Manufacturing Quality Engineer

** Job Title** :
Manufacturing Quality Engineer

** Location** :
Alpharetta, GA-Onsite

** Duration** : 6+ months with possible extensions

** Pay** : $32-$35/hr. (depending on experience)

** Shift** : 9-80 Schedule. 1 st  Shift

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* Position Overview:

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* + As a Manufacturing Quality Engineer in the Defense and Aerospace industry, your primary responsibility will be to ensure the manufacturing processes and products meet the highest quality standards and compliance requirements.

+ You will work closely with cross-functional teams to implement quality assurance measures, identify areas for improvement, and ensure adherence to industry regulations.

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Your role will contribute to the overall success and reliability of defense and aerospace products.

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* Key Responsibilities:

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* + Develop and implement quality assurance procedures and guidelines to ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and customer requirements.

+ Conduct regular audits and inspections of manufacturing processes, procedures, and products to identify potential quality issues and ensure adherence to established standards.

+ Collaborate with manufacturing teams to establish and maintain effective quality control measures, including inspection plans, sampling procedures, and statistical process control methods.

+ Identify areas for process improvement and develop strategies to enhance product quality, reduce defects, and optimize manufacturing efficiency.

+ Analyze data and implement corrective and preventive actions to address quality issues, reduce variability, and enhance overall manufacturing performance.

+ Collaborate with engineering teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives, such as process optimization, root cause analysis, and implementation of quality tools and methodologies.

+ Supplier Evaluate and monitor suppliers' performance to ensure compliance with quality standards, specifications, and delivery requirements.

+ Conduct supplier audits and assessments and collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality-related issues and improve their manufacturing processes.

+ Drive supplier development initiatives to enhance overall supply chain quality and performance.

+ Maintain accurate and up-to-date quality documentation, including inspection records, test reports, non-conformance reports, and corrective action plans.

+ Generate quality metrics and reports to communicate key performance indicators, trends, and areas requiring improvement to management and cross-functional teams.

+ Prepare documentation for customer audits and participate in customer quality reviews, addressing inquiries and providing necessary information.

+ Stay updated with relevant industry standards, regulations, and quality management systems applicable to defense and aerospace manufacturing.

+ Ensure compliance with quality and safety regulations, such as ISO 9001, AS9100, NADCAP, ITAR, and other customer-specific requirements.

+ Participate in regulatory and customer audits, providing necessary documentation and addressing compliance-related inquiries.

** Qualifications and*
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* Required Skills:

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* + Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field (Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace, or similar).

+ Previous experience (typically 3-5 years) in a manufacturing quality engineering role, preferably in the defense and aerospace industry.

+ Strong knowledge of quality assurance principles, tools, and methodologies, such as Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, statistical process control, and root cause analysis.

+ Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations, such as ISO 9001, AS9100, NADCAP, and ITAR.

+ Experience in conducting audits, inspections, and supplier assessments.

+ Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation, using statistical software and quality tools.

+ Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

+ Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers.

+ Attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

+ Professional certifications related to quality management (e.g., Certified Quality Engineer) are a plus.

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