Quality Assurance Engineer in Spokane Valley, Washington at Wagstaff Inc

The Quality Assurance Engineer provides technical quality assurance support in Wagstaff® and Wagstaff Applied Technologies diverse, highly regulated manufacturing environment. Primary duties consist of performing office work directly related to the management of company-wide quality policies and procedures including conception, development, and enforcement of quality policies and processes, customer contract specification interpretation, inspection and test and work order planning.

Must work with limited general supervision, using discretion and independent judgment to manage and administer company quality systems including product complaint tracking, nonconforming products, and corrective/preventive action systems.

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 hourly, Depending on Experience

Wagstaff manufactures equipment for aluminum producers, who process formed aluminum into parts and products you use every day.

Wagstaff Applied Technologies specializes in custom designing, building, and testing of gloveboxes, lifting beams, material handling equipment, pressure vessels and "containers" in support of the nation’s Nuclear Industry.

As an employee of Wagstaff, you’ll enjoy:

• FREE medical/dental/vision benefit options
• Paid non-working holidays
• Monthly, site-wide BBQs
• Up to 8% retirement contribution
• Annual bonus program
• 1200 Sqft onsite gym, accessible 24/hrs a day
• Family-friendly, company-wide events

To review our full benefits summary, please visit https://www.wagstaff.com/Wagstaff/Careers.htm

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• Bachelor’s Degree in Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering and a minimum of five years related work experience in Quality Assurance, preferably in a manufacturing environment, OR Associates Degree in a relevant field and ten years related work experience in Quality Assurance, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• ISO 9000, ASME NQA-1 or equivalent industry standardized Quality Management System (QMS) knowledge and experience
• Experience dealing with government or other regulated industry contract review and interpretation
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and design specifications
• Knowledge of inspection gages and gauging practices
• Knowledge of typical manufacturing processes including, welding, weld inspection, NDE, conventional and CNC milling and turning
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office
• Proficient in the use of document management software
• Formal training and experience with corrective action/problem-solving, preferred

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Work closely with Wagstaff Applied Technologies project managers to develop project-specific inspection planning documents in compliance with contract requirements.
• Develop project-specific and/or company-wide quality systems, inspection, and test plans.
• Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering and Demand Management to ensure inspection planning requirements are clearly communicated.
• Work cooperatively with Quality Assurance, Design, Engineering, Purchasing, and other department personnel to develop and document inspection control plans
• Develop, recommend, and implement enhancements to the quality management system that improve product and process quality
• Lead multi-disciplinary/department problem-solving teams to resolve process, design, and product quality issues
• Ensure proper completion and maintenance of quality system activities and records
• Lead and participate in advanced company-wide product quality planning and documentation activities.
• Interface with third-party suppliers and with Purchasing, Quality Assurance, and Engineering department personnel during new product development to address manufacturability and quality concerns
• Determine and document the appropriate use of existing and new quality measurement systems
• Oversee project-related inspection processes, interface with customers on quality issues, and escort customer inspection representatives during inspections
• Maintain confidentiality and protect proprietary information
• Abide by company policies
• In order to achieve business objectives, work weeks in excess of 40 hours may be required
• Other duties as assigned

Working Environment

While performing the duties of this job, work is performed primarily in an adequately lit, manufacturing/shop floor environment. Computer work is regularly required at workstations. The work usually involves minimal physical exertion. The work requires frequent bending, twisting, kneeling, and manipulation of the body to inspect large work pieces.

While on the shop floor, the employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risks of moving equipment and parts, and other risks associated with a manufacturing environment. The use of job appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), clothing, and footwear is required on the shop floor. The noise level on the shop floor is often loud. Wagstaff is committed to a safe working environment.

Employment at Wagstaff is dependent on successfully passing a company-paid drug screening and background check upon hire. Benefits eligibility is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable policies, plans and programs of Wagstaff.

Wagstaff is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.