Quality Engineer
- Youtag Infotech
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- Bengaluru
- 1 day ago
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- Job description of Quality Engineer A quality engineer plays a critical role in ensuring that products and processes meet established quality standards and customer expectations . They are responsible for implementing quality control systems, identifying and resolving quality issues, and driving continuous improvement throughout the product lifecycle. Here's a breakdown of the typical responsibilities, skills, and qualifications associated with a Quality Engineer role: Key responsibilities
- Develop and implement quality standards and systems: This involves defining quality metrics, designing inspection and testing procedures, and ensuring compliance with industry standards like ISO 9001:2015.
- Monitor and analyze quality performance: Quality engineers regularly inspect and test materials, equipment, processes, and products to ensure they meet specifications. They identify defects, track quality metrics like defect rates and rework levels, and report on malfunctions.
- Investigate and troubleshoot quality issues: They lead investigations into product defects or production problems, determine the root causes using tools like 8D or 5 Whys, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams: Quality engineers work closely with various departments, including production, engineering, design, and supply chain, to embed quality controls into workflows and resolve issues efficiently.
- Ensure compliance and manage documentation: They ensure that workflows, processes, and products comply with safety regulations and quality management system requirements (e.g., TS 16949). They also prepare detailed reports on quality standards, malfunctions, and corrective actions.
- Drive continuous improvement: Quality engineers promote and participate in continuous improvement activities, utilizing methodologies like Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing to optimize processes, reduce waste, and enhance product durability and performance.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills: Essential for identifying the root causes of issues and developing effective solutions.
- Attention to detail: Critical for meticulously designing quality systems, conducting inspections, and identifying even minor flaws.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills: Needed for effective collaboration with internal teams, suppliers, and customers.
- Technical expertise: A strong background in engineering principles relevant to the industry, including knowledge of quality management systems (QMS), statistical process control (SPC), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Root Cause Analysis methods.
- Computer proficiency: Familiarity with quality management software, statistical analysis tools (like Minitab), and possibly CAD software.
- Teamwork and leadership skills: Ability to work effectively within a team and lead quality initiatives across different departments.
- Education: A Bachelor's degree in Quality, Industrial, Mechanical, or a related Engineering discipline is typically required. Some positions may prefer candidates with a Master's degree.
- Experience: Most quality engineer roles require 2-5 years of experience in quality engineering, quality assurance, or a similar role, often within a manufacturing environment. Senior positions may require 5 or more years of experience.
- Certifications: Certifications like CQE (Certified Quality Engineer), Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, or ISO Lead Auditor are preferred or may be required for certain roles.
- Other Requirements: Strong communication, interpersonal, collaboration, analytical, and problem-solving skills are essential. Experience with using quality assurance tools and processes, operating CMMs, familiarity with coding, calculi, and statistical analyses, and knowledge of technical documentation and testing methodologies are also frequently mentioned.
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Employement Type: Full timeIndustry: Engineering / ConstructionRole Category: Site Engineering / Project ManagementFunctional Area: Not SpecifiedRole/Responsibilies: Quality EngineerContact Details:
Company: Youtag InfotechLocation(s): Bengaluru+ View Contact
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