Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Own/manage internal Quality Processes including:
- Corrective Action/Preventative Action (CAPA) System
- Internal Inspection - Receiving, In-Process and Final
- Internal Auditing
- Calibration
- Maintain/improve metrics to meet goals
- Drive product issues to Root Cause, ensure implementation of systemic corrective/ preventative actions and monitor effectiveness of those actions.
- Owner of the ISO 9001 certified Quality Management System
- Maintain/Improve an already high-functioning QMS. Ensure its compliance with the Corporate Quality Manual.
- Host regular Quality Management Review meetings
- Host Registrar, Corporate and Customer Audits of the QMS and correct any findings and observations.
Education & Experience
- BS degree, preferably in Engineering or related technical discipline. Post graduate degrees a plus.
- A minimum of 5 years of quality assurance related experience or combination of education and relevant experience
- Relevant experience working in a high-technology and fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Basic understanding of Inspection equipment including dimensional measurement techniques, calibration of tools, and use of various gauges.
Skills
- Mind-set that is constantly looking to improve work, products, functions, and processes.
- Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015
- Excellent organizational, program management and consensus building skills. Strong at leading by influence.
- Good diplomacy skills in working with other departments (Engineering, Operations, Sales). Ability to negotiate mutually acceptable plans and outcomes.
- Capabilities in Quality related discipline that include Structured Problem Solving (8D), Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA), Process Validation (IQ, OQ, PQ), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Gauge Repeatability & Reproducibility (GR&R).
- Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation) to effectively and efficiently interact with Customers, Suppliers, and Colleagues.
- Ability to complete multiple complex independent tasks in a timely manner.
- Ability to do basic statistical analysis using Minitab or JMP is a plus.
- Previous experience with Lean and/or 6-Sigma is a plus.
- Previous experience with Copy Exactly! is a plus.
Working Conditions
- Manufacturing working environment. Some areas under cleanroom protocol.
- Occasional domestic and international travel (
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to move around manufacturing floor
Safety Requirements
- All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
Quality and Environmental Responsibilities This position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System. Culture Commitment Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:Integrity - Create an Environment of TrustCollaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of IdeasAccountability - Own the Process and the OutcomeRespect - Recognize the Value in EveryoneEnthusiasm - Find a Sense of Purpose in WorkCoherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected] .
About Us Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!
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