Quality Engineer

Full-time - Entry Level

Pullman, WA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

In this role, you will support manufacturing operations through quality assurance activities. You will solve interesting problems and improve processes while collaborating with multiple disciplines across SEL. You will also have the opportunity to partner with suppliers to monitor material quality and ensure conformance to SEL's high standards. This position is available in our Pullman, WA location. If you are interested in a hands-on, challenging, but fulfilling role that provides continual learning, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Planning, designing, and implementing tests to monitor quality using engineering principles.
• Acquiring and analyzing data using standard quantitative methods to facilitate process analysis and improvements.
• Partnering with stakeholders in understanding problems and investigating root cause.
• Ensuring the implementation of effective solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Initiating and facilitating cross-functional meetings to address quality issues and brainstorm solutions.
• Facilitating internal/external audits and certification activities, as applicable.

Requirements

• A B.S. degree in Engineering, Math, Statistics, or other technical degree, or equivalent experience
• Typically, 2+ years of experience in quality engineering, process improvement, or data analytics
• Strong facilitation, organization, and communication skills
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of quality tools and process improvement techniques (FMEA, Six Sigma, PDCA, Lean Manufacturing (WCM), Control Charts, Histograms, Pareto)
• Knowledge of applicable industry standards

Nice-to-haves

• Experience using metrology and statistical methods including statistical control of processes (SCP)
• Knowledge of probability/reliability concepts
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer
• Knowledge of ISO 9001
• Knowledge of design, manufacturing, and service processes

Benefits

• 100% employee owned with an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401K options.
• Top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
• Growth and development opportunities through STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
• Additional benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.