Incoming Quality Engineer

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The Incoming Quality Engineer at Hitachi, Ltd. is responsible for ensuring the quality of incoming materials and components used in our manufacturing processes. This role plays a critical part in preventing defects, minimizing rework, and maintaining the high standards of Hitachi products.

How you'll make an impact:

. Develop, implement, and maintain incoming quality inspection plans and procedures based on engineering specifications, industry standards, and customer requirements.
. Perform thorough inspections and tests on incoming raw materials, components, and sub-assemblies to verify adherence to quality standards and specifications.
. Utilize various quality control tools and methodologies (e.g., CMM, optical comparators, gauges, statistical process control) for effective material evaluation.
. Identify, document, and investigate non-conforming materials, initiating appropriate corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
. Work closely with suppliers to resolve quality issues, implement supplier quality improvement programs, and conduct supplier audits as needed.
. Collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams to establish clear quality requirements and ensure seamless material flow.
. Analyze incoming quality data, identify trends, and generate reports to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
. Participate in new product introduction (NPI) processes to establish critical quality parameters for new components.
. Maintain accurate records of inspection results, non-conformances, and supplier performance.
. Stay updated on industry best practices, quality standards (e.g., ISO 9001), and relevant regulatory requirements.

Your back ground:

. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
. 3+ years of experience in quality engineering, specifically in an incoming quality or supplier quality role within a manufacturing environment.
. Strong understanding of quality control principles, tools, and methodologies (e.g., SPC, FMEA, 8D, PPAP).
. Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
. Experience with various measurement and inspection equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometers, CMM, optical inspection systems).
. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to conduct root cause analysis.
. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers.
. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
. Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management systems.
. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

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Background Screening and Security Checks

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