Quality Engineer

About the role

Armstrong Fluid Technology is expanding its Niagara Falls site and is looking for a Quality Engineer. The role works under the general supervision of the Quality Manager, within a cross-functional team of Production, Engineering and Materials, focusing on quality assurance and quality control. It covers continuous improvement, task planning and prioritization, and ensuring compliance of Armstrong products. The pay range is $75,000-$95,000 per year.

Key responsibilities

• Lead regulatory compliance activities for UL, CSA, ETL, NSF and Intertek for products made in North Tonawanda and Niagara Falls, including hosting audits, preparing reports and applications, handling nonconformances and maintaining databases.
• Maintain the Quality and Environmental Management Systems (ISO9001 and ISO14001) by preparing reports and documentation such as management reviews and quality records, and contribute to registration audits.
• Improve and maintain quality system documents such as standard operating procedures, work instructions and training documentation.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering and Design teams to review engineering specifications, design inspection protocols and implement quality plans.
• Process corrective action plans, including short-term actions, root cause analysis and implementation.
• Communicate quality issues internally (Customer Service, Purchasing, Engineering, Logistics, Production, other sites) and externally with customers and suppliers.
• Analyze inspection and test methodologies, and take part in FMEA, control plans and PPAP evaluation of new products and components.
• Establish and monitor quality metrics to achieve quality goals.

Required profile

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant technical discipline.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
• Physical ability to lift 20 pounds unassisted and to work in a non-air-conditioned environment.
• Visa sponsorship is not available.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with ERP systems; Infor LN is preferred.
• Knowledge of pumps, HVAC, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, motors, VFD drives, sensors and controls is preferred.

What we offer

• Medical, dental and vision insurance from the first day of employment.
• 401k match up to 5%.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Annual safety shoe and safety glasses reimbursement.