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Location: Minnesota
Job type: Permanent
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Sector: Quality Control & Assurance
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Work for our premier client who is a leader in their industry. This is a great opportunity to grow with for a Fortune 500, multi-billion dollar company who has won numerous awards including: Forbes 2017 America’s Best Large Employers. Glassdoor 2018 Best Places to Work, and 2018 World’s Most Ethical Companies
Your primary will be employing Six Sigma Black Belt expertise to continuously improve safety, quality, business, and manufacturing processes with an emphasis on eliminating process waste. The Senior Quality Engineer will design new processes and re-engineer existing processes to produce outcomes that meet safety, quality, and business expectations.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
* Support housekeeping and safety
* Facilitate and train employee teams in process improvement techniques
* Assist in the identification and implementation of six-sigma projects
* Lead teams in applying the six sigma DMAIC methodology to eliminate waste
* Apply the following basic process improvement tools within the six sigma DMAIC improvement model: Project Charter, Process Map, Thought Process Map, Pareto Chart, Trend Chart, Fishbone Diagram, 5-Why Analysis, Histogram, SPC, FMEA, Benchmarking, Brainstorming, 5S, Correlation Analysis, Error-proofing, Cpk, Ppk, Corrective Action Matrix, and Continual Improvement Control Plans
* Design and improve process inputs to gain desired outcome
* Improve processes to reduce common cause variability and eliminate special cause
* Annual ROIC expectation is $150,000 achieved via process improvement
* Establish control plans to prevent process backsliding for consolidation of gains
* Perform process capability studies internally and externally
* Analyze process constraints and develop standards to overcome constraints
* Ability to effectively manage large process improvement projects using MS Project software
* Revise procedures for process improvement
* Investigate/analyze and benchmark industry practices for process validation assessments
* Implement effective corrective and preventative actions utilizing structured planning methods
* Coordinate and work cross-functionally with Employee Teams, Quality, Engineering, Contracts, Sales and Manufacturing to improve processes
* Must proactively plan and execute plans in accordance with established time constraints
* Minimal travel as required. Once per month on average for a duration of 1-3 days
* Must be willing to complete additional advanced training/educational courses as required
* Accurately maintain company records and documents in accordance with policies and procedures
Required Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in Quality, Business, Operations Management, or related field
* 3 plus years of related work experience
* Must obtain a six sigma certification and CQE
Preferred Qualifications:
* Must interpret basic technical drawings including characteristics such as views, title blocks, dimensioning, GD&T symbols, etc. Interpret specification requirements in relation to product and process characteristics
* Must have experience with and be able to exhibit the use of structured problem solving techniques utilizing computer applications
* Advanced training/experience in the use of statistical techniques and process improvement methods
* ASQ Certified Quality Engineer certification (or equivalent) required within eight (8) months of filling this position
* MS Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, Lotus Notes email, Visio, Statistical software, and JDE experience is recommended and will be mandatory within three (3) months in this position
Why Should I Apply?
Best in class benefits package including:
* Medical Coverage on 1st day of employment
* Fantastic opportunities for career advancement
* Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
* 401k Match .50 on every dollar up to 6%
* Wellness Program
* 16 days of vacation within 1st year
* Education Reimbursement options
* Nationally recognized most ethical company in 2017
In addition, our client offers excellent growth opportunities and room for advancement.
About STS Technical Services:
STS Technical Services places Mechanics, Engineers, veterans and technical professionals into contract and direct hire positions across the U.S. We work with some of the largest corporate names in the country, and we have hundreds of opportunities for you to explore!
STS Technical Services is an equal opportunity employer.
If you have questions, please contact an STS Recruiter at. Otherwise, all interested applicants are encouraged to apply directly on this page.
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