Valmont Industries, Inc. · 7 hours ago
Quality Engineer
Claremore, OK
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expValmont Industries, Inc. is a Fortune 1000 company focused on advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure. They are seeking a Quality Engineer to identify and mitigate risks related to quality specifications, serve as a liaison for quality issues, and lead quality improvement processes.
Consumer Goods
Responsibilities
Identifies and eliminates and/or mitigates risks as they pertain to achieving codes, engineering specifications, and customer specifications. This includes ensuring proper processes and procedures are documented, implemented, and executed
Serves as a quality liaison between QA, supply chain, operations, and design engineering when quality problems exist that affect product quality
Interprets Valmont quality requirements, including but not limited to, quality management system (QMS) documents, specifications, engineering prints and specifications, and external standards (e.g., AISC, ASTM, AWS)
Leads and participates in formal problem-solving events. This includes leading team members who do not report to the QE position
Drives quality improvement processes using the appropriate tools (PFMEA’s, process flow charts, control plans, capability studies, part layouts, MSA/Gage R&R, SPC, etc.) as required
Utilizes LEAN principles to minimize waste as it pertains to QC activities
May be called upon to define quality processes for new product introduction
Lead quality teams through process improvement events
Develop, communicate, and implement best practices as they pertain to quality
Interface with customers as needed to eliminate any nonconformance. This may, at times, include jobsite visits
Work directly with QA and Operations management to establish quality metrics and ensure the metrics are achieved
Seek cost savings opportunities related to quality improvements
Prepare and report quality activity updates for management to keep them apprised of quality initiatives and concerns
Participate in customer specification reviews
Conducts business on behalf of the Company in full compliance with the laws of the many jurisdictions in which we operate
Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Ability to occasionally lift to 50 pounds, although most frequent lift is up to 20 pounds
Ability to perform manual labor while in the field, wear all necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and work in an environment where there is exposure to various weather elements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's with 3+ years of relevant experience or an Associate's degree with 5+ years of relevant experience or 9+ years of relevant experience
Experience working in quality assurance or quality control
Six Sigma Green Belt certification
In-depth understanding and practical application of statistics as they relate to quality such as sampling plans, data analysis, SPC, process capability analysis, etc
Proficient with Six Sigma tools such as pFMEA, CP, root cause analysis, MSA, etc
Ability to utilize MiniTab or equivalent statistical analysis software
Ability to read and interpret engineering prints and specifications
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to lead projects involving cross-functional team members including mid-level managers
Ability with work with people at all levels throughout the organization, as well as certifying body auditors
Ability to work directly with customers as needed to support quality efforts
Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, as well as organizational and follow-up skills
Proven ability to create and deliver effective group presentations and training
Meticulous attention to detail
Ability to work autonomously
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Ability to perform manual labor while in the field, including lifting 50 pounds and working in an environment where there is exposure to weather elements
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years of relevant experience in a metals manufacturing environment which includes structural welding
Five years of experience working with QA or QC
Experience in metals fabrication including structural welding
Relevant manufacturing experience as it pertains to transmission, distribution, traffic and lighting, communication, and substation products
Knowledge and experience working with DOT certification requirements by state jurisdiction
Experience dealing with customers and auditing agencies
Detailed understanding of AISC, ISO, and DOT requirements
6-Sigma Green, Black or Master Black Belt
Experienced in MiniTab
NDT experience - particularly VT, MT, and UT
Benefits
Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
401k retirement plan with company match
Paid time off
Employer paid life insurance
Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
Work Life Support
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more
Company
Valmont Industries, Inc.
For nearly 80 years, Valmont has been a global leader that provides products and solutions to support vital infrastructure and advance agricultural productivity.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Ellen Dasher
Vice President, Global Taxation
Andy Massey
Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary
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