Quality Engineer - Lincoln, NH

The Quality Engineer is responsible for providing Quality Assurance related support and guidance to the Lincoln Manufacturing Team. This will require direct supervision of Quality Inspectors and/or other employees. Associated duties will involve support in the areas of Manufacturing, Metal Finishing, Supplier Quality, Design, Customer Service, and New Product Development.

Monitor compliance with Burndy's Quality Policy and promote a culture with this approach while instilling a mentality of driving to root cause and implementing corrective and preventative actions.

Actively collaborating with senior management to guarantee that all company operations, products, and services consistently meet internal quality standards, while also adhering to any external customer specifications and relevant industry regulations concerning quality, safety, and product reliability.

Ensure proper quality control execution on product moves and new product implementation between the four Burndy sites.

Partner with Sourcing/Procurement teams to drive supplier quality improvement, including effective quality-driven supplier evaluation, feedback, RCA of issues, and follow-up.

Provide ongoing analytical and problem-solving support to plant management and customers on critical quality problems as directed.

Provide education and training to quality personnel and business leaders on quality principles, directives and Burndy specific Quality related policies.

Bachelor of Science with a focus on engineering, technology, or industrial science required. Other Degree path may apply with appropriate experience.

Experience in a manufacturing environment with relevant and progressive experience in Quality process employment, supervision, or support preferred.

Knowledge/experience with ISO9001 certification process, SAP knowledge, and experience with UL/CSA and other regulatory agencies preferred.

DMAIC/Six Sigma knowledge a plus, proficient in problem resolution.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, peers, customers and suppliers.

Ability to acquire a basic understanding of electrical and mechanical equipment, software and controls.

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, probability and statistical inference to practical situations. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Attentive to details and accuracy. Collaboration skills, ability to work in a team environment.

Strong communication skills across different levels of the organization.

Ability to travel (up to 10%).

Competencies

Conveying information in a clear and concise manner to ensure understanding, while actively listening to others feedback and input. Using communication skills to persuade or obtain the buy-in to accomplish specific work goals or tasks.

Continuous Improvement

Identifying improvement opportunities, generating ideas, and creating solutions. Taking action to implement solutions and measure effectiveness while continuously assessing other opportunities.

Customer Focus

Ensuring that the internal or external customer s perspective is a driving force behind strategic priorities, business decisions, organizational processes, and individual activities. Promoting and operationalizing customer service as a value that meets customers and Hubbell s needs.

Initiative and Drive

Setting expectations for your individual and/or team objectives. Taking prompt action to achieve those objectives. Proactively involving other internal and external partners to achieve desired results.

Planning, Organizing, and Decision Making

Using data and insights, establish an action plan for effective and efficient completion of assignments. Maintaining a holistic understanding of existing problems and opportunities to react quickly and determine an alternative course of action.