Quality Engineer
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LocationKimball Electronics Jasper
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
DepartmentQuality
Company size27+ people
PostedSep 29, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live1d ago
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Utilization of Statistical Analysis & Tools including Chi Square, ANOVA, DOE, SPC
Be knowledgeable of applicable customer Quality Standards and IPC Standards knowledge including ISO 9001, ISO 13485, AS9100, TS16949
Knowledgeable of Lean Six Sigma Strategy
PPAP Requirements
Experience in Electronics Manufacturing
Strong mechanical and electronics knowledge and experience
Quality Corrective Action background
Disciplined problem solving approach
Project Leadership skills
Proven success in running Kaizen events
Proven track record of overcoming obstacles to launch new products
Robotics, Pneumatics, Kinematics, Control Systems Design understanding
Problem solving techniques and processes
Knowledge of software and applications development processes
ESD knowledge, GD&T knowledge, MSA knowledge preferable
Understanding of Lean/Six Sigma concepts and/or certification
5+ years Quality Engineering experience preferred
Electronics Manufacturing experience preferred
No Visa sponsorship is being offered for this position
Skills
Statistical Analysis
Chi Square
ANOVA
DOE
SPC
ESD
GD&T
MSA
IPC Standards
ISO 9001
ISO 13485
AS9100
TS16949
Lean Six Sigma
PPAP
Robotics
Pneumatics
Kinematics
Control Systems Design
PFMEA
Control Plans
Legal
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application or recruitment process due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected]. We will treat all requests for accommodations discreetly.
*Note: There is no Visa sponsorship being offered for this position.
Hiring process
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Responsibilities
The Quality Engineer is responsible for providing technical expertise and guidance to lead, support and continuously improve the quality planning activities including: Customer and supplier activities, assisting in Corrective Action activities, quality reporting, acting as a communication link between KEI and the customer, and pursuing continuous improvement.
Quick Summary
The person in this role will be working in a cross functional team led by the Lead Engineer and Program Manager to meet and exceed customer expectations for new and sustaining product. The Customer Engineer may include direct communications with the customer(s) and making data driven decisions to ensure quality product is a priority above all.
To be successful the candidate must be self-motivated, persistent, quality driven, a quick learner, possess good communication skills, have a positive attitude, and be able work independently but be a team player. The Quality Manager and the Lead Customer Engineer will work with the QE on developing these key characteristics. The QE will also help to mentor and lead the Engineering Technician (ET) and Engineering Admin (EA).
Basic Candidate Background Requirements
•
Utilization of Statistical Analysis & Tools
•
Chi Square, ANOVA, DOE, SPC
•
ESD knowledge, GD&T knowledge, MSA knowledge preferable
•
Be knowledgeable of applicable customer Quality Standards and IPC Standards knowledge
•
ISO 9001
•
ISO 13485
•
AS9100
•
TS16949
•
Knowledgeable of Lean Six Sigma Strategy
•
PPAP Requirements
•
Experience in Electronics Manufacturing.
•
Strong mechanical and electronics knowledge and experience
•
Quality Corrective Action background
•
Disciplined problem solving approach
•
Project Leadership skills
•
Understanding of Lean/Six Sigma concepts and/or certification
•
Proven success in running Kaizen events.
•
Proven track record of overcoming obstacles to launch new products.
•
Robotics, Pneumatics, Kinematics, Control Systems Design understanding
•
Problem solving techniques and processes
•
Knowledge of software and applications development processes
•
5+ years Quality Engineering experience preferred
•
Electronics Manufacturing experience preferred
Key Performance Objectives
Short Term (0 to 3 months)
• Learn KEJ Quality Management System requirements
• Learn Customer Requirements and Quality flow downs
• Take co-ownership of the customer meetings, data for the meetings, action items
• Learn Quality and Operations documentation and processes
• Learn and provide input to the MRB and NPI process
• Learn and adopt Kimball Electronics philosophies and culture
Midterm (3 to 12 months)
• Co-own Corrective Action to closure internally and externally
• Reduce overall PPM and improve internal yields by implementing data driven decisions and
actions/poke yokes to improve customer metrics and reduce COPQ.
• Manage customer RMA’s and communications of complaints
• Participate in the development and maintenance of PFMEA and Control Plans and First
Article Inspections
• Develop and submit PPAP / product approval documents for new/changed products to
meet customer requirements.
• Participate in supplier audits / supplier development, as needed
• Review customer documentation and determine process/flow and equipment/tooling
requirements
• Works with Quality Department to improve efficiency/effectiveness of inspection
methods/processes through improved methods, improved manufacturing processes,
and/or identification of resource needs (personnel, technology, etc.)
• Trains others on quality related requirements, procedures, methods, etc.
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 Solutions 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).
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