Quality Assurance/Control at Lincoln Electric

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 11,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.

 Location: Macomb - Macomb, MI, United States (US)
Employment Status: Hourly Full-Time
Function: Quality Assurance/Control
Req ID: 25003 

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Quality Assurance is a vital part of any aerospace operation as it ensures that all operations are conducted in a safe and reliable manner. In order to be an effective Quality Assurance Engineer, one must have a comprehensive understanding of Aerospace Engineering and Quality Assurance principles, as well as the ability to interpret and analyze data. The ideal candidate must have an understanding of quality management systems and processes, along with strong problem solving and communication skills.

The candidate must be able to identify any potential issues or risks that could compromise safety, performance, or reliability and take appropriate corrective action. Experience in auditing, inspection, and testing procedures is essential for success in this role. Possessing these skills and qualifications, a Quality Assurance Engineer can help to ensure the highest quality standards are met here at Baker Industries.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Documenting and reporting product or service quality levels
• Developing a workflow or AS9102 Form 3 for product inspection
• Following up with the appropriate channels when mistakes are found
• Evaluating adequacy of Quality Assurance standards
• Devising sampling procedures and directions for recording and reporting quality data
• Reviewing the implementation and efficiency of quality and inspections systems
• Investigating customer complaints and non-conformance issues
• Collecting and compiling statistical quality data
• Analyzing data to identify areas for improvement in the quality system (Continuous Improvement)
• Developing, recommending, and monitoring corrective and preventive actions
• Preparing reports to communicate results of quality inspection activities to management
• Monitoring risk management activities
• Assuring ongoing compliance with quality and industry regulatory requirements
• Prioritizing work and meeting deadlines
• Recognizing and maintaining the confidentiality of all materials in the work setting.
• Possessing a keen eye for detail; Aerospace Quality Assurance Analysts need to have excellent attention to detail to ensure they notice any defects in the products they examine.
• Aerospace Quality Assurance Analysts may need to examine complex parts, so it’s important for them to be able to identify any issues. This can help ensure the product is safe for use and that it meets the standards of the company and the customer.
• The ability to consistently identify mistakes across thousands of inspections characteristics.
• The ability to closely follow International Quality Standards as well as customer requirements.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Problem-solving: Use problem-solving skills to identify potential issues with a product and propose solutions to fix them.  Use problem-solving skills to identify the source of a defect, determine the best way to repair it, and verify that the repair was successful. Use problem-solving skills to identify the root cause of a production delay and propose a solution to prevent it from happening again.
• Communication and Teamwork Ability: Communication is another important skill to have as it is needed to convey findings to colleagues and management. Ability to effectively communicate with and work in teams.  Need to be able to explain their findings to their management in a way that is easy to understand.
• Additional job duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Proven work experience as a Quality Assurance Engineer or DSQR. 
• Relevant training, experience, and/or certifications as a Quality Assurance Engineer. 
• Experience with flight hardware is a must. 
• Working knowledge of AS9100, AS9102, AS13100, ISO 9001, and other relevant quality standards. Must have strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and databases.  Experience with DISCUS is a plus.
• Working knowledge of tools, methods, and concepts of quality assurance.

• High school diploma/GED, prior certification as a DSQR for any Aerospace Prime contractor, or equivalent work experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical demands 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.

The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is required frequently to work from ladders and scaffolds. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

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

EXPORT CONTROL DISCLAIMER

This position will include access to data, technology, and/or software source code that is subject to U.S. export controls under International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employment with The Lincoln Electric Company (D/B/A Baker Industries) is contingent upon either verifying U.S. person status or obtaining any necessary authorizations. Applicants will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes and information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. The Lincoln Electric Company, at its sole discretion, may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled data, technology, and/or software source code may require authorization. The Lincoln Electric Company may also decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Lincoln Electric Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Baker Industries complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, or disability.

HARASSMENT POLICY

The Lincoln Electric Company expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Baker Industries’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

ATTENTION: THIRD-PARTY RECRUITERS

Lincoln Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Resumes submitted to any employee(s) of Lincoln Electric without a signed vendor agreement, by the Manager of Recruiting & Training, will become the property of Lincoln Electric. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of Lincoln Electric will not be considered binding terms. Lincoln Electric will not pay a fee to any third-party recruiter that has not coordinated their recruiting activity through the Recruiting Department.

DISCLAIMER

This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be modified at any time at the Employer’s sole discretion.

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.