Quality Engineer

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QUALITY ENGINEER Position Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Quality Engineer to support product and process quality across manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining quality standards, investigating non-conformances and customer complaints, implementing corrective actions, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The Quality Engineer will collaborate cross-functionally to improve product reliability, regulatory compliance, and overall customer satisfaction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance processes, procedures, and standards

Monitor manufacturing and production processes to ensure compliance with established quality requirements

Conduct root cause analysis and lead corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities

Review engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements to ensure quality compliance

Perform internal quality audits and support external/customer audits

Analyze quality data and prepare reports related to trends, defects, scrap, and process performance

Collaborate with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to identify and resolve quality issues

Support continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, and other problem-solving methodologies

Create and maintain quality documentation, including inspection procedures, control plans, and work instructions

Manage environmental and regulatory compliance reporting activities, including Air Permit compliance, KERC Tier II reporting, Form R reporting, and wastewater compliance

Administer and maintain the internal calibration system to meet audit requirements from organizations such as UL, ETL, and TÜV SÜDEnsure compliance with applicable industry standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines

Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred

Minimum of 2 years of experience in quality engineering or quality assurance within a manufacturing or related environment preferred

Knowledge of quality management systems and standards such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or AS9100

Experience with root cause analysis methodologies and tools, including 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and FMEAProficiency with statistical analysis techniques and quality improvement tools

Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and related documentation

Ability to work a flexible schedule and support multiple shifts as needed

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and quality management software systems

Preferred Qualifications Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification

Experience with Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma methodologies

Familiarity with SPC, PPAP, APQP, and MSA processes

Experience with in manufacturing or other industrial production environments

Key Skills Attention to detail

Analytical and critical thinking

Process improvement and continuous improvement methodologies

Data analysis and reporting

Technical documentation and recordkeeping

Cross-functional collaboration and teamwork

Project management and prioritization

Problem-solving and decision-making

Working Conditions Combination of office and manufacturing floor environments

Frequent standing, walking, bending, and occasional lifting may be required

Occasional travel to supplier and customer locations as needed

Exposure to manufacturing equipment, noise, dust, and varying temperatures in production areas
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