Quality Engineer

Position Summary

Lab-based Quality Engineer dedicated to conducting testing, data mining, data analysis, monitoring, test method development, etc. in support of sustaining product investigations in collaboration with Quality Engineering and R&D teams.  Develops and implements methods and procedures for process control, process improvement, testing and inspection to ensure that the products are free of flaws and function as designed. Performs product testing and analysis to maintain quality levels and minimize defects and failure rates. Analyzes reports and defective products to determine trends and recommend corrective actions.

What You’ll do as a Quality Engineer

• Participate on cross-functional new product development teams with focus on product/ service quality and Quality System compliance 
• Develop and implement statistically valid sampling plans, designed experiments, capability studies, SPC and trend analysis
• Initiate and/or participate in process and product corrective actions and problem-solving activities
• Update/establish documented work instructions as needed 
• Review collected data to perform statistical analysis and recommend process/product changes to improve quality
• Monitor and report on performance metrics 
• Instruct other STERIS employees in quality principles, effective corrective actions, and valid statistical techniques
• Collaborate with other departments and facilities within the company on quality related issues
• Maintain product integrity and quality through support of evaluation and disposition of nonconforming materials
• Perform quality system audits and provide guidance on corrective actions
• Perform other duties as assigned
   

The Experience, Skills, And Abilities Needed

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree (Engineering or related technical field)
• Minimum 1 year of combined Manufacturing/Quality Engineering/Quality Systems experience or minimum of 6 months on-site STERIS internship or co-op experience
• Minimum 1 year of experience working in an ISO certified environment required
• Must have PC experience, as well as working familiarity of desktop applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Preferred:

• Minimum 1 year of experience with medical device or other regulated industries preferred
• ASQ, QSR or familiarity with QSR/GMP regulations preferred
• Experience with statistical analysis software and Visio preferred

Other: 

• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Focus on identification of potential issues and continuous improvement
• Experience working on cross-functional teams and on own initiative
• Demonstrated excellent organizational, oral, and written communications skills
   

What STERIS Offers

We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and financial future. 

Here is a brief overview of what we offer:

• Market competitive pay
• Extensive paid time off and (9) added holidays
• Excellent healthcare, dental, and vision benefits 
• Long/short term disability coverage
• 401(K) with company match 
• Maternity and parental leave 
• Additional add on benefits/discounts for programs such as pet insurance 
• Tuition reimbursement and continued educational programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career 

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