Quality Engineer, Professional Senior
Zebra Technologies · Morris Plains, NJ
- Level
- Senior
- Team
- Quality
- Base pay
- $86k–$129k
- Travel
- 10%
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A senior quality role at Zebra Technologies (industrial) in Morris Plains, NJ.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Six Sigma
- Base pay
- $86k–$129k
- Day to day
- about 10% travel
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About the role
Responsibilities
- ◆Takes initiative to gather data to investigate potential non-conformances. Collects data and uses data collected by others.
- ◆With minimal day to day instructions, conducts activities to support quality execution against key performance metrics. Responsible for regular monitoring / reviewing of business and operational processes to evaluate for continuous improvement opportunities.
- ◆Acts as advisor to less-senior technicians and/or engineers / suppliers in vetting non-conformances.
- ◆Completes audit training, as required.
- ◆Understands key quality metrics and current performance levels. Uses technology to visually present data and analyses in meaningful ways.
- ◆Leverages tools to simplify complex data or information to improve comprehension. Takes the initiative to create new adhoc reports to meaningfully represent business outcomes and drive decisions. May or may not recommend new standard reports based on data trends. Routinely summarizes information on defect data, process improvement data and analyses and recommendations to management. Participates in training technician and/or engineers within functional area by developing and deploying curricula and/or mentoring.
- ◆May represent the unit on project teams. May perform in project leadership role on projects of limited scope and impact.
- ◆Assists in building accurate schedules.
- ◆Resolves a wide range of issues in innovative as well as practical ways
- ◆Networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise.
- ◆Interacts with management and external stakeholders on matters requiring coordination across organizational lines.
Requirements
- ✓Education and training in quality disciplines is required.
Requirements
- ✓Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- ✓Work Experience: 5+ years
- ✓Problem solving and analytical ability.
- ✓Full knowledge of job related policies and procedures as
- ✓well as corporate policies and procedures.
- ✓Six Sigma training or similar certification / training.
- ✓Strong computer skills.
- ✓Effective communication and collaboration skills.
- ✓Travel
Requirements
10%
Day shift: Monday - Friday 8AM - 5PM
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Overview
At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.
Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.
You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about—locally and globally.
Come make an impact every day at Zebra.
What We're Looking For
Implements and maintains quality assurance protocols and methods. Designs methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of components and finished products.
Demonstrates practical knowledge of products / components within assigned area to anticipate and prepare for possible non-conformances. Demonstrates knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, as applicable. Essential Duties and
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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at workplace.accommodations@zebra.com .
Pay Range
$86,080.00 - $129,120.00 Annual
Zebra Total Rewards
Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.
Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.
Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.
Benefits
We understand the importance of work-life balance and wellbeing, which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including: hybrid work, adaptable hours, Summer Flex Fridays, Focus Fridays, and an annual companywide wel