
• Hands-on experience with measuring tools, including but not limited to calipers, micrometers, drop gauges and proven experience with common measurement techniques and applications, testing and inspection equipment
• Ability to read detailed engineering drawings and schematics
• Good ability to troubleshoot and solve problems
• Strong mathematical skills including Metric and English, measurement manipulation and computation with fractions.  Knowledge of statistics desired.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, organizational and communication skills

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products

   

Physical Job Description

• Typical Working Conditions: Office environment; bench top lab; assembly environment with some semi-automated manufacturing equipment; minimal use of mild reagents with mild to strong fumes; solder & resin fumes
• Equipment Used: Computer and office equipment; Microscope; computer; handheld magnification devices; small hand tools for metrology; testing and assembly equipment
• Essential Physical Tasks: Sitting for prolonged periods of time; lifting; eye strain; use of microscope and computer daily; hand dexterity required for the use of small metrology hand tools daily
   

We offer

• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)Company Paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance
• Salary Range: $ 83,000 - $95,000
• 401K Plan
• Spacious Work Facilities & Fun Work Environment
• LEMO requires an uncompromising commitment to QUALITY, EXCELLENCE, and INNOVATION. As such, we encourage and invest in each employee to promote responsibility, personal growth, and integrity.
• LEMO USA Inc is a privately owned Swiss company, located in Sonoma County among the rolling hills of Northern California's wine county, centrally located just 45 minutes north of San Francisco.
• EOE Statement: we are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
   

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