Job Description:

Company OverviewStewart Connector's portfolio of products include one of the broadest ranges of Ethernet connectivity. Our interconnect products includes passive jacks, plugs and cable assemblies that provide connectivity in networking equipment. Modular plugs and cable assemblies are used within the structured cabling system, known as premise wiring. All connector products are designed to meet current performance standards including Category 6a regulations for Gigabit Ethernet and 10 Gigabit Ethernet applications.Primary Objective of PositionResponsible for the development, application, maintenance, and assessment of all quality functions related to assigned product areas within the facility, which include maintaining quality standards/requirements, quality planning, reporting, procedure development, corrective action activity, and collaborating with Supply Chain on supplier quality improvement. Establish and achieve planned performance levels in product conformance and process capability. Promptly report any variance from plan and recommend corrective action(s). Work with management to develop, optimize and implement policies creating a clear vision and the execution of a results-driven Quality Management System, which will create business-wide improvements and high levels of customer satisfaction and loyalty.Job ResponsibilitiesEnsure that corrective and preventive action processes are effectively identifying the root cause of issues, implementing corrective/preventive actions and validating plans to ensure quality systems are effective and problem resolution is permanently implemented.Serve as a change agent and implement measures that improve production methods, equipment performance, product quality and/or efficiency.Maintain routine data collection, entry, or reporting to assure product conformance, process capability, or equipment calibration.Develop and implement standards and methods for inspecting, testing, calibrating, and evaluation of materials, products, returns, equipment and processes.Devise sampling procedures and implement systems for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability data.Work with Management to further develop, optimize and improve Quality processes in support of ISO 9001 Quality Management Standards as applicable.Assist in the execution of a periodic Gap Analysis between established goals and objectives in terms of Quality system performance, organizational capability and rapidly develop and execute plans to close critical organization and quality system gaps.Adhere to company policies, procedures, and applicable budget requirements.Technical Job FunctionsWork with staff and coworkers to utilize quality improvement methods of assessment, planning, implementation, and validation.Conduct and provide support for mechanical/electrical testing for new and existing products, raw material, warranty returns and calibration. Compile and provide test reports with recommendations for improvement. Build simple test fixtures for material, product or process analysis.Assist in the development of written policies and procedures essential to the administration and operation of the Quality Management System. This includes timely updates as changes in Quality standards dictate.Improve and maintain First Article, Corrective Action, Supplier Corrective Action, and 8D Reporting processes.Devise sampling procedures and implement systems for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability ply with all applicable policies, procedures, rules and regulations.Assume other projects and responsibilities from time to time as directed.Education and ExperienceBasic QualificationsBachelor's Degree in a related discipline (i.e. EE, ME, IE, BS, etc.) and/or demonstrated equivalent education and skills/experience.Five years of Quality function and/or Engineering experience.Must have working knowledge and experience with Quality Management Systems, Quality function management, Electronic Resource Planning, Product Realization systems, problem solving methodologies, continuous improvement philosophies, and Lean/Six Sigma manufacturing practices.Demonstrated superior written and verbal communication skills.Aptitude to work without close supervision.Ability to interface and work well with all levels of management personnel and across/down functional lines.Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.Preferred QualificationsExperience in a similar manufacturing environment.Prior quality discipline exposure to Telecommunication, Aerospace and Space products and respective flowdown requirements.Professional member (i.e. Certified Quality Engineer, Black or Green Belt ASQ certification, QMS certification, etc.).Additional InformationLow level of travel to customer locations, Stewart Connector facilities and other Bel Fuse sites as needed.Work OpportunityBel will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.Equal Opportunity EmployerBel is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected Veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.