The Quality Engineer is responsible for developing and implementing quality improvement plans to drive facilities toward ZERO DEFECTS and ZERO QUALITY ESCAPES. This includes striving for implementation of non-conformances (NCRs) and cost of quality (COQ) while standardizing quality best practices across the Weatherford Global footprint.
A successful candidate will collaborate closely with Quality, Product Lines, R&M, Manufacturing, Engineering, and their supervisor on a regular basis, as well as present plans and updates to internal teams.
Job Responsibilities:
Develop and standardize procedures, quality control plans, sampling plans, inspection test plans, work instructions, and quality templates/forms.
Assist Quality in the development of a standardized quality program.
Implement Non-Conformances and COQ (Scrap, Rework) at the facility.
Assist in the development and implementation of Quality Improvement Plans to drive toward Zero Defects and Zero Quality Escapes, as well as reduction of Cost of Quality (COQ).
Collect, analyze, and summarize quality performance data, applying statistical tools and reports to identify opportunities for improvement.
Apply techniques and tools to improve the output quality of processes by identifying and removing the causes of defects and minimizing variability in manufacturing-related processes.
Identify, document, communicate, and standardize best practices to reduce defects.
Implement a systematic approach to NCR performance management, tracking, trending, and reporting.
Identify technical competencies required by different manufacturing trades to build products per Engineering technical documentation.
Assist in the implementation of quality-related systems, processes, and tools.
Coordinate and perform internal process audits.
Prepare inspection test reports.
Interpret Design Engineering data (including blueprints, Bills of Material, specifications), and customer requirements.
Develop positive relationships and work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing leaders, and shop floor personnel to manage and implement changes related to quality improvements.
Identify and report any quality concerns and take immediate corrective action as required.
Job Requirements:
REQUIRED
Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
5+ years of experience in Quality or Engineering (with Quality focus) in an industrial-related business.
5+ years of demonstrated experience with quality-related continuous improvement programs.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical notes, procedures, and specifications.
Demonstrated skills related to problem-solving, decision-making, judgment, leadership, root-cause analyses, and team collaboration to lead and influence others to drive change.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Demonstrated report-writing skills.
Strong communication and facilitation skills between functions – verbal and written.
Strong knowledge in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
Able to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to evoke critical thinking.
PREFERRED
Root Cause Analysis Incident Investigation Training.
Lean & Six Sigma Training.
Weatherford enterprise and management systems knowledge.
Document management and control experience.
Experience using JDE.
Experience leading in a matrixed organization.
Company Overview
Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.
When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger – a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other's successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford.#J-18808-Ljbffr