Engineer, Quality 3
Day & ZimmermannAbout the role
About Day and Zimmermann
At our Day & Zimmermann Munitions Plants, we know the stakes and We do what we say! ® We’re the team working behind the scenes to make sure our nation’s front lines have safe, high-quality ammunition. As a trusted premier manufacturer of ammunition to the U.S. Military, some of our capabilities range from production of direct and indirect fire, components, to special projects and beyond. With more than 120 years of experience behind us, it’s no surprise that our teams consistently exceed expectations! Come join in on our purpose – We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customers power and improve the world! https://dayzim.com
Job Summary
Responsibilities
- Provides direct Quality Engineering support to assigned programs. Plans and executes innovative, problem and defect prevention/process improvement methods. Applies statistics to problem solving and reports. Applies knowledge of military and other technical specifications to prevent, correct and resolve quality related problems with suppliers of purchased materials, customer and/or government supplied materials. 45%
- Coordinates Quality Management System (QMS) related functions, relays instruction regarding use of inspection methods, quality tools, (FMEA, process mapping, Root Cause analysis, SPC, and Inspection equipment use. 20%
- Prepares plans, executes projects, and delivers reports for quality engineering projects which are required for proper implementation and incorporation of quality into related programs. 10%
- Receives and reviews technical data for assigned programs, prepares and maintains necessary documentation to support the QMS. 10%
- Responsible for all First Article Testing and product inspection for supplied parts and ammunition items in assigned programs 10%
- Prepares required reports and assures appropriate supporting records are maintained. And any additional duties assigned. 5%
KSAs (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
- Thorough understanding of safe operating procedures and ability to communicate same to employees and hold them accountable to following them.
- Effective communication skills that enable cross disciplinary team building and effective solicitation of necessary support to keep the line running.
- Problem solving skills focused on solutions and involving all ideas from all employees.
- Knowledge of known biases and ability to set them aside as they consistently implement all company policies
- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) Quality, Technical or Engineering field Required
- 5+ years related experience Required
Candidates may be required to satisfy additional job-related requirements, including those established and controlled by third parties, as part of the selection process.
Compensation and Benefits
In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the wage range for this role is $80,640 - $120,960. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).
Essential Functions
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