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We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.\nWieland's Cultural Values\nWieland’s culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.\nWieland is hiring a Sr. Quality Engineer. The Sr. Quality Engineer will be responsible for improving production processes and the quality of the material to manufacture copper and stainless steel-alloy strips cost effectively.. This role is located in Waterbury, CT and will be fully on-site. While this role is local, occasional travel to other locations will be required (15-25% travel).\nBase Salary Range: $100,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year.\nMay be eligible for a variable compensation plan bonus based upon company performance within fiscal year cycle. \nAt Wieland, we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, our ranges reflect our good faith estimate to pay fairly. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be based upon various factors unique to each individual that may include but are not limited to years of experience, industry knowledge, technical skills, education, qualifications, etc.\nResponsibilities\nSr. Quality Engineer Responsibilities:\nImplement company's quality policy and procedures for laboratory personnel, utilizing the Quality Management System. \nAccept/reject base stock material based upon conformity or non-conformity to purchasing material specifications. \nChange processing routers as needed to accommodate available resources. (I think the process engineer does routers?) \nAuthorize rework of non-conforming material to meet customer specifications. \nReject material on the shop floor if it is non-conforming and initiate remakes. \nAuthorize material return from the customers .\nStrong adherence to Wieland Safety Culture\nDevelop quality steps for new and existing products.\nAssist with management of ISO 9000 quality systemand internal auditor of the ISO 9000 quality management system.\nPerform internal and process audits as required by our ISO 9001 certification\nHelp organize and manage management review meetings for quality management system\nAssists in all quality audit functions from both customers and outside surveillance audits.\nReview mechanical properties of processed material to meet customer specifications and make processing changes as needed.\nEvaluate non-conformance of in-process material and determine material disposition for rework, reject or remake.\nSupport Sales and Technical Service needs as related to customer expectations, including dimensional layouts and capability studies, and root cause investigation. \nEvaluate customer complaints and rejections. \nDetermine disposition of returned material.\nAssist with administering calibration system\nAssist manufacturing with procedures, processing, and material issues.\nConduct experiments to develop processing parameters for new items or new alloys and also to evaluate the cause of non-conformance.\nOther duties as assigned. \nMonitor and track process variables for Continuous Improvement of mechanical properties\nSr. Quality Engineer Qualifications:\nAssociate or bachelor’s degree in engineering or science (preferred). \n4-7 years’ experience in a quality engineering role or similar work experience equivalent. \nFamiliar with ASTM standards for copper base and Stainless Steel and able to interpret standard.\nFamiliar with SAP ERP system (preferred)\nExperience in the metals processing industry for copper-base and stainless-steel alloys - preferred.\nUnderstanding of metals processing equipment such as rolling mills, annealing furnaces, leveling lines, slitting equipment and their capabilities - (preferred).\nAbility to understand metallurgical properties within the various metal systems \nKnowledgeable in ISO 9001, TS 16949 standards (internal auditor certification)\nEffective Root Cause analysis skills \nFamiliarity with SPC, PPAP, APQP, FMEA, Control Plans, and Quality Improvement Techniques. \nAbility to effectively communicate to customers, their needs and their requirements \nCertified Six Sigma - Minimum - yellow belt - preferred\nAbility to communicate technical information to non-technical audiences\nWork Environment is a Manufacturing facility with a Laboratory. \nAbility to communicate effectively to all levels of the organization and handle confidential information. \nBasic Understanding of Electroplating of metal strip products - (preferred)\nQualifications\nJoining Wieland’s team gives you…\nBenefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!\n Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.\nWork/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.\nGrowth Opportunities - We have over 9,000+ employees worldwide and 40+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!\nWellness Programs - Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.\nSustainability - Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.\n\nWieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. 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