What does a Quality Engineer do?

[@NoBubbles]

Every qualified quality engineer should be following some type of six sigma based problem solving approach. Key word here is “qualified”

[@TomMentink]

Yes, so true. And well, that qualified qualifier… The difference between theory and practice is that in theory there is no difference while in practice there is 😅

[@eshiakozakura2649]

I am currently a QA Inspector, attending an interview soon for the QA Engineer position. It was a bit confusing at first, but along the explanation, i understand the relation between my current position and QAE. Thank you, sir!

[@WtfReal]

Did you have to get a degree?

[@tule478]

QA inspector in production line like a Worker position

[@rezagh5438]

I enjoyed it all The way you explain instead of using buzzwords was really pleasant I love to someday be a QE In quality departeman. I hope you have videos on maintenance or reliability aswell This was my first video I am. Nearly getting my industrial engineering bachelor and be more focused. You gained a sub and thank you :)))

[@TomMentink]

Great to hear you liked it - thanks for sharing that feedback. It's exactly what I want to do with my videos: skip the buzz and get to how you use it in practice. I definitely have videos on reliability, not as many on maintenance - so that's some useful feedback too: I should spend some screen time on the mechanical side of Continuous Improvement 😅

[@nickkaehler1392]

Loved this! I'm currently starting training to become an Associate Quality Engineer, (currently in a QA role) this was a great explanatoin of the differences in roles.

[@TomMentink]

Thanks for sharing that - I'm glad you liked the video and hope it will help you along in your journey! If you every run into CI or QM related questions or just have a suggestion for future videos - don't hesitate to ask, a good question makes a much more useful video (and at least one person will be looking forward to it 😅)

[@NoBubbles]

If you want to be considered qualified and competent you should hold a formal six sigma certificate of green belt or higher

[@TomMentink]

@@NoBubbles I would say the need for a formal (usually external) certification depends on region and culture, but yes - Quality professionals should be proficient in root cause analysis, process thinking and conditions management. A Six Sigma certification is a good way to learn these skills and prove that you have them.

[@food4Thought3602]

Very informative, Thank you.

[@TomMentink]

My pleasure, I'm happy to hear that you liked it.

[@whoabro6464]

Good Presentation Tom

[@TomMentink]

Thanks - glad to hear you like the video!

[@shrinivasjahagirdar6058]

Can I become quality engineer to transition from PhD to industry

[@frasse4462]

We are doing alot of this, even with FMEA and Controlplan, the quality of the parts. PPAP. Can we call us Quality Engineers??? What is the difference between a Quality Technician and a Quality Engineer?

[@Deezuzjohn]

Wait, you guys messed up FEMA!?!? GET EM!

[@linandy1]

Great explanation.

[@TomMentink]

Thank you, happy to hear that you like it and thanks for taking the time to let me know.

[@Pratik0111]

​@@TomMentinkare strong technical skill necessary when joining in as a fresher

[@TomMentink]

@@Pratik0111 It would definitely help, especially since your (change) management skills are likely not going to be your strong side when you're fresh out of college. But know that as a quality engineer you don't per se need mechanical technical skills (you don't need to be able to operate or maintain machinery) - you need skills like process thinking, quality deployment, data analysis, writing clear instructions and an understanding of the quality measures in your line of business.