Who is Shape?

SHAPE is a strategic combination of companies including KMT Waterjet, Flow International,  H20 Jet, AquaDyne, Advanced Pressure Systems (APS), Aquarese, TOPS Waterjet; Shape Mined Material; and Shape Process Automation.  Collectively, we provide an extensive portfolio of manufacturing process solutions to customers around the world. The core technology of SHAPE was founded in high pressure waterjet cutting, cleaning, and surface preparation.

We work together to develop intellectual properties that drive progress and raise the bar in service excellence, we set the standard for integrity, professionalism, and inclusiveness to meet the challenges of rapidly evolving industries. Tomorrow’s customers will require more innovative solutions, we continue to push the envelope in developing the advanced technologies and digital tools to solve manufacturing challenges at the pace and scale of the markets we serve.

 Who are we looking for?

As SHAPE continues to develop into exciting new markets, we welcome like-minded professionals who share our excitement and optimism for the future. Operating across multiple disciplines, we have ample opportunity for you to grow your career in our organization.

Shape believes their success lies in the talented people that work in their organization! Our philosophy is of community and a place where people can belong, thrive and succeed! We pride ourselves on being cultural champions of our brand and values.

What sets Shape apart from other companies?

SHAPE is invested in providing constant learning and development opportunities and offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits packages. We are a multinational, highly technical and innovative company that provides global career opportunities.  We seek creative ways to continuously improve. Collaboration and teamwork defines the way we work. We are always looking for team members that want to be ahead of the curve, using latest technologies to apply in every way we do business. Our employees are dynamic, highly talented and enjoy working in a fast-paced work environment.

We encourage you to look into employment opportunities at Shape Technologies Group.  Let’s build something together.

General Purpose:

The purpose of the Quality Engineer role is to monitor performance at a third party logistics provider, identifying opportunities and driving improvements in partnership with cross-functional representatives.  This position may be a 12-18 month position. We are open to private contractors with LLC's for this position.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drive awareness of quality escapes from the third party logistics (3PL) provider by presenting and interpreting customer complaint data.

• Drive the development and implementation of containment measures for the top escape issues identified.

• Drive and actively participate in the investigation of root cause for recurring and systemic problems.

• Ensure corrective actions are consistent with conclusions on cause and integrated into 3PL operating procedures.

• Audit 3PL for compliance with committed corrective and preventive actions and compliance with operational procedures.

• Interface with Flow personnel to manage inventory screening, quarantine/segregation of nonconforming material as necessary. Screening will require basic dimensional analysis of parts and visual inspection to enable rapid disposition and decision making.

• Monitor problems identified with inbound material from Flow or Flow’s suppliers. Summarize and analyze the data identifying top opportunities for improvement. Drive improvement activity with Flow stakeholders and quantify impact at 3PL.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to interpret and analyze data needed to assess quality performance.

• Strong problem-solving skills using structured problem solving approaches like DMAIC, 8D, Cause and Effect, 5 Why analysis etc

• Ability to work independently or with others on projects and function effectively in a team environment.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Technical expertise.

  • Ability to interpret blueprints and engineering drawings per ASME Y 14.5. 

  • Good working knowledge of computer analysis tools such as Minitab, Net inspect, Tableau, MS Office, etc.

  • Innovative/creative thinking.

  • Certified auditor qualification preferred.

Education and Experience

• Preference for an Industrial or quality engineer (ie: ASQ (American Society for Quality) certified QE

• 5 or more years of Quality and/or Production experience.

Shape Technologies Group and our companies operate as an equal opportunity employer.  Per regulations, any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities will be provided.  If you require disability related accommodations, please inform Human Resources.  All personal information that is collected will remain private and confidential. 

 We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.