Quality Engineer

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We create products that deliver energy savings and minimize environmental impact through the use of advanced technologies and tailored services.

CAREL USA, Inc. is an innovative, high-tech company that offers professional development and skills enhancement opportunities, both nationally and internationally working for CAREL means taking an active role in building the company’s success, and enjoying a professional experience that involves developing a spirit of initiative, a sense of responsibility and an aptitude to work within multicultural and change-oriented environment.

About CAREL:

Founded in 1973, CAREL is a world leader in control solutions for air-conditioning, refrigeration and heating, and systems for humidification and evaporative cooling. We design our products to bring energy savings and reduce the environmental impact of machinery and systems. Our solutions are used in commercial, industrial and residential applications.

Specifically, we have operations in the Americas (North, Central, and South), Asia Pacific, Africa and Europe; we have 18 fully-owned subsidiaries and 7 production sites, in addition to partners and distributors in a further 75 countries.

Our mission of high-efficiency solutions summarizes the model that CAREL has adopted, both the starting point and the final objective that enclose the entire process, from conception to production and marketing of our systems. Research, innovation, and technology are the keys to our success: for more than forty years, customer needs have been at the center of our design work, so as to offer elements of differentiation in terms of both functions and appearance.

Carel offers great medical, dental, and vision, and life insurance benefits, vacation, sick and personal time, along with a 401k plan.

Find out more about us: www.Carelusa.com

The Quality Engineer will be responsible for developing and maintaining the collection of data used to track company Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). They will review current systems to ensure data adequacy and usability, making revisions or implementing new data collection methods as needed. The Quality Engineer will also review inspection methods and processes, ensuring they provide an accurate representation of collected data and implementing improvements where necessary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Develop and maintain the collection of data used to track company KPIs.
• Review current data systems for adequacy and usability, making revisions or implementing new methods as needed.
• Analyze collected data to determine if KPIs are meeting requirements; implement corrective actions if necessary.
• Review and improve processes to ensure alignment with quality requirements, customer expectations, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Create reports, spreadsheets, graphs, and presentations to communicate data and analysis results effectively.
• Identify gaps between data/observations and quality requirements, and develop programs to close these gaps.
• Work to deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Develop detailed inspection plans for current and new products, focusing on key characteristics.
• Analyze Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) data and failure rates; follow up with production to implement necessary changes.
• Write and review work instructions, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
• Obtain or possess certification for ISO 9001 2015 Lead Auditor certification.
• Understand electrical wiring schematics, read drawings, and use inspection tooling (hand tools).
• Identify areas for improvement, provide documentation and costing for improvements, and implement approved changes.
• Collaborate effectively with multiple departments and possess strong communication skills.
• Any other similar or associated duties necessary to accomplish job objectives, or as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each ESSENTIAL DUTY satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Education - 4 year BS/BA degree in Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering, or related field or relevant experience.
• Experience – 5+ years’ experience as a Quality Engineer or similar role in a manufacturing environment with experience in electronics assembly, testing, fabrication. Hands-on experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and testing methodologies. In-depth understanding of technical documentation.
• Language and Communication Skills - Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, and technical procedures. Talking to others to convey information effectively. Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Reasoning Ability- 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.
• Organizational Support--Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values.
• Strategic Thinking--Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses.
• Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance
• Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Independence — The ability to work on their own and make decisions.
• Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems
• Problem Solving — Identifying problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Computer Knowledge - Proficiency in MS Office (Excel and Word). Knowledge of Google suite of application, Adobe, Oracle is preferred.
• Teamwork/Collaboration - Working as part of a team and the ability to demonstrate interpersonal skills along with excellent verbal and written communication. Steady, collaborative personality.
• Attention to Detail - Ability to read and interpret purchasing related documents and working with details on a daily basis for prolonged periods of time.