Quality Control Engineer

Quality Control Engineer

Direct Hire, Permanent

1st Shift and 3rd Shift

Range: $90,000-130,000 – Dependent on direct applicable experience

Travel: 0-10%, Training is based in China

Direct Reports: 0

Essential Functions:

• Lead the team in analyzing process quality data, identifying key issues, and ensuring the continuous improvement of processes.

• Develop effective early warning systems and preventive measures against recurring or systemic quality issues.

• Analyze and resolve on-site issues, and lead initiatives for the digitalization and intelligence of quality management systems.

• Manage the first article inspections, AM projects, Non-OK products.

• Lead factory cleanliness acceptance inspections, prepare detailed reports, identify non-compliant items, and recommend advanced improvements.

• Conduct equipment acceptance inspections upon arrival, identify issues, and drive corrective actions for improvement.

• Oversee equipment qualification post-acceptance, address qualification issues, and ensure continuous improvement.

• Assess proposed changes, approving only those that are necessary, and rejecting unnecessary modifications.

• Perform process audits (VDA 6.3), risk identification (FMEA), and drive quality improvements.

• Analyze real-time data to develop digital and intelligent solutions.

• Coordinate with central PQC team to acquire comprehensive AI scenario lists and integrate appropriate AI solutions.

• Lead the organization and execution of process and product characteristic monitoring.

• Responsible for implementing and managing control processes and quality control systems, ensuring they effectively address operational feedback.

• Identify and address potential quality risks and safety concerns based on control points and requirements from corporate documentation.

• Monitor and guide the application of improvements across key projects, responding to customer complaints and safety concerns.

• Collaborate with other departments to enhance production quality and customer satisfaction.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant corporate and departmental KPIs and management requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or Quality Management; Masters degree preferred.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in process quality control management within a manufacturing environment.

• Familiarity with Six Sigma methodologies, ideally certified at the Green Belt level or above, indicating a strong capability in data analysis and process improvement.

• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage a multidisciplinary team effectively.

• In-depth knowledge of quality control practices and compliance regulations.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven track record in project management.

• Excellent communication skills, capable of working with cross-functional teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• Ability to maintain a full-time work schedule with regular in-person attendance is required for this position.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.