Engineering and Quality Supervisor
Location: Santa Clara, Ca.
Permanent / Direct Hire
Salary: $95k - $110k per annum
Summary
The primary function of the Engineering and Quality Supervisor is to safely perform engineering evaluations and failure analysis on components. Work is to be performed in accordance with established QA procedures and standard testing and client specifications. Candidates will perform the role of advisor and consultant to element Clients in regards to metallurgical analysis, testing requests and other technical support.
This candidate will participate in departmental budgetary planning, and report financial activities to senior management, and oversight of test method and laboratory capability development aligned with departmental growth objectives. The candidate will provide periodically departmental assessments to senior management.
* Meet with clients to determine their requirements; develop proposals for larger projects, including cost estimates, project plan, and terms and conditions
* Responsible for personnel management of assigned staff including hiring, training, and assignments, performance evaluations, salary administration, discipline, and employee morale
* Responsible for project management including staff assignments, equipment allocations, schedules, and costs
* Responsible for the development and implementation of the annual budget of the department
* Schedule tests, analyze test results, and prepare high-quality professional reports
* Perform root cause failure analysis investigations, which includes the following laboratory activities:
* Safely operate and maintain lab equipment in compliance with company requirements
* Establish and maintain client contact for the purposes of market/account development, understanding customers' needs, building personal relationships, ensuring satisfaction, and maintaining a professional consulting image
* Provide consultation to both internal and external clients regarding materials performance
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other Duties not listed may be assigned.
Data Analysis/Communication/Issue Resolution - Prevention % of Job - 75%