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Innerspace · 2 months ago

Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Marne, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Innerspace is seeking a hands-on Quality Engineer to ensure the highest standards of product quality for their metal-based premium medical furniture. This role involves developing quality control systems, conducting inspections, and collaborating with various teams to maintain and improve product quality throughout the lifecycle.

Health CareManufacturingMedical DeviceProduct Design

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain quality control systems for metal components and assembled medical furniture products

Collaborate with Value Stream Team to define and maintain critical-to-quality features and ensure design for manufacturability

Create and update control plans, inspection procedures, and work instructions to support robust manufacturing and assembly processes

Conduct incoming, in-process, and final inspections, including first article inspection, using standard measurement tools and methods

Support problem solving activities using tools such as 8D, 5-Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, etc

Oversee and manage non-conforming product investigations and documentation

Lead internal PPAP and supplier PPAP along with engineering changes

Provide support and training to operators and inspectors on inspection techniques and quality expectations

Collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality issues and improve incoming material quality

Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies

Qualification

Quality management systemsMetal fabrication processesLean Six SigmaAnalytical problem-solvingQuality management toolsLeadership skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Quality Management, or a related field

Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality or engineering, preferably within metal manufacturing processes such as laser cutting, forming and welding

Experience in developing and implementing quality systems

Strong understanding of quality management principles and methodologies

Proficiency with quality management tools and software

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Comfortable with calculated risk-taking

Ability to lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience in managing a fast-paced environment

Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams

Proven ability to work independently with minimal involvement from others

Strong knowledge of basic quality hand tools