Quality Engineer Intern

Job Description

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Position Overview

The mission of the Quality Engineer Intern is to ensure the highest standards of product quality and compliance through the development and implementation of new processes, as well as supporting existing processes. You will verify and drive improvements while meeting goals of quality, cost and delivery for our customers. This position is for Summer 2027.

Quick Summary

The Quality Engineer Intern is responsible for developing and implementing quality assurance processes that ensure product liability and regulatory compliance, and creating detailed procedures in support of regulatory requirements. You will analyze data and report to identify trends and areas for improvement. You will have the oppportunity to support continuous improvement initiatives by participating in root cause analysis and corrective action processes.

To be successful the candidate must be self-motivated, possess excellent communication skills, time/project management skills, a positive attitude, be able to keep timely consistent and accurate records of work and train manufacturing associates. In our business, it is critical the candidate can demonstrate a solid understanding of the importance of quality.

Basic Background Requirements

This position will require:

• Enrolled in a 4-year degree program in Quality, Engineering or Engineering Technology  
• 3 months to 3 years’ relevant intern work experience with knowledge of a variety of production methods and materials preferred
• Process development/characterization experience
• Ability to analyze data using statistical methods
• Ability to compose professional documentation (Write protocols, work instructions, etc.)
• Ability to manage time and projects effectively while setting and meeting aggressive schedules
• Ability to analyze and solve problems utilizing root cause analysis tools
• Quality minded person with a focus on making data driven decisions
• Ability to understand business, legal and regulatory requirements
• Ability to learn regulatory requirements, FDA 21 CFR 820/GMP Medical Device Regulations

Key Performance Objectives 

Short Term: (0 to 3 months)

• Learn KEIND Quality system requirements
• Build relationships with team members
• Begin documenting and developing process flows for launch of critical medical device product.
• Design equipment or tooling to support a manufacturing process
• Write technical documentation
• Assist in validation efforts for commissioning of production systems
• Maintain customer specific system documentation in support of FDA regulatory requirements  
• Learn and adopt Kimball Electronics philosophies and culture
• Work with project managers in the execution of project plans
• Participate in risk assessment activities (PFMEA, DFMEA)
• Participate in Lean manufacturing training and projects

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Kimball Electronics we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, medical condition or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We will consider for employment qualified candidates with arrest and conviction records, consistent with applicable law (including, for example, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for roles based in San Francisco).