Production Quality Engineer
As a Production Quality Engineer within our industrial manufacturing division, you'll work closely with production teams and process engineers to ensure our processes deliver quality products. You will work from Materialise HQ in Belgium and will be part of a driven, dynamic, and international team
What you will do
- Focus on the process's robustness, including both technological and operational flow/logistical aspects; know the intended process and have a view of the process and its capabilities as it is executed
- Ensure the process is well described (in cooperation with the process owner) and can be executed as intended, including up-to-date procedures and standard worksheets for operators, traceability guarantees, logs of relevant production data for analysis, etc.
- Be the operators' contact person in case they encounter something blocking the execution of their process according to its standard
- Be directly responsible for following up on the operational quality indicator (KPIs) (delivery on time, machine capabilities, non-conforming products, product quality characteristics), and production/operational complaints
- Ensure consistent use of root-cause analysis tools to analyze incidents, install corrective actions, and identify preventive actions to improve using quality tools (e.g., CAPA, Ishikawa, DMAIC, etc.) for a structured approach
- The points above form the basis for continual improvement actions you will define in close cooperation with the quality and production manager; use a data-driven, structured approach and keep track of implemented improvements to ensure this point
- Drive weekly quality scrums with team leaders/operators where KPI results, incidents, etc., are discussed and ideas for continual improvement are initiated — you are an integral part of our quality cascade and the main source of information for monthly operational quality meetings.
- Identify the need and make suggestions for more in-depth analysis and/or improvements and liaise with the (business) process engineering team to further define these projects; follow up on CAPAs and G8Ds and their resulting actions when linked to the process you are following up on
Your profile
- You have a master’s degree in industrial engineering or equivalent through experience
- Preferably, you have experience as a process engineer or quality engineer in a production environment
- You have excellent communication skills in English and Dutch
- With your excellent analytical skills, creative approach, and concern for quality, you are able to define sustainable improvements
- You have a flexible, diplomatic personality, which enables you to interact with colleagues of all levels in the organization and helps you connect to different mindsets and personalities within the teams
- You’re a real team player and a good communicator
- You have a hands-on mentality and are able to work independently
- You are result-oriented, have a can-do attitude, and have excellent problem-solving skills; you see technical problems as a challenge/opportunity
Location and type of contract
- Leuven, Belgium
- Full-time
- On-site
- Associate level
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Working at Materialise
Materialise is a dynamic, international high-tech company, founded in 1990 and headquartered in Belgium, with over 2,300 employees worldwide. Materialise’s mission is to innovate for a better and healthier world through its software and hardware infrastructure and in-depth knowledge of additive manufacturing (also known as 3D printing). Our customers are in diverse industries, such as automotive, aerospace, medical, research, and academia.
As a growing company, Materialise is always looking for enthusiastic professionals who want to work in an environment full of revolutionary technology and surrounded by people passionate about their work.
What we offer
Healthy life-work balance
When creating a better and healthier world, a good place to start is with yourself. That's why we encourage our employees to prioritize their overall well-being, fostering physical fitness, mental resilience, and social connections through a range of workshops, sports activities, and other events and initiatives that contribute to a balanced and fulfilling work-life harmony.
Personal growth and career advancement
At Materialise, we’re committed to nurturing the professional development of our employees. We invest in our passionate people and empower them to explore and grow by offering diverse career paths that capitalize on their talents. Plus, we offer courses, external coaching programs, and in-house mentoring so that our employees can fulfill their potential.
Team building
We cultivate a positive work culture so our employees have an enjoyable professional environment. Collaboration is key, so we organize activities that unite our employees, such as after-work events and team lunches. We want all our staff to feel connected in an environment that promotes strong bonds based on trust, respect, empathy, and friendship.
Innovation is key
Innovation is not just a buzzword at Materialise; it's at the core of what we do. As pioneers in our industry, we create cutting-edge solutions, fostering an environment that supports and rewards ingenuity and leadership. We’re dedicated to shaping the future of 3D printing, recognizing and celebrating the creative spirit within all our global innovators.
Hybrid working & flexibility
At Materialise, we value the power of in-person connections and the advantages of remote work, allowing our employees the flexibility to enjoy the best of both worlds. You can work remotely up to 60% of the time and work flexible hours, depending on your particular role.
