Quality Engineer

Overview

Headquartered in Old Saybrook, CT, Infiltrator Water Technologies is the leading provider of engineered plastic chambers, synthetic aggregates, tanks, advanced wastewater treatment systems, and accessories for the onsite/decentralized wastewater and storm water management industries. The majority of Infiltrator products are manufactured from recycled plastic. Founded in 1987, we operate throughout the US and Canada with 8 manufacturing plants in the US, dedicated sales, and corporate team members.  Infiltrator is a pioneer in innovative plastic technologies for underground water management. Infiltrator components are used in most onsite septic systems installed in the United States and Canada. Infiltrator is a proud Corporate Partner of Habitat for Humanity and each year donates components for 50 septic systems serving Habitat homes in North America. Infiltrator is committed to advancing the state of the art in all fronts, including product design, manufacturing, materials, wastewater science, marketing, management, and employee development. In other words, we strive to be the best we can be.

Responsibilities

The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring the products supplied by Infiltrator’s Walker facility conform to specifications and quality plans. This position works closely with the Production Team to develop and implement the Quality Plans, Work Instructions, and related quality management system procedures which ensure the outbound products meet the specifications. This position performs internal quality audits and inspections on the self-manufactured product and also on the outsourced manufacturing at third parties. This position supports supplier audits virtually or at their facilities. This position will implement corrective actions when requirements are not met.  Assists in the design and implementation of test methods for controlling purchased item quality. Leads cross functional teams to ensure compliance.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Supports the Walker operation with a focus on the quality of the products produced.
• Create Quality Plans and Work Instructions for products or processes as required.
• Define inspection criteria, sampling plans and quality standards.
• Perform detailed first piece-inspections using blueprints and metrology equipment. Perform in-process dimensional and visual standards audits per the blueprint and Quality Plan.
• Utilize Welding knowledge and skills to inspect welds.
• Perform system and procedure audits (conformance audits).
• Function independently providing real-time support to the production operations.
• Provide recommendations along with the testing results to the production supervisor.
• Audit purchased blowers at incoming inspection to prevent infantile failures in the field.
• Lead investigation for defects, customer complaints or internal failures.
• Ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
• Develop and track quality KPIs and report monthly performance metrics.
• Utilize measurement data to develop a continuous improvement quality action plan with a clear definition of objectives and associated actions with timelines.
• Resolve quality issues through DMAIC six-sigma methods.
• Reduce cost of poor quality.
• Ensure document control is followed.
• Participate in the engineering change process.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree four-year college or university in related field of study
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Quality manufacturing environment
• Minimum of 1 years’ experience as a Quality Engineer
• General metrology skills are required
• Desire welding knowledge
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 QMS
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Strong computer skills including Excel, Word, and ERP systems
• Ability to write reports and professional business correspondence
• Certified Quality Engineer from ASQ preferred
• Ability to travel up to 10% if needed

Company Benefits:

Health & Welfare Benefits: Medical and prescription drug plans, telemedicine (with medical plan), High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and Health Savings Account (HSA), dental and vision plans, virtual physical therapy*, an employee assistance program (EAP)*, and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs.

 Financial Benefits: Retirement 401k program with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (voluntary), financial wellness planning*, paid parental leave*, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for child care and health care, short-term and long-term disability*, basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D)*, adoption financial reimbursement*, tuition reimbursement*, voluntary life insurance (for employees, spouses, and children), and voluntary identity theft and fraud protection.

*100% paid by ADS.

EEO Statement

ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.