Quality Assurance Engineer Job at Howard Industries, Meridian, MS

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  • Howard Industries
  • Meridian, MS

Job Description

Quality Assurance Engineer

About Howard:

Howard Industries is the leading manufacturer of liquid-filled distribution transformers for the utility and commercial/industrial markets with over 3200 employees (the 2nd largest private employer in Mississippi) and 800 million in revenue. The corporation consists of 5 main divisions: Howard Transformers, which is the largest producer of distribution transformers in the U.S., Howard Lighting, Howard Transportation, Howard Technology Solutions, and the newest division, Howard Medical. Howard Industries offers an excellent compensation and benefits package and is located in Laurel, Mississippi, a charming and historic city located thirty minutes from Hattiesburg, one hour from the Gulf Coast and two hours from New Orleans.

Job Description:

The Quality Assurance Engineer works with the Quality Assurance Manager and other personnel to track and improve product quality.

  • Work on projects specifically related to improving product quality
  • Track effectiveness of projects with data analysis tools
  • Conduct root cause investigations and develop effective corrective and preventive actions
  • Collect cost/benefit data to justify projects and present to management
  • Investigate application of new technologies to improve quality
  • Maintain and improve quality databases and reporting systems
  • Lead quality improvement teams of employees from all departments
  • Work with design engineers to implement changes which improve quality
  • Communicate with customers to resolve complaints
  • Coordinate with customers to resolve complaints
  • Visit customer’s locations to discuss product quality

Job Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (EE or ME) from an accredited university
  • Willing to work 45-hour work week
  • Willing to travel occasionally (<10%)
  • Good written and oral communication skills
  • Enthusiastic, fast learner, self-starter, problem solver
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access
  • Statistical analysis skills and knowledge of quality systems is a plus
  • Quality certifications a plus (CQE, CQA, Six Sigma Green or Black Belt, etc.)
  • Experience or knowledge of transformers or electrical products a plus

Benefits:

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401K Retirement
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation

Equal Opportunity Employer Vet/Disabled

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