Quality Engineer I

By living according to a common set of values, we create a culture that unifies, embraces the uniqueness we all bring to the company, and positions Integer for long-term success. At Integer, our values are embedded in everything we do. Customer We focus on our customers’ success Innovation We create better solutions Collaboration We create success together Inclusion We always interact with others respectfully Candor We are open and honest with one another Integrity We do the right things and do things right Who are we?     Integer is a global organization providing innovative, high-quality technologies and manufacturing to Medical Device OEM’s (original equipment manufacturers) to enhance the lives of patients worldwide and a provider of high-end niche batteries for specialized applications in the energy, military, and environmental markets. We are guided by our six Values, including focus on Customers, Innovation, Collaboration, Inclusion, Candor, and Integrity. Working at Integer means you are part of a team passionately pursuing excellence in all that we do and always reaching for the next great achievement. What   you’ll   do in this role:   The primary purpose of this position is to perform work which involves   general   engineering   methods and tools .     As an entry level engineer, you will e nsure   that   Integer’s internal and external customer expectations are met or exceeded   with the direction, instruction and guidance from more experienced engineers and managers in your organization .     You adhere   to Integer’s Values and all safety, environmental, security and quality requirements including, but not limited to: Quality Management Systems (QMS), Safety, Environmental and Security Management Systems, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, company policies and operating procedures, and other regulatory requirements.    Manufacturing Support:   You will support regulatory and agency inspections, audits, investigations, and inquiries regarding the control and assessment of product design and manufacturing quality.   You will monitor manufacturing of assigned products, assuring compliance with   DMR   while providing deviation/waiver guidance and assuring complete and correct Device History Records are maintained.   You will review the adequacy and correctness of changes to Bill of Materials (BOM’s), Assembly Procedures, Drawings, Component Specification, FMEAs, Control Plans, etc.   You will participate in continuous improvement projects.   You will assist with product transfers.   You will perform work on technical projects where you will follow Integer’s standard quality management and production system methodologies to investigate opportunities for product and process improvements.   You are expected to collaborate with others in the exchange of information, ask questions and regularly check for understanding in support of your development as an engineer.   Create   T est   M ethods :   You will support generation and completion of protocols and reports for test method validations.   You will interface with Manufacturing Engineers to review processes for new and existing products and coordinate process validations and capability studies. Recommends process monitoring devices where applicable.   You will develop various inspection techniques and procedures to ensure product integrity to design specifications. Responsible for the writing,   approval,   and implementation of Incoming, In-Process and Final Inspection procedures.    Support Non - C o nforming   M aterial   P r o cess:   You will ensure that the disposition of non-conforming materials   meet   all necessary   procedures   and assure adequacy of corrective actions to prevent re-occurrence.   You will lead and manage complaint investigations.    You will participate in plant   CAPA   activities, including analysis of data and trends in complaints, supplier quality, nonconforming material, training effectiveness, and root causes analysis.    You will apply standard data analysis practices and   observe products and processes   to establish root cause for product and process failures or to support the justification for improvements to products and processes.   Support Site Quality Activities :   You will support internal quality audit activities , as applicable .   You embed Q uality– “I own Quality.”    You   are a   standard   bearer for Quality in everything we do at Integer, by assuring adherence to our Quality Management System (QMS),   supporting   to corrective and preventive actions   investigation and implementation , and contributing   to   the successful attainment of our quality KPI’s and   journey to differentiated quality.   You   may   perform   other duties as needed and as directed   by your line of supervision.   S upport   Integer’s Manufacturing Excellence and Market Focused Innovation Strategies   Strategy Alignment   through Site Hoshin Plan s, Quality Plans, Validation master plans, associated quality improvement imperatives, and regular updates to QA / RA weekly and monthly metrics, supporting the   journey to differentiated quality .     Leadership of Sustained Change   ensuring customer change notifications are initiated and completed, as necessary, and supporting continuous improvement activities as required.   Standardization   through workplace organization &   visual   controls (5S), Manufacturing Standard Work, and robust training &   certification   programs where applicable.    Associate Engagement   promoted through the adoption of standardized problem solving. methodologies, behavior-based safety programs, and improvement idea and suggestion systems.   Systems & Process Optimization   through adoption of principles of   built - in - quality .       #IND1 Salary Range $64,350 - $85,800 Our total rewards program is designed to attract, retain, and moti