• Experience Level: Mid-Senior (3 Years Required) • Education Level: Bachelors Degree in Engineering or Technical/Science Discipline (Advanced degree in Quality or Ceramic Engineering preferred) • Salary: $71,000 - $80,000 • Type: Full Time + Benefits • Location: Buckhannon, WV Job Overview: The Quality Engineer will report directly to the R&D and Quality Manager and will play a pivotal role in ensuring customer requirements are met across all manufacturing processes, guaranteeing the desired product characteristics. This position involves active participation in the Q&PC Integrated Support Team (IST) to provide process and quality control guidance, technical support, and coordination with the sites three Integrated Process Teams. Essential Functions: Process & Quality Control (50%): • Directly supervise IPT Quality Engineers, Lab Technicians, and Final Inspectors. • Plan and direct activities related to the development, application, and maintenance of quality standards for processes, materials, and products. • Oversee the establishment and implementation of product parameters and control methods for material/product acceptance. • Develop and initiate standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation. • Lead focus teams and special projects to resolve systemic rejects, determine root cause, and correct key quality issues. Quality Management System (20%): • Ensure site-wide ISO9000 compliance and certification. • Direct the planning, implementation, and maintenance of the facilitys Quality System in line with WCM PQC Pillar Steps and requirements. • Oversee Document Control, review/approval of controlled documents, and Supplier Quality Management. • Implement Quality Risk Management in relevant aspects of the QMS Internal audit program. WCM (20%): • Contribute as a member of the WCM Pillar for Quality and Process Control (QPC). • Provide leadership and training to IST/IPTs using WCM Focused Improvement toolbox for continuous improvement. • Actively participate and lead CI/WCM/6 Sigma projects and events throughout the site. Environmental, Health & Safety (10%): • Be a behavioral role model for all EHS standards, 5S & workplace organization practices, plant rules, safety regulations, and corporate Values and Attitudes. • Partner with leaders to improve EHS culture, awareness, and accountability systems. Entity Specific Functions: Entity: Quality & Process Control Integrated Support Team (IST) • Directly supervises IPT Quality Engineers/Technicians, Document Control Clerk, Final Inspectors, and Assemblers. Qualifications: • Bachelors degree in Engineering or Technical/Science discipline. • Advanced degree in Quality or Ceramic Engineering, preferred. Work Experience: • Minimum 3 years of practical Quality department experience within a manufacturing environment. • Experience in change management, leading audits, and implementing quality management systems. • Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 requirements and relevant industry standard practices. Leadership: • Dedicated, self-starter with a high degree of motivation, able to make independent decisions. • Ability to lead teams, incorporate input from all team members, and mold divergent opinions into one common direction. Communicating and Influencing Skills: • Ability to present complex ideas simply and clearly to all organizational levels. • Demonstrable personal attributes to effectively communicate and influence all levels of the organization. Problem Solving: • Lead quality and improvement activities using WCM Focused Improvement Tools and Kaizen methodologies. • Utilize effective coaching techniques to develop a culture of employee engagement. Licenses and Certifications: • ASQ-CQE certification, preferred. • Certified Green Belt or Black Belt and/or other advanced technical problem-solving, preferred. Travel Requirements: • Minimal travel for corporate-sponsored meetings, training/seminars, and customer visits. • Valid Driver's License, required.