Quality Engineer II

Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive. We are making a positive impact every day as our solutions enrich the lives of people everywhere. We have been providing breakthrough thermal solutions for over 100 years! Our corporate values guide us uncompromisingly to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone, and lead with service and humility.Key ResponsibilitiesUnderstand and follow all organization and department safety policies and procedures.Read and interpret customer specifications and drawings for complex products and implement them into business processes, products, and processes.Lead Material Review and Corrective Action BoardsParticipate in and Lead Internal, Agency, and Customer Audits and Plan and Schedule AuditsFrequent interaction with suppliers and customers, represent site in recurring Customer meetings, present corrective action results to Customers and coach Suppliers on Issue Resolution and Corrective ActionsLead, Facilitate, and Train others on Problem Solving Methods (PPS, A3, 8D)Perform Measurement System Analysis. Attend weekly Opportunity Review and Engineering Change Board meetings to ensure Watlow’s change control requirements conform to requirements.Complete Product Failure Analysis and Reporting.Provide coaching and feedback to less experienced engineers and techniciansPartner with other functional team members to ensure products and services are delivered to customers defect freeLead actions to eliminate waste (defects, scrap, rework)Provide quality leadership and support to production cells and business processes.Identify and Implement Improvements to Quality Management System and Watlow Business System ProcessesOther responsibilities as required.Required QualificationsU.S. CitizenshipBachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience.Well organized and maintains a detail-oriented mindsetWork well within Team Environment and lead project teams formally or informally.Excellent Written and Verbal Communication SkillsProficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.Mastery in the use of various measurement tools/gauges, electrical equipment, temperature & power controls, temperature sensors, and fluid control devicesAble to be work under immediate supervision of a more experienced employees or manager and coach/mentor less experienced employees.Demonstrated ability to use advanced problem-solving toolsDesired QualificationsKnowledge of Lean Product Development and Manufacturing concepts and toolsUnderstanding and application of Six Sigma Tools and TechniquesAuditing ExperienceExperience working with suppliers to drive corrective actionsProject Management experienceExperience developing Product Control Plans and developing automated or complex testing and inspection methods.Experience with Error Proofing MethodologiesExperience with Oracle ERP SystemsBenefits: The Watlow Total Compensation Plan BenefitsThe health, well-being and financial stability of you and your family is a high priority to us.The Watlow Total Rewards Plan includes competitive compensation and a full range of life and career enhancing benefits:Annual Incentive Program 401(k) plan that includes a company match on your contribution and an annual company contribution that is tied to company performance Wellness incentivesEmployee Personal Assistance Program Dental, medical, vision and short-term and long-term disability insurance Paid holidays, personal time, and vacation Parental leave Tuition reimbursement Diversity & Inclusion We proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward thinking that respects and reflects each team member’s individual strengths, views, and experiences. Watlow takes pride in being an inclusive equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.Please let us know confidentially if you need or require any special accommodations to participate in our recruiting process by emailing us at accommodations@Watlow.com.