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Centrus Energy

Quality Assurance Engineer

Centrus Energy, Oak Ridge, Tennessee, United States, 37830


Job Description

Position Summary:

The Quality Engineer independently supports all areas of the American Centrifuge Operating-Oak Ridge Quality Assurance Program. Responsible for ensuring the requirements of the Quality Assurance Program Description (QAPD) and applicable implementing procedures are followed. Supports the manufacturing floor with quality issues, leads root cause analysis (RCA) investigations, drives corrective and preventative actions, produces and trends actionable key program metrics, and fosters continuous improvement.

Major Duties and Responsibilities: Coordinate with the Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Operations organizations to ensure QAPD requirements are met Assist in the development of fabrication and inspection plans and establishment of quality hold points Develop and improve quality management system procedures Determine sampling frequencies and quantities for inspection plans for manufactured and procured parts Conduct First Article Inspections Review inspections for completeness and accuracy Assist in implementation of nonconformance processing Lead the investigation of escapes to determine root cause and corrective action Review procurement specifications, design specifications, fabrication procedures, maintenance work packages, and other documents for incorporation of appropriate quality controls Perform supplier selection and performance evaluation activities Lead the development of Advanced Product Quality Planning activities including PFMEA's, Control Plans, and Measurement System Analysis Utilize product and process knowledge to develop and implement process and management system improvement opportunities Develop process capability metrics for products and utilize statistical methods to develop and implement capability improvements Lead evaluation of test equipment and precision measuring instruments Apply Lean principles to develop product, process, and manufacturing improvements Identify and document deficient conditions. Verify completion and effectiveness of corrective actions Plan and lead internal audits and assessments to evaluate the health of the overall quality program Review actions associated with audit and assessment findings and opportunities for improvement to ensure objective evidence is sufficient to support closure Train personnel on the quality management system Influence the prioritization and development of quality initiatives Position Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a technical field or an equivalent combination of education and technical experience Three or more years of quality engineering experience in manufacturing A minimum of three years experience developing and/or implementing quality assurance programs and procedures in an industrial setting Experience in leading QA audits Solid understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ANSI Y14.5 An understanding of statistics and practical application to the manufacturing environment Working knowledge of SPC and the deployment of quality tools and techniques Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management on quality issues Must possess or be able to obtain a DOE Q-level security clearance Desired Qualifications:

Bachelors of Science in Engineering with five years of experience in a manufacturing environment Prior quality assurance engineering experience Experience in high-precision metal forming, machining, or finishing processes Experience in composite manufacturing AS9145 or IATF 16949 Advanced Product Quality Planning program exposure AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) experience ASQ CQE, Six Sigma, and/or Lead Auditor certification Demonstrated experience using Lean Six Sigma tools Training and experience in root cause analysis Knowledge of NQA-1 regulatory requirements Previous leadership experience on Kaizen or Improvement projects Green Belt or Black Belt certification

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position will require a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.

Centrus Energy and all subsidiaries shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

"This position requires the successful candidate to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance. Candidates for positions requiring a security clearance are required to be tested for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4 prior to an offer of employment being made. In addition, once employed, employees will become part of a random drug testing program and may also be tested in the event of any incident causing injury or causing damage to property, or if it is determined that there is a reasonable suspicion the employee is under the influence of drugs or alcohol. This position will require a preemployment background check on the part of the Company and in order to receive a DOE security clearance, a background investigation by the Federal government. Subsequent Federal government reinvestigations may be required."

Centrus Energy Corp. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, Females/Minorities/Disabled/Vets