Quality Engineer | Keokuk, IA

Quality Assurance (QA) jobs entail roles focused on ensuring that products or services meet established standards and customer expectations. People in QA positions are responsible for designing testing processes, creating test plans, identifying defects, and preventing defects by examining the production process. They aim to enhance product reliability and actively work to maintain quality consistency. QA roles often require keen attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and an understanding of both product specifications and customer needs. QA is an integral part of product development and maintenance, bridging the gap between the manufacturing processes and the end users to ensure a satisfactory experience.

USA, and locations in Aachen and Berlin, Germany, Tokyo, Japan, and Singapore. Abiomed is part of Johnson & Johnson Med Tech. Abiomed is an employer with attractive working conditions and an appreciative corporate culture that focuses on the needs of its employees.

Abiomed inspires and retains exceptional talent through collaboration, passion and continuous development. Exciting tasks are awaiting you: You will lead the Non-Conformity Management for purchased parts You assure compliance with our SOPs and external regulations during supplier qualifications and supplier related change management Your proactive approach ensures continuous improvements of process and product quality You coordinate

root cause analyses in multidisciplinary teams and apply your methodological skills You ensure quality through supplier audits Your profile: Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering or technician with work experience.

Professional experience in engineering and/or quality management in the medical technology and/or automotive industry desirable Practical knowledge of FDA QSR, ISO 13485 and ISO 14971 Experience in the application of statistical methods Good Communication skills in German and English and assertive appearance Enjoying teamwork in an innovative and global work environment Abiomed is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Abiomed will not discriminate

against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy, gender reassignment, non-job related mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, application for military service, or membership in any other category protected under law.

Abiomed maintains a drug-free workplace.

phases company processes. Requirements: Bachelors degree in Quality Sciences, Engineering or comparative work in a technical field. 5-7 years of experience in Quality Management leadership and Quality Engineering in a manufacturing or process environment. Strong preference for quality-related experience in a manufacturing/foundry environment Demonstrated experience in the effective use of quality core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, etc.

). Experience in deploying statistical quality methods (sampling plans, DOE, Cpk, etc. ) Understanding of metrology, with the ability to utilize several types of measuring devices such as calipers, micrometers, hardness testing, x-ray and coordinate

measuring machine (CMM). Experience with destructive and non-destructive tests on materials and parts to measure performance, life, or materials characteristics.

Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematic diagrams or formulas and confer with management or engineering staff to determine quality standards. ISO9001 Quality Management System leadership experience. ASQ Quality Engineer certification a plus. Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certified a plus. Experience with ISO14001, ITAR, AS9100, TS16942, ISO14981 quality systems. Experience with continuous improvement processes i. e. six sigma, kaizen, lean, etc. SALARY: $90-120K

of harnesses Perform inspection of first article and first piece inspections Aid in the trouble shooting of wire harness assemblies Follow compliance of AS9100 documentation requirements as applied to the wire harness production. Assist in the implementation and compliance of quality department initiatives, programs, policies, and goals.

Contribute in additional quality responsibilities as needed Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Ability to read and understand technical drawings Mechanical aptitude and abilities preferred Experience with basic test equipment preferred Highly organized with ability to work in a fast pace environment Must have a positive attitude with a customer appreciation mentality Ability to lift 40lbs on a regular basis