Quality Engineer - Heredia, Costa Rica - HUBER+SUHNER

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Your tasks

Directly responsible for ensuring all quality standards for products are met prior to shipment to customer
Uses advanced problem solving skills to Investigate, conducts tests or experiments in resolving product performance issues. Conducts thorough root cause investigation and is responsible to drive implementation of corrective action and preventive measures
Directly responsible for customer complaint reduction of Huber Suhner products
Monitor, review, approve or reject supplier, internal and external corrective actions
Perform verification and effectiveness reviews of corrective actions
Coordinate and facilitate Customer Source Inspections
Makes independent risk based decision when faced with releasing non-conforming products.
Lead ongoing process improvement efforts to ensure design, manufacturing and quality methodologies are effective, efficient, standardized and integrated
Employ 8D 5Why's and other Lean tools to enhance Quality and productivity. Participate in Lean activities including Kaizen events, 6S audits
Initiate and lead efforts in implementing Poka-Yoke tools and fixtures in production line to build quality products which eliminate customer complaints
Evaluate our current-state approach and results, and define and implement innovative approaches to improve quality through the introduction of new technologies, systems, methods and controls
Participate in ongoing process improvement efforts to ensure design, manufacturing and quality methodologies are effective, efficient, standardized and integrated
Efficient use of risk management tools, statistical methods, design and process control activities, and sound verification and validation test planning to help drive quality upfront in new product development
Perform AS9102 or equivalent FAIRs for customers
Develops and initiates standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation, utilizing knowledge in mechanical and electrical engineering fields
Devises sampling procedures and develops forms and instructions for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability data
Support efforts to facilitate quality systems compliance and certifications
Compiles and writes training material, SOP's, and QC Criteria as required
Conduct internal Quality system audits and be involved with CAPA projects
Conduct training sessions on quality control activities to help develop skills
Other relevant duties as assigned

Your profile

Education:
degree in a mechanical or electrical engineering discipline
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer a plus
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification a plus

Experience:
Minimum of 3 years' experience in a Quality oriented role within a manufacturing environment (Certified to ISO, AS, or IATF preferred)

Skills/Knowledge: Solid communication skills, able to work effectively in cross functional teams
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings. Experience in Solid works or Catia is a plus
Excellent interpersonal skills to lead teams and drive projects to successful closure
Effective written and oral English communication, Level B %) or higher
Formulate and maintain quality control objectives
Demonstrate accuracy, attention to detail and ability to work well in team environment.
Exercise initiative, achievement and independent judgment.
High ability to multi-task and perform under pressure
Must be willing to travel 10%

Personal Qualifications:
Ability to handle change effectively
Customer focus and an ability to manage customers and peers with tact and diplomacy
Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds; ability to exercise cultural awareness and sensitivity

Physical/Mental Abilities:
Must have the physical and mental abilities needed to perform all essential tasks listed; reasonable accommodations may be made to help the job holder perform essential tasks
Must be able to work and respond well under sometimes stressful and demanding work conditions

Why HUBER+SUHNER?

Stability,sustainability and a valued corporate culture make HUBER+SUHNER a great placeto work We are committed to balancing work and family life for all generationsof employees throughout their career and life journey. Our company, employeesand leaders are committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusionand connectedness.