Quality Control Engineer Supervisor

Kyocera International, Inc. is hiring a Quality Control Engineer Supervisor at our Vancouver, WA facility!

Kyocera International, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of state-of-the-art, high-technology products which are used in a variety of industries including aerospace, automotive, industrial and semiconductor. We have an excellent benefit package, check out these PERKS!

• 120 hours of vacation accrued per year to start (that's 3 weeks/year for regular 8-hour shifts!)
• 10 Paid Holidays per year
• 401(k)
• 401(k) company match
• Pension
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible schedules
• Tuition reimbursement
• On-site workout room

With nearly 80,000 employees globally, Kyocera is a leading manufacturer of high-tech Ceramics which are used in a variety of industries including aerospace, automotive, medical applications, and semiconductor processing. You will find our innovative materials in everything from smart phones to space shuttles! We have a long tenured staff (many with over 30 years of service!), a strong company mission, and an excellent benefit package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid time off to Volunteer, paid leave options, Tuition Reimbursement, an Employer paid Pension and a 401(k) with both Roth and a healthy company match. Many of our larger locations also feature onsite gyms, walking tracks, exercise rooms and even employee gardens.

Kyocera International, Inc. also has a wonderful and robust corporate culture and philosophy based on the experiences and writings of our founder, Dr. Kazuo Inamori, which you can learn more about here: https://global.kyocera.com/inamori/philosophy/

PAY RANGE - $95K to $121K

Shift - Monday to Friday

The Quality Control Engineer Supervisor is a highly skilled and experienced position that will ensure the accuracy, reliability, and compliance of measurement systems, instruments, and processes. This role will be responsible for providing technical assistance on inspection systems, methods, and processes to meet quality standards and regulatory requirements. The Quality Control Engineer Supervisor will assign tasks, check work, and maintain staffing and production schedules as well as manage inspection programmers and dimensional/visual inspectors. Reports to the Quality Manager.

Requirements:

* Bachelor's degree in Metrology, Engineering, Engineering, or a related field. OR 7 years of experience in metrology or quality assurance, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or leadership role.

* Strong understanding of metrology principles, standards, and methodologies.

* Excellent written or oral communication skills.

* Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks while working in a fast-paced environment.

* Strong analytical and problem solving skills

* Ability to work well with team members and members of other departments at various levels.

* Intermediate level SAP or ERP experience, strong MS Office skills

* Eligible to work in an ITAR environment.

* Ability to pass a background check and drug test

* 20/20 unaided or corrected vision

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate the inspection lab activities, including workload assignment, training, and performance management. Develop staff through training and mentoring.
• Ensure compliance with metrology procedures & best practices for inspection processes.
• Perform complex calibrations and measurements and provide technical expertise and guidance to staff as needed.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and standards to determine inspection & equipment requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, and engineering, to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and implement metrology procedures, protocols, and work instructions to ensure consistency and accuracy of inspection processes.
• Assist in maintaining metrology/inspection equipment, documentation, maintenance logs, and equipment specifications.
• Develop continuous improvement initiatives to enhance metrology/inspection processes, techniques, and efficiency for production.
• Stay current with advancements in metrology technology, standards, and regulations through training and professional development activities.
• Adhere to safety protocols, quality standards, and company policies and procedures.
• Be the inspection subject matter expert (SME) on drawing review, new equipment evaluation, etc. for production support.
• Support calibration analysis and gauge R&R of measurement devices.
• Enable environmental & process controls for micron & sub-micron measurement ability.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong technical expertise in metrology principles, standards, and methodologies.
• Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T - ASME Y14.5, ISO 9001, and other industry related standards and specifications.
• Strong ability to program optical comparators and coordinate measurement machines (CMM) in a variety of different programing languages.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience in a metrology or related field.
• Proficiency in using metrology equipment and software, as well as statistical analysis tools and techniques.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot technical issues and implement effective solutions. Maintain flexibility, listen, and respond in manner to convey data clearly and informatively to non-technical personnel both internally and externally.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy, precision, and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate technical information clearly and concisely.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is continuously required to talk or hear; frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms; and occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; and .

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change and other duties may be assigned or removed at any time.
This position may require exposure to information subject to US Export Control regulations, i.e.: the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be US persons within the meaning of US regulations.
Kyocera International, Inc. values diversity in its workforce, and is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Kyocera International, Inc.'s Human Resources team directly.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.