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Quality Engineer

Prysmian Group

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Duquoin, IL
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Job Description

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Job Overview:

Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the company manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.

We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us

About the role:

The Quality Engineer will be responsible to assure that all products produced and shipped conform to all applicable specifications and quality levels established by the company and the customer.

Reporting to the Quality Manager, the Quality Engineer is responsible to establish, implement, direct, and maintain Quality Assurance and Scrap Control programs and procedures throughout the various stages of manufacturing to assure a finished product with the highest quality possible and while keeping material scrap at a minimum. This position is also responsible for maintaining the plant's ISO initiative and direct contact with customers and UL representatives.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform all duties conformance to the appropriate safety standards.
  • Support and maintain all procedures to ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 Program.
  • Maintain database to provide analyzed data reports as necessary to aid in production control, as well as compliance with established product specifications for customers.
  • Manage the Internal Audit Process and the Customer Claims Process.
  • Oversee calibration systems for all equipment needing internal or external calibration services.
  • Review and compare all published General Cable Corporation design specifications, customer, UL, and CSA specifications and maintenance of quality levels for internal and customer review.
  • Conducts audits for all test equipment, and manufacturing equipment for conformance with corporate safety regulations.
  • Interfaces customer and regulatory agency inspection representatives during scheduled and non-scheduled plant visits. Develops a thorough knowledge of the documentation associated with the various inspections and communicates to the plant.
  • Investigates returned materials due to quality complaints as requested and insures the necessary corrective action is initiated to prevent recurrence.
  • Consider energy efficiency in the purchase, upgrading and installation of equipment.
  • Required to operate in an ISO environment which may have specific requirements related to quality, safety, environmental or energy management.
  • Perform other reasonable assigned tasks by Direct Management and Customers.

Who are we looking for?

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering / industrial technology or a relevant field (Strong relevant experience in lieu of a degree will be considered must have HS Diploma or GED at the minimum)
  • 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing quality focused role
  • A results driven individual who has demonstrated ability working in a high-performance manufacturing environment.
  • Knowledge of process controls and product quality planning techniques such as Gauge R&R, SPC, VSM, and Control Plans.
  • Must have experience developing SOP’s, work instructions and other supporting documents to address process and ISO requirements.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in conducting risk management activities including Process Diagram, Cpk/Ppk studies and PFMEA.
  • Must be able to manage multiple, complex tasks and deal easily with pressure on a day in and day out basis.
  • Must be able to motivate, communicate and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Critical thinker, with excellent analytical abilities.
  • Good written and oral communication skills.
  • Solid planning, leadership, and administrative skills.
  • High energy, demonstrates urgency and fast pace.
  • Good understanding of business principles and practices; can effectively manage the manufacturing function with a bottom line result.

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Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.


All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian’s commitments.

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