Quality Improvement Engineer
POSITION SUMMARY:
Collect data on the product, the process, and work methods by
utilizing various measuring devices and techniques. Analyze this quality data
and provide input to the production and process departments leading quality improvement
projects, as needed, to ensure high quality finished goods to our customers.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Review and analyze past
quality difficulties and the preventative actions associated with them to
determine effectiveness.
Analyze SPC data daily for
input accuracy and statistical analysis of opportunities for improvement.
Train manufacturing
personnel in SPC, parts inspection, parts measurement, and documentation.
Responsible for
calibration, maintenance, and documentation of measurement equipment.
Maintain and manage SPC software/equipment
coordinating with vendors as needed.
Work with maintenance to maintain
and manage visual inspection software/equipment ensuring accurate defect
detection.
Perform administrative
duties including training documentation, calibration schedules, internal
ISO audit schedules, etc.
Identify opportunities for
quality improvement and work with cross functional team to establish root
cause and corrective action.
Lead quality improvement projects
as need.
Oversee the development, implementation,
review and maintenance of the SQF System, including the GMP’s, and the
food safety plans
Have an understanding of the SQF Food
Safety Code for Manufacture of Food Packaging and the requirements to
implement and maintain SQF System relevant to food sector category 27.
Serve as the SQF Site
Practitioner with responsibility for verification and validation of the
SQF system.
Support sustainability
initiatives leading projects and teams as needed to reduce overall carbon
footprint for Winpak Portion Packaging.
Perform other duties and
projects as assigned.
In the incumbent’s absence
these responsibilities will be transferred to the Plant QA Manager.
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be trained in and follow company policies on GMP, sanitation, pre-requisite
programs, chemical control and food plans and policies.
Proficient in statistical data analysis.
Excellent computer skills
including MS Office and MRP/ERP systems.
Motivated self-starter
that can identify opportunities and be pro-active in developing and
implementing solutions.
Team player with the
ability to work within cross functional team in supporting or leading role.
Strong analytical skills.
Must be competent to carry
out food packaging safety and quality responsibilities.
Excellent written and
verbal communication skills.
EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:
Five-plus years experience
in a manufacturing environment with familiarity of operations management.
Experience with quality
audits as both auditee and auditor.
Good communication,
computer proficiency, problem solving skills, and the ability to work in a
'team' environment, is essential.
Bachelor’s degree or associates
degree with appropriate work experience
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
60% office environment, 40% manufacturing environment.
Winpak offers competitive salary and benefit packages as well as excellent opportunities for professional growth and development based upon the global location of the available position.
Qualified individuals are invited to submit a resume and salary expectations to:
3345 Butler Ave
South Chicago Heights, IL 60411, Email: chicagojobs@winpak.com, Fax: 708-755-7257
Winpak is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. Pre-employment drug/alcohol/background screening may be required based on facility location.
Although we appreciate all applicants, only qualified applicants will be considered for interviews.