Quality Engineer
Silgan Plastics Corporation

Job Info

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SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

The Quality Engineer is an integral part of the Quality team within Silgan Plastics. This Quality Engineer will conduct several different types of analysis, testing and follow-up. Also, consistently ensuring that machines are set up correctly and reading measurements properly.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promote a safe working environment and adheres to all Silgan safety policies and procedures to prevent injury to self and co-workers.
• SPC implementation and system management. Assist Quality Manager and plant staff in managing the system and initial implementation and analyzation of the data.
• Facilitate activities and data review during mold qualifications.
• Initiate internal audits and control of audit documentation.
• Manage the AVBIS system.... Set-ups, maintenance, etc.
• Assist in procedural training.
• Review First article data analysis and last shots.
• Daily review of Quality documentation and data also perform C of A's and C of C's as necessary.
• Follow-up on line issues as a result of documentation review and as directed by the Quality Manager.
• Perform GDP audits and file all production paperwork.
• Use all measuring devices and perform quality tests properly to produce results to assist production decision making. Quality test equipment includes but is not limited to the following: Calipers, height gauges, automatic non-contact dimensional measurement equipment, layer analysis microscope, wall thickness equipment, force gauges, drop impact tester, automatic bottle fill equipment, vacuum test equipment, optical comparator, and spectrophotometer.
• Read and understand drawings and spec sheets.
• Strong communication skills verbally, written and electronically.
• Place any defective product on hold and track the plant hold ware.
• Calibrate lab equipment as necessary.
• Learn internal software systems including Oracle and ETQ.
• Must follow and enforce Silgan Safety, Quality and GMP policies.
• Other duties assigned by the Quality Manager.

AUTHORITY LEVEL (if applicable):

EDUCATION:

Required: Associate in applicable field.

Preferred: Bachelor in applicable field.

EXPERIENCE:

Required: 5 years in a Quality related field, strong SPC knowledge and manufacturing experience.

Preferred: 5 years as a Quality Engineer in a plastics manufacturing environment.

SKILLS:

Required: SPC data collection and analysis, ability to use measuring equipment and devices, and strong Microsoft Suite experience including Excel. A strong working knowledge of SPC and Quality experience in a manufacturing facility is integral for the role.

Preferred: GFSI standards and quality auditing experience. Previous experience with Minitab is a plus.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER (Non-Canada)

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER - Canada

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities. Silgan endeavors to provide accommodations to individuals with disabilities to perform their essential job duties as long as the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship on the company's operations and does not pose a direct threat of substantial harm to the employee or others.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Employment is always subject to the Silgan's rights as employer, including the right to end employment in accordance with Provincial Law.

Silgan is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to any ground protected under Provincial human rights laws.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.

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