Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer – The Lawton Standard Co. – De Pere, WI

The Quality Engineer plans, coordinates, and directs the quality control program designed to ensure continuous production of products consistent with established standards.

• Plan, assign and direct work of the department
• Direct department employees engaged in inspection and testing activities to ensure continuous control over materials, facilities, and products. Conduct training as needed
• Plan, promote and organize training activities related to product quality and reliability
• Develop and analyze statistical data and product specifications to determine present standards and establish proposed quality and reliability expectancy of finished product
• Perform responsibilities as the ISO management representative to ensure that the requirements of AS 9000, ISO 9001, QS 9000 are implemented and maintained
• Formulate and maintain quality control objectives and coordinate objectives with production procedures in cooperation with other plant managers to maximize product reliability and minimize costs
• Investigate and adjust customer complaints regarding quality.
• Interpret procedures, specifications, and drawings. Develop and improve techniques. Author and approve procedures applicable to the method of certification
• Carry out all duties and responsibilities with an emphasis on safety and quality to ensure all castings inspected meet customer expectations
• Direct the Production Parts Approval Process (PPAPS) for numerous customers quote quality requirements
• Administer inspection stamp ASME program for the facility
• Perform any and all other job related tasks as assigned

• Prior Quality Engineer in a manufacturing environment. Lean manufacturing and/or 5S experience preferred
• Apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations with strong basic geometry knowledge and skills
• Ability to analyze and correlate data quickly and effectively
• Define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Interpreting an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and with several abstract and concrete variables
• Ability and familiarity with reading blueprints, technical specs, ISO requirements and other related specification documents
• Strong understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing processes
• Respond quickly to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community

Education: Bachelors or Associates degree in a related discipline (Mechanical Engineer, Mathematics, etc) and/or equivalent work experience.

Experience: A minimum of three to five years’ experience in an iron foundry and/or manufacturing preferred.

Salary range: $50,000-$75,000-Depending on experience.

1st Shift
- Monday-Friday Hours 6am-2pm (there is flexibility in the hours)

• Proficient with Windows & Microsoft Office Suite. Advanced Excel skills preferred
• ISO or ASTM certification preferred
• Demonstrate the company values of integrity, values of honesty caring and improving the Platform for success
• Strong commitment to safety, work quality and cost
• Proficient in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel) and experience in quality control management software
• Strong attention to detail, very well organized in completing daily tasks and special projects

• Fixed weekly schedule
• Insurance within 60 days (first of the month after your first 30 days)
• Holidays-starts immediately
• Vacation/PTO-after your first 30 days of employment.
• 401K with match
• Uniforms
• Prescription safety glass reimbursement
• Plenty of growth opportunities

The C.A. Lawton Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.