Magnera Corporation · 1 hour ago
Quality Engineer
Old Hickory, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expMagnera Corporation is dedicated to providing material solutions that help partners thrive. The Quality Engineer will be responsible for ensuring supplier quality, maintaining quality systems, and leading continuous improvement initiatives within the organization.
Consumer Goods
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance to all safety policies and procedures. Establish, support and maintain a “safety first” culture
Maintains supplier quality systems, supplier audits, compliance requirements, etc
Supports and investigates situations in which line/equipment stoppage occurs due to perceived, imminent safety risk
Actively leads risk assessment activities for their area of responsibility by driving prioritized corrective and preventative actions to eliminate/reduce environmental, health or safety risks
Implement statistical based problem solving methods through the use of Six Sigma practices, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
Monitor process capability thru stastical analysis of lab data and make recommendations for changes to product specifications
Determines quality improvement parameters by identifying statistical methods relevant to manufacturing processes
Initiates process improvement projects to increase efficiency, reduce costs, simplify processes and improve quality
Supports process and test method validation activities by developing and executing protocols for new or existing processes
Develops and implements methods and procedures for disposition of nonconforming material and ensures that effective root cause analysis is conducted; tracks implementation of corrective/preventive actions
Interfaces with customers and vendors to provide technical support for our products and assures quality of incoming materials
Supports research and development and manufacturing departments to ensure successful transition of products and processes from design to production
Prepares reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data
Maintain a database for product and supplier specifications and review as needed
Compiles and writes training material and conducts training sessions on quality control activities
Involvement in ISO Quality Management Systems requirements and audits
Participates in supplier audits and supply feedback for continuous improvement
Validate information, reports, practices, changes for effectiveness and accuracy
Meets/exceeds quality metrics and goals of claims vs. sales
Participate in employee involvement programs such as project teams, committees, and internal training
Effectively interact with all internal functional job levels and with external agencies and resources in order to maximize the effectiveness of the quality assurance program
Partners with EHS&S for site regulatory compliance
Maintain and increase professional knowledge and expertise related to the quality assurance field
Support and maintain a culture of continuous improvement, quality, high performance and process excellence
Maintains a team effort attitude and approach
Other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
BS degree in Quality Management, Engineering or related field or equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities
Minimum 3 years' experience in a quality engineer role
Manufacturing experience preferably extrusion, textiles or paper
Detailed knowledge of the company and product technologies, data analysis skills, broad understanding of related technologies
Detailed knowledge of ISO 9001: Quality Management Systems and other registration bodies like CCMC, AASHTO, etc
Strong Statistical Analysis skills using Excel and Minitab
Demonstrated knowledge of Internal Auditing Requirements
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of standard office machines and computer software including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Sound organizational skills and work habits
Situational Leadership skills and strong personal accountability to achieve goals
Ability to be a change agent and drive results
Strong personal accountability to achieve goals and develops this in others through effective coaching and delegation
Proactively develops plans for improvement and effectively communicates and sells those plans to others
Ability to deliver committed performance indicators. Initiates corrective action, anticipates issues, and develops contingency plans
Strong organizational skill to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Considers and formulates new ways to exceed company objectives
Takes responsibility for actions, respects confidentiality, completes commitments on time, and uses data to support decisions
Effective communication skills, written and oral, including presentation skills, technical and program writing, and the ability to communicate with all levels of management and employees
Balances team and individual responsibilities
Recognizes accomplishments of other associates
Offers constructive feedback and advice to fellow associates in a tactful manner
Accepts and considers feedback and advice to enhance probability of desired outcomes
Partners and works effectively across all functions and levels
Works effectively with others to achieve performance goals
Effectively promotes teamwork and possesses strong teambuilding skills
Speaks and writes clearly and persuasively. Responds well to questions. Employs active listening skills
Demonstrates strong group presentation skills; Presents information, ideas, conclusions and abstract concepts concisely and effectively
Can interface effectively with customers, vendors, contractors and senior leaders
Gathers and analyzes information skillfully and efficiently
Prioritizes and identifies causal connections, related issues and actionable alternatives
Applies practical criteria to decision alternatives in order to choose course of action
Considers and articulates implications for implementation
Champions change initiatives as needed
Adapts to shifts in marketplace and to organizational change as required
Continually improves knowledge of suppliers and technologies
Connects all decisions and activities to people, customers, strategic initiatives, and the P&L
Ability to work outside normal business hours to include evenings, nights, and weekends
Ability to maintain confidentiality as needed
Ability to motivate people for involvement, cooperation and compliance
Strong personal accountability to achieve
Takes responsibility for actions, respects confidentiality, completes commitments on time, and uses data to support decisions
Self-motivated to improve processes and performance. Can adapt and reapply new ideas and methods to improve team/plant performance
Presents information clearly and concisely. Listens well and asks the right questions. Can interface effectively with customers, vendors, contractors and senior leaders
Ability to deliver committed performance indicators. Initiates corrective action, anticipates issues, and develops contingency plans
Uses data and proven methods to analyze, troubleshoot, and develop solutions to problems
Preferred
Certified Quality Engineer a plus
Six Sigma certification preferred (green or black belt)
Working knowledge of manufacturing industry (non-woven or textile-related preferred)
Company
Magnera Corporation
Magnera Corporation (NYSE: MAGN) serves 1,000+ customers worldwide, offering a wide range of material solutions, including components for absorbent hygiene products, protective apparel, wipes, specialty building and construction products, and products serving the food and beverage industry.
5001-10000 employees
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