Chipton-Ross - Quality Associate, Supplier Quality

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: 213822 - Quality Associate, Supplier Quality
Industry: ENG
Region: NY-Upstate
City: Skaneateles
State: NY
Rate: Up to $31.82 DOE
Duration: 9 months
Description: Chipton-Ross is seeking a Quality Associate, Supplier Quality for a hybrid contract opportunity in Skaneateles, NY.

JOB SUMMARY:
The Quality Associate provides technical support for various quality system processes to help ensure excellent product quality throughout product lifecycles.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
- 3+ years relevant work experience.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze, evaluate and control risk following lifecycle risk management standards (e.g. ISO 14971).
- Experience with manufacturing / quality methodologies such as QFD, six-sigma, lean, etc.
- Understanding of statistical analysis techniques and tools.
- Experience with formal quality systems such as ISO 13485 or ISO 9001.
- ASQ or related quality certification is preferred.
- Work experience in a FDA regulated environment is preferred.
- Proficiency in reading and understanding technical product documentation (diagrams, schematics, flow-charts, etc.)
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
- Comfortable with using PC tools and Windows OS, with a working knowledge of local and network based file systems.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills using the English language.
- Able to coordinate multiple activities and actions of persons contributing to assigned tasks.
- Detail oriented with good organizational and record keeping skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proactive and timely in execution of assigned tasks.
- Able to be flexible and adaptable when needs and priorities change

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Drive continuous improvement actions focused on product quality.
- Works with Engineering and Manufacturing to develop acceptance criteria for production processes.
- Works with Service and the Complaint Handling Unit to investigate product problems, perform root cause analysis and identify possible corrective actions.
- Analyzes production quality data to identify trends or issues which require action or CAPA activity.
- Assists in creating and implementing procedures in the quality management system.
- Assists in the review and disposition of nonconforming materials.
- Assists in the creation and validation of manufacturing processes.
- Conducts internal audits of production processes and report results.
- Reviews manufacturing process and part deviations.
- Creates quality alerts when acceptance activities need to be adjusted.
- Supports external regulator or customer audits
- Provides response to inquiries related to quality assurance arising from tenders or other sales efforts.
- Performs other duties as requested.

Physical demands and work environment: Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job the employee will be sitting for extended periods, will need to use a computer/mouse/keyboard/monitor and will communicate and listen both in-person and over the phone. Work environment: The work environment is in an office setting with minimal noise level.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Accredited High School Diploma or GED
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related field preferred

WORK HOURS:
Full time First shift

HYB
: Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.
Contact: Zachary Fasano
zfasano@chiptonross.com
CHIPTON-ROSS, INC.
420 Culver Boulevard
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293

Phone: (310) 414-7800 x252 or (800) 927-9318 x252

Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

Employment will be contingent on candidate clearing pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.