Job Description Summary

The Quality Process Engineer is an integral role in the Manufacturing Quality organization fully supporting Production, Engineering, and customer requirements to ensure consistently high quality wind turbines products are manufactured. Responsible for departmental operations planning/execution or is focused on execution of professional activities within a technical Quality discipline. Functions with some autonomy but guided by established policies or review of end results.

The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet standards of acceptability (quality, volume, timeliness etc.). Product quality review associated with the manufacturing process.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Verify conformance to specification by measuring and testing during in-house manufacturing. Perform incoming goods control, product inspections, witness points to control quality for items from external suppliers.
• Functionally own all aspects of Quality including but not limited to:
  • Development of Quality planning for each Customer unit.
  • Perform Challenge Reviews for each order.
  • Quality defect documentation and issue resolution.
  • Track and trend Quality defects, and lead projects to reduce or eliminate.
  • Final Quality documentation package completeness.

• Maintain both Quality Assurance and Quality Control of products, manufacturing processes and sourced components within the Cell.  Maintain all process documentation and Methods.
• Be accountable for all Cell Quality KPI’s (Severe Events, Escapes, and CoPQ), and develop strategies for improvement.  Provide the Quality updates at all Cell QMR’s and reviews.
• Proficient use of Quality systems (Power Now, Fiori, eSMS, WebCRT, Documentum).
• Participate in Root Cause investigations and develop Corrective and Preventative Actions for identified Quality issues (using HOP’s, RCA’s, and PSR’s).
• Perform Internal Audits, and document and resolve Audit findings.  Represent Cell during ISO 9001 and AS 9100 Audits.
• Act as the liaison between the Factory and Sourcing, Engineering, and Customer representatives to quickly resolve Quality issues.
• Utilizes in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline and analytical thinking and technical experience to execute policy/strategy.
• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market
• Uses some judgment and has some ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated manufacturing processes with technical variety and/or interdependent production cycles. Uses technical experience and analytical thinking. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own teams to arrive at decisions.
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field. Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or other technical area from an accredited university or college (Or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in manufacturing or quality position or relevant military experience).

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future
• This position is 100% onsite at the GE factory in Schenectady, NY

Desired Characteristics

• Minimum 3 years in a manufacturing quality role.
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively​.
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed.​
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative​.
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker.
• Strong understanding of QMS, ISO 9001, and AS 9100.
• Methodical thought process with acute attention to detail
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills with the ability to speak and communicate effectively with both senior management and production teams.
• Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.

The base pay range for this position is  $90,400.00 -$115,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for  10% performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. ​

*The company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas.

​ Date expected to close from career site on 3/29/24 or when suitable candidate identified)

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.  ​

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.