Quality Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION


TITLE: QUALITY ENGINEER (MACHINE SHOP)

SUMMARY:

Responsible for determining appropriate inspection techniques for each part/process and also responsible to ensure that all Quality processes are being met as per VES standards. This individual will be responsible for line inspection activity in Machine shop, focuses on enhancing quality systems through continual improvement, utilizing advanced quality and lean principles. Follows company safety policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Maintains quality control objectives and coordinates objectives with production procedures in cooperation with production supervisors to maximize product reliability and minimize costs.
• Responsible for line inspection activity in machine shop and to perform incoming raw material inspection, like visual, dimension. Raw material MTC verification as per specification & Standard like API 5CT Q1.
• Responsible for maintaining inspection report.
• To verify that all parts meet required specifications by using measuring equipment (micrometer, caliper, thread gauges). Keeping records of Rejection, Rework and Inspection.
• Responsible for maintaining Process traceability & Quality Status. Monitor the use of equipment to ensure it is safe and well maintained.
• Holds reviews of corrective actions, evaluates against benchmarks, and develops, communicates, and executes action plans for improvement. Analyzes conformance and compliance data on an on-going basis and develops recovery plans as needed.
• Records inspection results in an accurate and timely manner.
• Inspects all stages up to final assembly and inspection of finished products. Conducts visual inspection of products before departure to final customer.
• Performs other duties and participates in special projects as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Competencies (skills & abilities)

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees or organization.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Education & Knowledge:

• B. Tech / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• Knowledge of Machine Shop (CNC, Lathe, VMC, Drilling etc operations (Turning, Drilling, milling etc).
• Knowledge of Contour Inspection.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
• Instrument handling knowledge of both matric & inch system and understanding of drawing.
• Read and comprehend requirements of the QMS including client specifications, procedural requirements, and other quality standards and documentation.

Work Experience:

• Minimum 2-3 Years experience in line inspection activity in machine shop, should not be more than 5 years.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: A - Work Environment B - Physical Demands C - Travel
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Willingness to work in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment.
This role may require working in shifts, including weekends and holidays, depending on the production schedule. The position involves working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, heat, and other conditions typical of such settings.
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.