Job Description

Description

Welch Fluorocarbon, Inc., a UFP Technologies Company is currently looking to fill the role of Quality Engineer. Since 1985, Welch Fluorocarbon has specialized in providing thermoformed and heat-sealed products to a variety of customers utilizing the best, thin, high-performance films. Our corporate culture is a true team environment where there is a presence of clear purpose, the strength of real community and the celebration of individual creativity. The foundation of our culture is based on the core ideology of balance.  

Essential Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing the quality aspects of materials and services provided by external suppliers.
• Conducting supplier audits, and collaborating with suppliers to address quality issues.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement solutions for defective materials.
• Ensure suppliers adhere to regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Lead root cause investigations with Engineering and Manufacturing Teams, see a CAR from open to close.
• Perform employee training on quality procedures and processes.
• Assist Quality Team Leader with Quality Management System gap analysis, process mapping activities and other continuous improvement projects.
• Work with Engineering to develop/change/improve measurement methods and production processes to implement Lean practices.
• Statistical Analysis of Manufacturing Data (SPC from ERP system).
• Implement additional capabilities within ERP system for quality processes.
• Conduct Internal Quality Audits as assigned. 
• Create and maintain quality documents (control plans, QMS docs, etc.).
• Communicate with customers and suppliers as needed.
• Back up Quality Technician.
• Back up Quality Assurance Specialist. 
• Additional projects or tasks requested by Team Leader as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quality Engineering or relevant discipline.
• 2-5 years’ experience in a Lean Manufacturing Environment.
• Medical device sector experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP Manufacturing Systems, Document Control.
• Proficient in MS office with heavy us of word and excel.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to stand; walk; sit; lift.; bend; reach; carry; stoop; kneel.
• Use hand and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; speak; or hear. 
• To have sufficient visual acuity (with correction if necessary) to see small parts, part defects, and read computer monitors/documentation.
• Noise level is moderate to high.
• Able to work in conditions of high heat and humidity for several hours at a time.

Eligibility to Work:

• Must be able to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form.
• Must be able to pass a Background Check.