Job Posting Start Date 08-13-2025 Job Posting End Date 11-12-2025

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Job Summary

Summary:

The “Quality Engineer” will be based in Buffalo Gove, IL. In this role, you will be maintaining quality engineering programs, standards and improvements within the organization.

Responsibilities:

Develops and initiates standards and methods for inspection, testing and evaluation.Devises sampling procedures and designs and develops forms and instructions for recording, evaluating and reporting quality and reliability data.Develops and implements methods and procedures for disposition of discrepant material and devises methods to assess cost.Directs workers engaged in measuring and testing product and tabulating data concerning materials, product or process quality and reliability.Compiles and writes training material and conducts training sessions on quality control activities.Holds up Product Engineers and Quality Program Managers with customer interfaces as necessary on quality related issues.Assures data availability and integrity for all quality related data. Consolidates and reports quality results.Assists with development and implementation of quality audits.In charge of developing, applying, revising and maintaining quality standards for processing materials into partially finished or finished products.Designs and implements methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and/or production equipment.Establishes program to evaluate precision and accuracy of production equipment and testing, measurement and research of equipment and facilities.Approves product, process and equipment qualifications.Provides liaison to various regulatory bodies.Working in accordance with deadlines for delivery of customer requirements.Implementing methods to inspect, test and evaluate the reliability of manufacturing processes, products and production equipment.Complete Corrective Action and Preventive Action (CAPA) tasks as assigned, and support other Quality Engineers in CAPA Coordination. Conduct and document investigations, participate in Root Cause Analysis, document corrective / preventive actions, document verification of effectiveness of corrective and/or preventive actions.Meet Key Performance Indicator (KPI) targets for NCRs, CAPAs, Training, and other site quality metrics. Supports Distribution Operations as assigned.Analyse current and future procedural needs of the business Report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in order to adhere to process and prevent occurrence of any non-conformity relating to product, process or system Keep up with current and developing manufacturing and engineering trends that concern product quality Undertake special projects as required Write reports and present progress at project meetings and to clients Independently determine approach and assigned tasks  Lead and/or support trainee engineersCommunicate efficiently throughout the shop floor and with own and customer’s management 

Qualifications:

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience.Typically requires 4 years of experience in engineering in the high technology electronics industry or related field.Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations and permutations.Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory and factor analysis.Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form, and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.Mechanical & Electrical Tools: taps and dies, alignment tools, measuring tools. Office skills: telephones, data entry, office software to include, word processing, spreadsheet and presentation package.Demonstrates operations and technical skills and understanding of Flex’s functional standards.Demonstrates working knowledge of functional concepts and a solid understanding of Flex policies and procedures. Typically requires some knowledge of computerized electronic test equipment and programming.Demonstrates advanced functional and technical skills and basic process skills. Demonstrates advanced/thorough knowledge of the function and Flex business.Typically requires skill and troubleshooting, and diagnostics, and overview of the entire test process and the ability to train othersCertification as a lead auditor is considered an asset. o ASQ certification as a quality engineer is considered an asset.2 years minimum’ experience operating in any Engineering position, preferably Quality Systems Engineering in a highly regulated environment (medical devices, biotech, pharmaceuticals, etc.) is optimal.Knowledge of 21 CFR Part 820 preferred, with knowledge of , ISO 13485, and any other medical device industry international standards a plus. Formal education developing problem solving skills, analytical skills. Specific tolls such as process mapping, histograms, FMEA, Cause and Effect Diagrams, etc. preferred.Able to work within a cross-functional team environment.Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment 

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

Full range of medical, dental, and vision plansLife InsuranceShort-term and Long-term DisabilityMatching 401(k) ContributionsVacation and Paid Sick TimeTuition Reimbursement

Pay Range (Applicable to Illinois)$74,500.00 USD - $102,500.00 USD Annual

Job CategoryQuality

Relocation: Not eligible

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

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