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Quality Engineer

W. L. Gore & Associates · Elkton, MDtoday
$95k – $142kfrom the posting

BS-level Quality / Testing roles on Crosslinked list a median of $108k (200 that show pay).

Own product specifications and test methods and lead quality support from NPD to production for Gore intermediate products.

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Why it is interesting. Owns product specifications and test methods across the NPD-to-commercial transition at Gore, working closely with process engineers.

Might not be for you. Quality-systems heavy (MOC, NCMR, ISO 9001) with only a preference, not a requirement, for ePTFE materials knowledge.

Deep specialistSmall team BS acceptable Realistic requirements

Adjacent materials roleQuality Engineer owning intermediate product specifications and test methods at Gore; desired: experience with ePTFE material handling; Material Science degree accepted

Seniority
Mid-level
Work
Hybrid
Type
Full-time
Degree
BS
Experience
3+ yrs
Industry
General manufacturing
Role
Quality / Testing
Materials
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision from day 1

Role details

About The Role

We are looking for a Quality Engineer to join the Gore Performance Solutions Quality Team in support of the Intermediates Supply Group. In this role you will support manufacturing by providing technical quality support from the New Product Development to Production transition, for commercial product manufacturing, and for derivative product development. Daily activities will include determining and mitigating risk to product, owning product specifications, evaluating product quality, responding to trends in quality metrics, improving test methods and processes, and hands-on problem solving.

This position will be located at our facility in Elkton, Maryland, with the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement, and requires flexibility to work from two locations within the cluster as business needs require.

Pay And Benefits

  • $95,000 - $142,000 per year
  • Factors considered in extending an offer within this pay range include (but not limited to) education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Medical, Dental and Vision benefits effective on Day 1 of employment! We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive benefits. More details are available at www.gore.com/careers/benefits

Responsibilities

  • Provide change management input and signoff for technical quality reviews ensuring Fitness for Use (FFU) and the quality system requirements are being met
  • Work with cross functional teams to bring NPD projects into commercial prodution including both product and equipment IQ/OQ/PQ
  • Develop, validate, and document test methods, inspection and testing processes, visual standards, and sampling plans
  • Work with internal partners to develop and own Intermediate Product Specifications
  • Ensure product requirements are appropriately applied across the value stream
  • Work with internal partners to identify and resolve issues or concerns and drive improvement activities.
  • Identify and mitigate risks due to calibration events, including the possibility of customer notification
  • Investigate and disposition NCMR materials
  • Gain an understanding of product processing and collaborate with process engineers in a small team setting.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science (such as Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Reliability Engineering, Material Science) with a minimum of 3 years of post-graduation engineering experience
  • Demonstrated experience with quality tools such as Management of Change, Non-conformances, Customer Complaints, and Supplier Corrective Action Requests
  • Experience working with ISO9001 quality systems, documentation, and methodologies
  • Experience successfully interacting with cross-functional teams and influencing others with strong verbal and written communication
  • Strong knowledge of quality tools such as Design of Experiments (DOE), Gage R&R/MSA, Statistical Process Control (SPC), 5 Why, Ishikawa/Fishbone, and 8D
  • Ability to make effective risk-based decisions, including the use of FMEA
  • Ability to apply engineering fundamentals and statistical tools to develop, optimize, and troubleshoot activities
  • Ability to initiate, prioritize, drive to completion, and concurrently manage multiple products and projects in an ambiguous, dynamic environment
  • Ability to both work independently and collaborate effectively as part of a team
  • Ability to travel up to 5%

Desired Qualifications

  • ASQ CQE or CSSBB
  • Experience with ePTFE material handling
  • Experience with succesfully transitioning products from NPD to commercial production

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement in the country from which the Associate is employed. Eligibility is dependent on the responsibilities of the role and business needs, and the Associate must agree to comply with Gore’s work arrangement policies.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Quality Engineer role at W. L. Gore & Associates?

The listed annual base salary range is $95K–$142K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Does W. L. Gore & Associates sponsor H-1B visas?

W. L. Gore & Associates has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Quality Engineer role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Quality Engineer role at W. L. Gore & Associates based?

This role is based in Elkton, MD. Work arrangement: Hybrid.

What degree is required for the Quality Engineer role at W. L. Gore & Associates?

This role requires a BS.

How many years of experience does this Quality Engineer role require?

The posting calls for at least 3 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Quality Engineer role work with?

ePTFE.

What techniques or methods are required for this Quality Engineer role?

Gage R&R/MSA, Statistical Process Control, Design of Experiments.