Quality Engineer

Senior Executive Recruiter @ Five Star Recruiting | Recruiting and Talent Acquisition

Quality Engineer Wanted – Work Where Others Vacation!

Ready to take the lead on quality while enjoying life in the beautiful surrounding area of Ironwood, MI
? We’re looking for a detail-driven Quality Engineer to champion inspection and submission processes for custom injection molded products—guiding projects from kickoff to production approval with precision and pride.

• Bonus:
  Relocation assistance is on the table
  —your next career move could also be your next great adventure!

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop comprehensive inspection plans for both internal and external First Article Inspections (FAIs).
• Program advanced measuring equipment for First Article Inspection data generation.
• Perform FAIs using standard quality measurement tools.
• Lead the APQP process, including PFMEAs, work instructions, control plans, and final inspections.
• Drive quality initiatives throughout development, verification, validation, design transfer, and release stages—ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Manage supplier PPAP submissions and approvals.
• Coordinate with quality teams and communicate product risks through stage gate processes.
• Track supplier issues and implement corrective actions to maintain quality benchmarks.
• Review material test data to ensure alignment with Quality System Standards.
• Provide technical support to team members in resolving quality-related issues.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Associate Degree in Quality Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.
• A combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years in a quality-related field.
• Automotive industry experience preferred.
• Plastic Injection Molding experience is a strong plus.

Certifications (Preferred):

• Certified Quality Auditor
• Lean/Six Sigma Certification

Technical and Functional

Skills:

• Proficient in mechanical measurement techniques and blueprint interpretation.
• Strong math, algebra, and statistical analysis skills.
• Familiarity with PFMEAs, APQP, and root cause analysis.
• Programming experience with CMM and Smartscope preferred (training available).
• Strong Microsoft Office skills; ERP experience preferred but not required.

Communication and Leadership:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaborative, proactive, and able to lead by example.
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional, adaptable, and customer-focused.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Manufacturing and Quality Assurance

• Plastics Manufacturing

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