Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Org Marketing Statement

Founded in 1917, Parker Hannifin Corporation is a $19.9 billion global company.

With annual sales of $19.9 billion in fiscal year 2024, Parker Hannifin is the world's leading diversified manufacturer of motion and control technologies and systems, providing precision-engineered solutions for a wide variety of mobile, industrial and aerospace markets.

The company has operations in 43 countries around the world.

Parker has increased its annual dividends paid to shareholders for 68 consecutive fiscal years, among the top five longest-running dividend-increase records in the S&P 500 index.

Parker's engineering expertise and broad range of core technologies uniquely positions the company to solve some of the world's greatest engineering challenges.

By partnering with customers, Parker improves their productivity and profitability and seeks new ways to solve humanity's biggest challenges.

Headquartered in Richmond, California, Parker Hannifin's Veriflo Division delivers proven gas and fluid delivery systems and components to customers around the globe. We have the ability to integrate multiple technologies into unique solutions that require the highest levels of precision and performance in cost-effective packages.

For semiconductor tool manufacturers, Veriflo offers ultra-high purity stainless steel and fluoropolymer fittings, valves, regulators and manifolds for VMBs, CMBs, tooling modules, wafer cleaning, wet etching and other specialized microelectronics processing applications.

This high-tech market is constantly evolving, and Parker offers an extensive portfolio of products to support the demands of cleanliness and surface preparation for every process.

Working at Parker is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a family of more than 61,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Parker, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community, and make a real impact. Visit us on www.parker.com/veriflo

Position Summary

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Quality Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of product quality throughout the production process in our Tucson, AZ facility. They will also work to develop and implement quality control systems, outline effective process control plans. Also, this is a dynamic position since is going to work with Suppliers addressing issues/opportunities affecting production flow processes.

On a daily basis with cross-functional support, they will manage the internal/in-process quality operations of our machining, injection molding, and assembly processes by evaluating manufacturing processes, identifying non-conformities and performance concerns, coordinating problem-solving / Root cause analysis; providing feedback to suppliers in regards to findings at receiving and/or detected at production processes; and implementing preventive solutions. This role will be critical in advocating and supporting the quality and business objectives within Parker Hannifin Corporation's WIN Strategy, by developing, modifying, applying and maintaining quality standards for products and processes.

Responsibilities

Scope / Supervision and Interaction:

• Reports to Plant Quality Manager
• Does not have direct reports
• Interacts cross-functionally with all internal departments and functions; with Suppliers/vendors. Will work most closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations-including Manufacturing Engineering, Lean, and Production teams-but will also frequently interact with Marketing, and Customer Experience.
  

Job Duties:

• Assess quality performance using statistical and analytical methods to evaluate the precision, reliability, and accuracy of products, processes, and production equipment. Create and implement various inspection and testing procedures.
• Recommend/analyze advanced inspection equipment to accurately measure and verify product dimensions and specifications.
• Develop and implement methods of using statistical process control to maintain product quality, and overall process performance. Ensure the processes implemented facilitate alerts to all necessary parties when quality and/or performance is at risk.
• Continuously observe and evaluate production processes, identify quality performance trends, and implement corrective and preventive actions by leading and/or participating in root cause analysis activities with internal teams.
• Conduct in-house process and product audits at a regular cadence to ensure compliance with quality requirements.
• Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing quality data. Develop training materials based on this data, and conduct sessions to drive understanding of, and adherence to, the proper quality control activities.
• Analyze process and product performance data, and use results to outline and establish quality systems, inspection plans, and procedures to ensure compliance with defined requirements.
• Apply continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles to refine and enhance products and processes in production areas.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending workshops, reviewing publications, and participating in industry networks and professional associations.
• Work with suppliers to establish quality standards for incoming materials and components, conducting audits and assessments as needed.
• Maintain records/database of Suppliers performance, and address Supplier Corrective Actions when is needed.
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (preferably Mechanical, Industrial, or Quality Engineering) or other related discipline.
• 5+ years experience in Quality, Engineering, or other related field - must be within manufacturing environment
• 3+ years working within a manufacturing facility with machining processes
• 3+ years of experience working with Quality systems, programs, audits, and procedures
• Extensive experience with various mechanical inspection tools and methods
• Experience in advanced inspection equipment including Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), Vision Measuring Machines (VMM), or similar
• Experience working with supplier development programs (Supplier Quality Engineering)
• Demonstrated experience in guiding structured change management activities across an organization, with the capability to prepare, support, and train stakeholders, and continuously evaluate process effectiveness and adoption
  

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

• Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills, with ability to identify and resolve quality issues effectively
• Excellent analytical abilities and comprehensive understanding of Quality tools (8D, FMEA, Control Plans, etc.)
• Experience training personnel on key Quality tools, problem solving, procedures
• Proven experience leading functional and cross-functional teams on projects, with demonstrated success in achieving the project goals
• Excellent hands-on experience working directly with production personnel to solve quality problems and improve quality control processes
• Demonstrated knowledge of ISO9001 (or related) auditing, management, and maintenance. Lead or Internal Auditor Certification preferred.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand complex part drawings and specifications
• Ability to concisely explain complex issues supported with data
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Experience with key manufacturing processes including assembly and machining, and the required techniques to manage quality performance
  

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

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Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.