Plant Quality Engineer
Company: Stepan Company
Location: Elwood
Posted on: May 13, 2022
|
|
Job Description:
Job Description The Quality (QA) Engineer is accountable for
developing, implementing and overseeing the utilization of
stringent Quality testing methods in compliance with customer and
ISO requirements. Works collaboratively with formulation and
production teams to identify and address issues, assuring quality
processes. Oversees programs and initiatives designed to improve
quality and production objectives. Drives internal quality
analytics and reporting processes, data analysis utilizing
Statistical Process Control methods to drive Quality Assurance.
Supports Customer Requirements and Customer Service. Relocation
package available. Responsibilities includes but are not limited
to: --- Accountable for driving Quality Assurance philosophies
throughout the line organization and integrate key practices into
the foundations of Production units manufacturing operations ---
Manages all Internal Quality Events (e.g. RIG, RCFA, OOS
Investigation, Quality Near miss, etc.) and represents the ---Voice
of the Customer--- --- Provide support and participates in Shift,
Daily, Weekly, Monthly and Annual Management Operating System
meetings to provide support, collaboration and cross-functional
problem-solving for site related operational performance --- Manage
& processes compliance statements, drum & tote orders, toller, raw
material and other sample testing and certifications --- Develops,
documents, updates, monitors and ensures adherence to policies and
procedures to ensure accurate and timely reporting of quality data
to meet customer specifications and ISO standards and requirements
--- Initiates and coordinates quality-related data from production,
service or process improvement activities, analyzes and interprets
utilizing statistical techniques. --- Assist QMS personnel with
internal and external audits (ISO, Customer, EFfCI, IPEC, GMP,
etc.), Management Review, Gap Analysis and QMS system management
--- Champion root cause failure analyses and the development of
corrective actions with shared responsibility for the quality of
non-conformity reports --- Assist in the development of rework
plans, providing technical support and follow-up --- Lead the
process of responding to customer complaints, Return, Supplier
Quality issues and resolving issues through effective and timely
investigation --- Provide back-up and On-call support to Quality
Department leaders and Manager as and when needed --- Directly
support customer audits and develop and implement effective
resolution(s) to audit findings Qualifications --- Minimum of 3
years of experience in chemical industry working in a quality
assurance/quality control lab --- Experience in chemical batch and
continuous processes preferred --- Understanding of troubleshooting
difficult problems in a plant environment Education ---
Bachelor---s degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry required
LI-NK1 Established in 1932, Stepan Company is a major manufacturer
of basic and intermediate chemicals including surfactants,
polymers, as well as specialty ingredients that go into consumer,
household, and institutional products such as laundry detergents,
shampoos, and surface cleaners. Stepan Company currently has 20
global manufacturing locations and over 2,000 employees. We have a
strong record of growth. Our growth allows us to provide meaningful
career opportunities and stability to our team members. We have big
goals at Stepan and know every team member will be crucial to
achieving our objectives. Regardless of function, we are looking
for team members who bring with them a growth mindset, an
entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to thrive in an evolving
environment. We celebrate diversity at Stepan and are committed to
creating a diverse, inclusive environment. We are proud to be an
equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age,
veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable
law.
Keywords: Stepan Company, Joliet , Plant Quality Engineer, Engineering , Elwood, Illinois
Click
here to apply!
|