Quality Engineer - Adhesives - Bachmann Chemical and Engineering

About Us

Dymax, part of the Bachmann Chemical & Engineering family of brands is based out of Torrington, Connecticut. Dymax is globally recognized as a pioneer in the development of light-curable adhesives and curing equipment. Today, our expansive portfolio of innovative adhesives, coatings, and maskants are supported by dispense solutions and cutting-edge UV and LED light-curing equipment. Unlike our competitors who supplying standard products, Dymax focuses on the customer experience by tailoring solutions that help customers lower costs, reduce their carbon footprint, improve efficiency, and drive profitability. Our focus on being a customer intimate organization has led us to where we are today: a rapidly expanding force within our industry, an innovative product portfolio, extraordinary employees, and a bright future based on creating quality offerings with a dedication to business growth.

About You

We’re seeking a result-focused, innovative, self-driven, and well-qualified individual to join our talented team as our Quality Engineer - Adhesives. Based out of our Torrington Connecticut location, you will Ensure Dymax adhesives meet quality and compliance standards through the hands-on installation and evaluation of quality process sampling systems, procedures, and statistical techniques. Promoting continuous improvement and innovation in quality assurance methodologies by conducting internal audits, specifying inspection and testing mechanisms, analyzing production norms, and revising specifications and manufacturing processes as needed.

In addition, you will:

• Establish, manage, maintain and creating awareness of quality standards by formulating quality assurance plans and procedures, and interfacing with customers, suppliers, Dymax engineering groups, and integrated product team managers to develop and conduct training on quality concepts and tools.
• Define and implement effective Corrective Action and Preventive Action (CAPA) plans by hands-on analyzing of quality issues with internal and external customers, suppliers, and operations management to identify deviations. Coaching colleagues to perform Root Cause Analyses, 8D, PFMEAs, and Control Plans to ensure sustainable solutions and continuous improvement.
• Ensure products meet specified quality standards and regulatory requirements by conducting inspections and audits, identifying areas for improvement and optimization, employing analytics to effectuate continuous improvements and change.
• Validate machinery and instrumentation performance standards and requirements by continually improving the inspection, calibration, testing, and modification of instrumentation, equipment, and mechanics to ensure conformance to customer requirements.
• Drive efficiencies into stage-gate processes by validating product manufacture prior to and post product commercialization, including testing equipment used in the lot acceptance of raw materials and finished goods.
• Oversee Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) reduction processes by investigating customer issues, audit findings, and quality concerns, performing RCCA on critical escapes, and verifying the effectiveness of corrective actions taken.
• Establish quality and reliability standards for finished products by developing and analyzing statistical data and product specifications. Identify opportunities for improvement and implement Lean and Six Sigma principles to optimize processes and reduce waste.
• Manage risks in production processes and methodologies by identifying and assessing potential risks and developing mitigation strategies. Establishing and maintaining inspection and testing protocols for incoming materials, work-in-process, and finished products.
• Create awareness and problem-solving responsiveness to Quality issues and initiatives by regularly interfacing across multiple company functions, particularly Operations Management, Supplier Quality, Product Excellence, and Customer Experience.

Requirements

You should have:

• BA/BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Quality Engineering, or equivalency.
• 3+ years’ experience in manufacturing, chemical manufacturing advantageous.
• 3+ years’ experience preferred in Quality Management Systems, specifically IATF and ISO9001.
• Analytical problem-solving skills such as DIVE, 5-Why, Fishbone, and 8D methods, Lean and Six Sigma experience.
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
• Microsoft Office and Minitab.  JD Edwards EnterpriseOne and EtQ are a plus.
• QMS, PPAP, Six Sigma methodologies, NPD, 8D experience.

Benefits

Our company offers its employees:

• Attractive salaries
• Personal growth opportunities
• Excellent benefits packages that include:

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401K)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Generous Paid Time Off and Public Holidays
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Free uniforms and footwear
• Training & Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Resources

Salary Range: $71,000-106,000

Our company takes the compensation of its employees very seriously and considers several factors when determining the total compensation package including but not limited to location, market range, skills, knowledge, experience, and abilities. The base salary range represents the low and high end of our company's salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range. The range listed is just one component of our company's total compensation packages for employees.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Our company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, domestic violence status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.