Quality Engineer- Precision Metal

Quality Engineer – Precision Metal

Full-Time, Denver, CO, US

Salary Range: $75,000.00 to $85,000.00 annually

The Quality Engineer at the Precision Metal Fabrication Site in Denver will manage customer and project‑specific quality activities, act as the primary point of contact for assigned accounts, and execute RMAs, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role ensures compliance with ISO 9001, AS9100, and customer standards and collaborates with Production, Engineering, and Quality Technicians to drive operational excellence.

• Serve as the quality lead for assigned customer accounts or projects, ensuring expectations are met or exceeded.
• Investigate customer complaints, nonconformances, and RMAs; lead root cause analysis and implement CAPAs using 8D, 5‑Why, and other problem‑solving tools.
• Author and maintain control plans, inspection plans, and other quality documentation to ensure proper inspection flow and compliance with customer specifications.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Quality Technicians to support launch readiness, inspection feasibility, and production quality planning.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation, leading responses, and closing findings in a timely manner.
• Support employee training and assist in training operators or technicians on quality procedures, standards, and expectations.
• Review and approve incoming specifications, change notices, and drawing revisions; ensure quality documentation remains current and accurate.
• Create and submit First Article Inspection (FAI) packages, Certificates of Conformance (CoCs), and other customer‑specific deliverables.
• Participate in the continual improvement of processes, metrics, and systems using data‑driven approaches.
• Act as a liaison for customer visits, audits, or part reviews as needed.
• Support gage R&R studies, process capability analysis, and quality system KPIs as assigned.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 2–5 years of experience in a quality or engineering support role within manufacturing.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 requirements.
• Experience with CAPA tools such as 8D, Fishbone, 5‑Why.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for internal and customer‑facing interactions.
• Working knowledge of basic metrology tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.).
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Adobe, and ERP systems;
  Excel proficiency is expected.
• ASQ Certification (CQE, CQT, or similar) is a plus.
• Ability to work with databases and spreadsheets.
• Independent work and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities, flexing priorities as needed.
• Read and write English fluently.

• Health benefits:
  
  medical, dental, vision coverage; company‑paid life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
• Paid time off, floating holidays, volunteer time off, and sick time off (depending on state of employment).
• 401(k) plan.
• Employee perks: discounts on products and services.

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