Production Quality Engineer

We are seeking a Manufacturing / Production Quality Engineer to support production operations and ensure the quality and reliability of high-performance embedded systems. The role involves implementing quality standards, monitoring production processes, analyzing defects, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in manufacturing quality assurance, process control, and root-cause analysis in electronics or embedded systems production.

• Monitor and ensure product quality during manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control plans, inspection procedures, and testing protocols
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• Perform root-cause analysis and drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for production issues.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to ensure design specifications are met.
• Conduct audits of production processes, assembly lines, and supplier components to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Support first article inspection (FAI), product qualification, and yield improvement initiatives.
• Analyze production data, identify trends, and recommend process improvements to enhance product reliability and efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to safety, regulatory, and security standards in all manufacturing operations.
• Maintain accurate quality documentation, including inspection records, reports, and corrective action logs.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 3–6 years of experience in manufacturing quality engineering or production quality assurance in electronics, embedded systems, or high-reliability products.
• Strong knowledge of quality standards and methodologies (ISO 9001, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, IPC standards).
• Hands‑on experience with production inspection, testing, and validation techniques
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• Proficiency with root‑cause analysis, problem‑solving tools
  , and statistical process control (SPC).
• Excellent communication, documentation, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross‑functional team environment
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• Experience with embedded system or PCB manufacturing
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• Familiarity with process improvement initiatives
  , DFMEA, PFMEA, or reliability testing.
• Knowledge of supply chain quality audits and supplier development.
• Exposure to regulated industries
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• Experience with quality management software and data analysis tools (e.g., Minitab, JMP, SAP QM).

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Manufacturing
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting, Software Development, and Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Location:

Detroit, MI