Product Quality Engineer II

Ultima Genomics is a rapidly growing company that is developing ground-breaking genomics technologies. Our mission is to continuously drive the scale of genomic information to enable unprecedented advances in biology and improvements in human health. We have developed a foundational new approach to sequencing at scale that overcomes limitations due to the high costs of current technologies. We are well-funded and have raised approximately $600 million from global top-tier investors. Our team brings together unique and diverse expertise across multiple disciplines, from healthcare and life sciences, to engineering, to technology and software and beyond. We are a collaborative group, including successful entrepreneurs, chemists, hardware and software engineers, genomics and biotechnology experts, molecular and computational biologists, software and algorithm experts, and operations and commercial leaders. Join us to develop and commercialize technologies that unleash the power of genomics at scale and empower the future of human health.

We are looking for a highly motivated Product Quality Engineer II to join our team!

Our Product Quality Engineer plays an important role in ensuring the company’s business success, through improving product quality. The primary objectives of this role include, but are not limited to, leading implementation and maintenance of manufacturing quality and continuous improvement programs, such as root cause/corrective action, production quality plans, incoming/final inspection and development of production quality KPIs.

In this role, you will work closely with the Operations teams to drive quality initiatives throughout manufacturing for both instrument and consumable products.

How You’ll Contribute

• Aid our Manufacturing team in a Product Quality Engineer role, focusing on Quality Control and Quality Assurance activities and projects to reduce system and assembly rework and non-conforming material
• Work in a fast-paced cross-functional, technologically advanced corporate environment focused on driving improvements throughout the instrument and consumables production departments
• Manage calibrated equipment program for all areas of the company
• Partner with engineering teams to develop and implement preventative maintenance program
• Establish and manage quality control, where appropriate
• Partner with appropriate teams to develop Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Champion standard practices of quality principles throughout manufacturing
• Partner with cross-functional teams to initiate product level failure analysis and help implement corrective action(s)
• Partner with manufacturing to implement 5S methodology
• Other duties as assigned
  

Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Biomedical/Bioengineering, Physics, Optical Engineering or closely related disciplines
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in Quality Engineering role
• Quality systems experience in a manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge and practical application of ISO 13485 requirements
• Participation in development/maintenance of Device History File
• Experience applying quality problem solving methods such as fishbone diagrams, FMEA, process capability analysis, SPC
• Experience with a variety of measurement and inspection techniques
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, willing to learn, and interested in working in a team environment
• Great work ethic and an enthusiasm for problem-solving
• Good presentation, writing and communication skills
• Strong organizational and analytical skills

At Ultima Genomics, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. This role pays between $85,000 and $100,000, if performed in California, and your actual base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending & health savings account; paid holidays; paid time off; employee assistance program; and other company benefits.

Ultima Genomics is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. See also Ultima Genomics’ EEO Policy and Know Your Rights. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting recruiting@ultimagen.com.