Job Description

The Quality Engineer position is an amazing opportunity to use a technical background and branch into the realm of quality assurance. This position offers cross-functional collaboration and direct communication with customers to find root causes to internal and external concerns.

The Quality Engineer supports all quality initiatives that will drive the business towards improved customer satisfaction. This includes working with the process engineering team to improve output. Responsibilities will focus on complaint management and analysis and multiple aspects of the company quality management systems. 

Essential Functions:

• Quality engineering – identifying and assisting in process enhancements for product quality improvement
• Root-cause investigation for internal non-conformances and follow-up/through on corrective actions
• Monitors and develops programs to ensure testing accuracy and efficiency, in collaboration with R&D and Manufacturing Operations (Process Engineering) as necessary
• Develops and analyzes statistical data and product specifications to determine quality standards
• Collect and analyze statistical data of raw material and finished product test results, and evaluate trends; trend analysis of finished product quality metrics for proactive actions based on analysis
• Drive scrap reduction and action plans collaborating with Process Engineering and Floor Leaders
• Develops Quality Improvement Plans for specific products
• Maintain process auditing schedule, especially for processes that affect product quality)
• Functions as back up to Quality Control Supervisor for 3 shifts, 5 FTE union employees
• Assists in calculating monthly SQC/1st Pass Rate review with Manufacturing Operations to identity product and process improvement opportunities.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in chemical engineering, material science;
• 2-5 years of previous work experience in a technical/R&D role,  quality assurance,  quality engineering. polymer processing background preferred.
• SQC analytical skills; statistical software (e.g., Minitab) experience a plus
• ISO 9001 background or have worked in such an environment
• Ability to work with polymer and material characterization instruments
• CQE certification or Lean/Six Sigma training preferred

What's in it for You:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance offered 
• Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Time
• 401(k) Safe Harbor Plan (quarterly )
• 401(k) Immediate vesting with Company match;
• Student Loan Pay Down/College Save Up Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fitness Reimbursement

AGC Chemicals Americas is a global subsidiary of AGC Inc., a multinational corporation and one of the world’s largest manufacturers of glass, electronic displays, and chemical products. Headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania, including a state-of-the-art technology center, AGC Chemicals Americas maintains manufacturing operations in nearby Thorndale, Pennsylvania, a satellite sales office in Sao Paulo, Brazil and warehouses located throughout North America.

AGCCA provides you with the opportunity to collaborate with great people. As part of a global company, you will gain an important international perspective and will be part of a network of thousands of colleagues worldwide while enjoying the small-company environment where you can see the impact of the company's success. 

AGCCA does not discriminate based upon race, color, sex, national origin or ancestry, religion, age disability, citizenship, marital status, military or veteran status, or any prohibited basis. This commitment applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including hiring, promotion, compensation, discipline, discharge, and any term or condition of employment. All employment decisions are made, and all personnel policies are constructed in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. All unlawful discrimination is prohibited.

This position does not support visa sponsorship.