Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer

This Quality Engineer role focuses on driving robust quality processes, leading structured problem-solving, and supporting inspection and measurement activities in a modern manufacturing environment. You will investigate nonconformances, implement effective corrective and preventive actions, and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 while collaborating closely with production, engineering, and inspection teams.

Responsibilities Include

• Lead root cause investigations for customer complaints, supplier issues, internal nonconformances, and process failures.
• Develop, implement, and track Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) using methodologies such as 8D, 5-Why, Fishbone diagrams, statistical analysis, and other structured problem-solving tools.
• Provide technical support to inspectors across receiving, first article, in-process, and final inspection activities to ensure consistent and accurate evaluation of product quality.
• Create, maintain, and improve quality documentation including PFMEA, Control Plans, inspection plans, validation documentation, and support for APQP/PPAP activities.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with ISO 9001 and related quality system requirements by supporting audits, documentation, and process adherence.
• Analyze quality data and metrics to identify trends, drive defect reduction, and improve process capability and overall product quality.
• Support measurement and inspection processes, including Measurement System Analysis (MSA), capability studies, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and coordination of calibration activities.
• Interpret engineering drawings and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) to guide inspection criteria and quality standards.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, process engineering, and other stakeholders to implement process improvements and strengthen quality controls.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities, proposing solutions, and supporting implementation and follow-up.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Quality, or a related discipline).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing or quality engineering; 5 or more years of experience is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with CAPA and root cause analysis, including structured problem-solving methods such as 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone diagrams.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and apply GD&T principles in a manufacturing and inspection context.
• Working knowledge of statistical methods, including SPC, capability studies, and other quality tools used to analyze and control processes.
• Experience working within ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems, including documentation and compliance activities.
• Proficiency in quality engineering practices such as PFMEA, Control Plans, and process improvement in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and recommend effective corrective actions.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with production, engineering, and quality teams.
• Openness to candidates from Process or Manufacturing Engineering backgrounds who are motivated to transition into a quality-focused role.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Measurement System Analysis (MSA) to evaluate and improve measurement reliability.
• Experience in calibration, metrology, or the use of CMM and optical measurement systems for precision inspection.
• Experience with APQP and PPAP processes, including preparation and maintenance of related documentation.
• Practical experience developing and maintaining PFMEA and Control Plans to manage and mitigate process risks.
• Familiarity with root cause analysis software or digital tools that support CAPA and problem-solving activities.
• Exposure to manufacturing engineering and process improvement initiatives in a production environment.
• Knowledge of gage R&R studies and other techniques to assess measurement system performance.
• Comfort working in a hands-on role that combines laboratory, production floor, and office-based quality…