Quality Assurance (QA) jobs involve the systematic monitoring and evaluation of the various aspects of a project, service, or facility to ensure that standards of quality are being met. The primary goal is to identify defects and issues before the product reaches the customer, thereby ensuring customer satisfaction and maintaining the reputation of an organization. QA roles often require attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and a good understanding of industry-specific regulations and standards. These jobs can vary widely, from software testing to food safety inspection, but they universally function as a critical checkpoint in the production and delivery process of goods or services.
pay and benefits and the ability to be a key contributor on the quality engineering team. This role primarily supports 1st shift and core hours are typically early to early (starting around 6:15am). WHAT YOU’LL DO Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to improve manufacturing processes with the objective to stabilize or increase process capabilities; lead and support continuous improvement activities.
Develop and report quality KPIs; investigate and analyze causes of scrap, rework, and warranty to determine root cause; develop robust corrective actions to enhance or improve quality within the facility and propose preventive actions for improvement. Develop and support standards and
methods for inspection, testing and evaluation of raw materials, work in-process and finished products; develop and create written inspection procedures along with forms and instructions for recording and reporting quality data.
Participate in and lead Internal Audits of the Quality Management System to assure compliance to ISO 9001 standard and verify the process matches the documentation. Maintain necessary ISO quality records. Facilitate meetings with stakeholders on all shifts, to provide guidance and instruction on proper inspection methods, reporting procedures, and problem-solving techniques. Develop and report metrics and KPIs for customer satisfaction; documents and communicates
customers’ concerns to appropriate departments and ensures the corrective actions are effective and satisfy the customer.
Initiate SCARs and verify the effectiveness of the supplier's corrective or preventive actions completed. Assist QC Technicians in performing inspections and certifications required for Final Release of customers products; collaborate with Engineering regarding customer deviations and concessions. Maintain the data integrity of the calibration program and the precision and accuracy of the testing and measurement equipment. WHAT YOU’LL BRING Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field preferred or equivalent work experience. 1+ years’ experience in quality engineering in manufacturing environment (preferably CNC machines).
Ability to read and interpret complex manufacturing drawings and familiarity with Geometric Dimensions and Tolerances. Experience in use and application of inspection, testing and measuring equipment and working knowledge of CMMs. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Power-Point, Project, and VISIO. Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) methods for analyzing data to evaluate the current process and process changes. Ability to effectively present information and correspond to customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
Familiarity with a variety of Quality field concepts, practices, and procedures, including problem solving techniques such as PDCA, DMAIC, FMEA and Root Cause Analysis. Knowledge and understanding of ISO 9001 requirements and process-based auditing. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement philosophies and tools, along with Six-Sigma techniques and 5S. Knowledge of machining processes, metrology, and metallurgy. Demonstrated experience performing as a motivated and self-directed employee. ALSO GREAT IF YOU BRING/ PREFERENCES Leadership experience.
Formal training in Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement. Knowledge of MINITAB About the Company: Dover Precision Components delivers performance-critical solutions for rotating and reciprocating machinery across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical, and general processing markets. Comprising the Waukesha Bearings, Bearings Plus, Inpro/Seal and Cook Compression brands, our portfolio includes hydrodynamic bearings, active magnetic bearings, system and bearing protection, and reciprocating compressor valves, sealing technologies, pistons, rods and more.
Each solution is custom engineered to provide optimum efficiency, reliability, and productivity, and backed by comprehensive aftermarket services. Dover Precision Components serves its global customer base through facilities in North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, as well as technical sales representatives around the world. Dover Precision Components is part of Dover Corporation. Dover Corporation is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of approximately $8 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Fueling Solutions, Imaging and Identification, Pumps and Process Solutions, and Refrigeration and Food Equipment.
Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60 years, our team of over 23,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under " DOV. " Additional information is available at .
