Watts is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to provide leadership in quality assurance, ensuring Watts consistently meets or exceeds customer requirements through compliance and continuous improvement. This position works closely with New Product Development teams to accelerate speed-to-market without compromising quality.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in applying and implementing total quality concepts within manufacturing environment.
- Experience in the new product development process.
- Prior experience with the implementation and use of statistical process control and advanced analytical techniques.
- Comprehensive knowledge of engineering, Lean Six Sigma and quality principles, concepts, practices, and theories.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and statistical packages.
- Working knowledge of auto-CAD or other design-related software, along with experience in basic Metrology and Calibration.
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
Responsibilities
- Active participation in Stage Gate Process.
- Oversee the stage gate process for pragmatic adherence and gap closure.
- Engage in supplier, distribution, and factory process development to ensure flawless product launch and conforming ongoing serial production.
- Conduct root cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and follow up.
- Conduct Process Failure Mode and Effect Analyses (PFMEAs).
- Utilize the RCCA tracking system to maintain a credible corrective action board.
- Implement robust error-proofing across the factory.
Other
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or related business field is required.
- Ability to collaborate with customer and supplier representatives regarding all quality-related issues.
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
- Punctuality and dependability.
