Manufacturing Quality Engineer - Pella, IA

SUMMARY PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for coordination of complex and multi-disciplined engineering projects from concept to implementation. Coordinates all work within the scope of assigned projects to ensure objectives in terms of quality, cost, and time are met. Follows the structure of Pella’s Safety, Quality, Project Management & Continuous Improvement Systems from concept through project execution. Approves product/process design and prepares engineering documents; such as cost estimates, appropriation requests, projects schedules, design specifications, instruction specifications, purchase requisitions, operating manuals, and technical reports. Assures that contracts are awarded to the outside vendors that offer the best value and appropriate quality. Responsible for effective communication of engineering information among team members. May supervise assigned technical team members and coordinates their work within the scope of assigned responsibilities. Serves as an expert resource across the organization, providing technical information, and engineering recommendations that influence projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

SCOPE: Capable of working independently and with minimal direction on complex projects. Also responsible for the advancement and application of engineering technologies and processes.

SUPERVISING OTHERS: Primarily an individual contributor role. Capable of leading a team in complex technical projects from development through implementation. Serves as a mentor and coach to others in area of expertise. May supervise exempt, non-exempt, and hourly employees.

APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE: Develops and evaluates plans and criteria for a variety of projects and activities. Plans, schedules, and coordinates detailed phases of a project or task.

Technology process owner; responsible for developing and applying knowledge across multiple disciplines across the organization.

Assesses the feasibility and soundness of proposed approaches, techniques or equipment when necessary data are insufficient. Performs as requested as advisor and consultant relative to a scientific or engineering specialty or a product function. Carries out assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures. Possesses in-depth problem solving skills utilized to determine and address root cause. Work results in the development of refined equipment, materials, processes, products, technologies, and/or scientific methods.

JUDGMENT: Plans and coordinates work requiring independent judgment in the evaluation, selection, and adaptation of advanced techniques and processes. Knowledge and judgment have a direct effect on advancement of assigned technology.