Aurora Operations Inc Hardware Quality Assurance Engineer II at Aurora Operations Inc supporting Quality Management System aligned with ISO 9001 standards. Role involves audits, data analysis, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with ISO 9001 standards for hardware product design and development processes.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, engineering, production, and operations to help integrate quality standards throughout the product lifecycle.
Participate in internal audits, risk assessments, and management reviews to help ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and support continuous improvement of the QMS.
Assist in coordinating and delivering quality-related training programs to increase awareness and encourage adherence to quality processes and standards.
Analyze data and metrics related to product quality, help troubleshoot issues, and support implementation of corrective actions as necessary.
Support quality improvement projects and initiatives, applying methodologies such as Six Sigma and Lean principles to enhance product quality and operational efficiency.
Contribute to ISO 9001-related inquiries and audit preparation, working with program leads and external auditors as required.
Maintain accurate documentation and records related to quality activities, audits, and compliance assessments.
Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and updates related to ISO standards, and recommend opportunities for improvement in quality management.
Use lean tools, statistical techniques and analytical methods to support problem solving, root cause discovery and corrective action (8D, 5-Why).
Track quality performance metrics, help prioritize issues, and drive continuous improvement activities with cross-functional teams.
Work on continuous improvement of quality processes and procedures and assist with development of quality objectives complementary to organizational objectives.
Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in EngineeringCertification in Quality ManagementDesirable qualificationsExperience with IATF 16949
Required
Practical experience with ISO 9001 quality management systems.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
Typically 3+ years of experience in Quality Engineering or related roles, with exposure to quality management systems, hardware product development, and operations. (Candidates with broader or deeper experience will also be considered.)
Working knowledge of ISO 9001 standards and quality management methodologies.
Experience with quality tools and techniques such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Statistical Process Control (SPC), and similar methods.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at multiple levels.
Detail-oriented with solid analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Certification in Quality Management, such as ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), is desirable but not required.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced team environment.
Desirable qualifications
Experience with IATF 16949, ISO 26262.
Familiarity with Minitab or other statistical software.