YOU MAY BE OUR NEWQuality EngineerSUMMARY OF ROLE:The Quality Engineer provides quality assurance solutions to the Northlake, IL plant through engineering analysis, testing, auditing, etc. The Quality Engineer is responsible for completing a set of goals and objectives that improve the quality of product and services that SIG (formerly Scholle IPN) provides to its customers. The Engineer may become involved in process, test and product development issues in manufacturing departments in order to improve product reliability and customer satisfaction. Quality Manager fulfills the duties of this role in case of a vacancy.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:As an at-will employer, SIG (formerly Scholle IPN) reserves the right to add to or modify this list to the extent it deems necessary.
Perform engineering analysis and provide solutions to issues in assigned manufacturing departments.
Get involved in customer complaints (internal and external) and act as a solution provider.
Act as a troubleshooter for field performance problems.
Conduct product and system audits to evaluate and improve products and processes.
Create quality specifications and test methodologies for new and existing products.
Work with each department to improve the quality systems.
Write, create, provide training, and revise testing procedures used by manufacturing and support departments.
Perform designed experiments (DOE) to evaluate and improve products and processes.
Support major plant-wide initiatives such as Lean Manufacturing, SQF 2000, Gauge Calibration, etc.
Support product development through testing and analysis.
BRING THESE SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:
Bachelors' degree in a technical area of study (BS Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering preferred) from a four year college or university.
Supervision, lean and ISO experience a plus, plastics industry preferred.
Additional education in quality, safety, mechanical or electrical areas of knowledge preferred.
A minimum of 5 years related experience, or an equivalent combination of education or experience.
Preferred experience would include Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification, ASQ Quality Engineering certification, Lean Manufacturing, etc.
Experience with plastic extrusion and/or injection molding is preferred.
The ability to excel in a fast paced, high-energy environment with constant interface with people.
Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment
ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Must be able to move and/or lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Frequently standing, walking and sitting.
Frequently required the use of hands to finger, feel, reach or handle machinery.
Frequently bend, stoop and reach.
Visual Acuity (VA).
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Moderate working conditions.
Exposure to variable noise levels.
Often exposed to moving mechanical parts.
SAFETY AND QUALITY MANAGEMENT:
Safety and Quality is EVERYONE'S responsibility.
You must report or correct any food safety or potential food safety hazard to the person who can correct it. Adherence to policies and procedures related to quality management, safety, SQF and other regulatory guidelines communicated during your new hire orientation and defined in your SIG (formerly Scholle IPN) handbook are mandatory.
IDEAL CANDIDATES HAVE THESE COMPETENCIES:We are looking for people who are willing to consistently achieve results, even under tough circumstances, employees who create a climate where everyone is motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives. If you actively seek new ways to grow and be challenged, if you develop people to meet both their career goals and the organization's goals, SIG is the place for you. To deliver better for our customers, our future colleagues build strong customer relationships and deliver customer-centric solutions. Finally, we are looking for colleagues who build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Are you someone who applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals? Are you someone who can create new and better ways for the organization to be successful? If the answer is 'yes', come and join us.WE OFFER:
Day 1 Benefits Enrollment
Retirement 401K Matching
Employee Assistance Program
Identity Theft Protection Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
And more…
OUR PROMISESIG is the place for you to build something incredible. If you join us, you will be part of a globally successful international company, which is leading its industry in sustainability, technology, and more. We think of ourselves as the career launchpad - a place to develop yourself fast with real work, real experience, real opportunities to build skills. You will be part of a highly motivated and dynamic team, you will have personal development opportunities, trainings and coaching opportunities from senior team members. If you show skill and willingness to learn, we'll back you all the way.ABOUT SIGSIG is a leading provider of packaging systems and solutions for better. We work in partnership with our customers to bring food products to consumers around the world in a safe, sustainable, and affordable way. We are the only packaging system supplier covering carton, pouch, and bag-in-box. Our versatile technology and product innovation capacity enable us to deliver better for customers, for consumers, and for the world. Sustainability guides us, technology empowers us, but it's the passion and drive of our people that truly enable us to deliver better.Founded in 1853, SIG is headquartered in Neuhausen, Switzerland, and listed at the SIX Swiss Exchange.
