Quality Engineer (REQ743)

• Spartech, LLC headquartered in Maryland Heights, Missouri is a leading manufacturing organization in the Custom Sheet & Roll Stock and Packaging markets with over a dozen locations throughout the United States. We have a broad customer base with extensive product offerings and technologies. Many of our materials are used in products you might see every day— for example if you start your morning with a single serve yogurt, the container you ate from may be made from one of Spartech’s products or the refrigerator where the yogurt was stored could have Spartech products in its interior features. More unique uses of our products can be seen in military or security applications for example in fighter jet canopies or bullet resistant windows. From routine daily-life to life-saving applications—we make a difference. Our broad scope of products and services keep our environment interesting and challenging with a culture focused on success. If you want to make a difference in a fast-paced environment with a company large enough to offer you room to grow but not so large that you become “just a number”, Spartech might be the ideal company for you.

GENERAL SUMMARY

In the Acrylics division at Stamford, we are looking for a quality engineer to join our team. The Quality Engineer will oversee and enhance our Quality Management System to continue meeting our customers’ expectations and comply with ISO9001. Candidates must have attention to detail, so they can properly identify any potential or existing flaws in our processes and procedures. They must also have effective multitasking skills and the ability to successfully perform under pressure in a manufacturing environment. Spartech promotes a cross-function team environment in the facility as well as across the acrylics division. They must show a commitment to continuous improvement to thrive in this dynamic role. This position will be key in affecting KPIs and bringing about tangible improvements. Spartech provides ample opportunity to evolve and grow within the organization.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provision of site QC leadership and support for internal and external conformance audits. This includes ISO9000 compliance and audit support for the plant.

• Design, implement, and support quality control plans, procedures, and inspection systems, as necessary to ensure quality standards and specifications are being met.

• Oversee quality control of products through the value stream. The candidate will be the quality representative for inspection, QA holds, A3s, CAPAs, and production meetings.

• Enhance a team environment by encouraging communication, involvement, and empowerment of cross functional team members.

• Perform data analysis, trend identifications, and improvement recommendations to achieve KPI targets and goals.

• Troubleshoot problems, provide technical support, and facilitate corrective actions to resolve quality issues.

• Lead customer material returns and internal rejects, ensuring proper RCCA using various methods. (Root Cause Analysis, 8D, customer response support).

• Support Continuous Improvement projects & Kaizen events from a quality perspective. This includes projected charters, calculating paybacks, and describing expected impacts on KPIs.

• Supplier quality development and performance monitoring.

• Supplier Quality Audits

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Aerospace, Materials, Biomedical) from an accredited university.
• At least (5) years of experience in Quality (2 years may be in an equivalent field and/or working cross-functionally with Quality in a manufacturing environment)

• 6-Sigma green belt or black belt certified preferred.
• ASQ CQE and/or CQM Certified preferred.
• Track record of implementation and maintenance of QMS.
• Proficiency in quality management systems such as ISO 9001 (AS9100 preferred). Solid understanding of QMS principles and their implementation.
• Strong analytical skills to assess data, identify trends, and make informed decisions. Aptitude in the use of statistical tools to analyze quality metrics and drive process improvements.
• Regulatory Compliance understanding: Familiarity with industry-specific regulations and standards is essential. Stay updated on standards changes to ensure compliance and adherence.
• Effective communication in leadership meetings. Enthusiastic in sharing and inspiring team members to grow in the Spartech LEAN 6-Sigma and continuous improvement culture.
• Firm understanding of GD&T (datum schemes and tolerancing of products & gauging) prefe