Phoenix Contact USA · 1 day ago
Quality Specialist
Phoenix Contact USA is seeking a Quality Specialist to oversee and enhance quality assurance processes. The role involves leading continuous improvement efforts, developing inspection procedures, and ensuring compliance with quality standards.
Industrial Automation
Responsibilities
Leads the execution of continuous improvement efforts
Develops and implements inspection and test procedures in accordance with established specifications
Oversees the maintenance and calibration of inspection and testing equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability
Conducts comprehensive analyses (e.g., failure analysis, root cause analysis) and tests (e.g., nondestructive, destructive) of materials, components, and/or assemblies
Prepares summaries and trend analyses of quality issues, providing recommendations for corrective and preventive actions
Supports and contributes to the Phoenix Contact Quality Management System (QMS), including documentation, record keeping, and compliance
Participates in and leads design reviews and failure mode reviews
Conducts quality audits for processes and products, ensuring compliance with internal and external standards
Other duties as assigned by the Manager
Qualification
Required
Associate degree preferred; Relevant fields of study include Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Business, etc
3 (+) years of relevant work experience preferred
Knowledge of and skill with inspection and testing equipment
Knowledge of ISO 9001
Ability to interpret and use engineering drawings and technical documentation
Relevant American Society for Quality (ASQ) certification(s) (e.g., CQT, CQA, etc.)
IPC A-600 and A-610 certifications
Experience in electronics and soldering operations
Error-proofing knowledge
Knowledge of SAP or other enterprise-wide management software
Prior work experience in a manufacturing environment
Able to lift at least 35 pounds
Able to use pallet jack with 300-pound load
Able to use portable staircase and climb to 12-foot heights
Able to carry 20 pound/ 3 cubic feet boxes up and down portable staircase
Able to push 4-wheeled cart with 100-pound load
Able to work 8 hours overtime a week, if required
Able to stand or sit continually for two hours without break
Able to use computer for two hours at a time without break
Good color vision
Must be able to speak, understand and write in English
Willing to travel for training 1 or 2-day sessions a few times a year
Willing to travel to other Phoenix Contact sites once a year for training
Willing to travel to local suppliers a few times a year
Regular and on-time attendance
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401k matching
Generous time off package
16 weeks fully paid maternity leave & 10 weeks fully paid paternity leave
Life insurance
Short & long-term disability
On-site gym access
Health & wellbeing center
On-site café
Walking trails
Tuition assistance
Company
Phoenix Contact USA
About Phoenix Contact Phoenix Contact is a global market leader based in Germany.
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