Quality Engineer

Job Description

American Flexible Products (AFP) is a state-of-the-art manufacturing company specializing in the custom conversion of foam, sponge, rubber, EMI/RFI shielding materials, and a wide range of flexible materials. Our solutions address gasketing, bonding, vibration dampening, thermal management, and conductivity challenges across diverse industries.

As an AS9100-registered and ITAR-registered company, we uphold the highest standards of quality and compliance, making us a trusted partner for aerospace, defense, medical, electronics, and other high-performance applications. We are also a Preferred Converter for both 3M and Rogers Corporation, giving our customers access to premium materials such as 3M adhesives, VHB tapes, and ROGERS PORON and BISCO Silicones—ensuring optimal performance in even the most demanding environments.

With over 35 years of experience, AFP has established itself as a market leader in custom fabrication. Our advanced engineering capabilities, deep material expertise, and diverse manufacturing technologies enable us to deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions—whether for prototyping or high-volume production runs.
Located in Chaska, MN, AFP is committed to exceptional quality and outstanding customer service. We are a 100% employee-owned company which means every team member is personally invested in your success. When you partner with AFP, you work directly with an owner—ensuring dedication, expertise, and a shared commitment to delivering top-tier solutions tailored to your needs.

The Quality Engineer will be responsible for tasks relating to product quality and all aspects of the Quality Management System. In addition to internal responsibilities, this role will serve as a key point of contact for suppliers and customers on quality-related matters. The Quality Engineer will manage quality processes, including audits, corrective actions, and compliance with regulatory standards, while also addressing external inquiries, supporting quality documentation requests, and ensuring satisfaction.

This position requires strong communication skills to build collaborative relationships externally and internally, while handling tasks ranging from daily tooling and part inspections to leading corrective actions and driving process improvements.

MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

Include the following:

• Lead root cause analysis, investigation, and prevention of product and process nonconformities; implement corrective and preventive actions
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, customer-specific clauses, and applicable regulations (e.g., REACH, RoHS, Conflict Minerals, Cal Prop 65) through documentation control, audits and quality assurance processes
• Develop, maintain and update quality procedures, work instructions and assurance documentation
• Provide training and coordinate internal audits for production personnel
• Perform in-process and final inspections, including sampling and use of inspection equipment, to verify conformity to customer specifications and associated documentation
• Communicate with suppliers and customers regarding quality issues, corrective actions and compliance requirements
• Support continuous improvement initiatives tomaintainAS
  9100 certification and enhance process effectiveness
• Provide data analysis and collaborate with Engineering to validate process capability and support risk-based decision-making
• Performs all other duties as assigned or needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or relevant field
• One to three years of related experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven background in quality management systems and processes, including Supplier Corrective Actions (SCAR), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and First Article Inspection (FAI)
• Skilled in statistical analysis, problem-solving, process improvement…