Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer

$80,000 - $100,000 per year | Santa Teresa, NM | On‑site | Permanent

We are looking for a hands‑on Quality Engineer to support our manufacturing operations and ensure consistent product quality from launch through production. This role will work closely with operators, production teams, and leadership to identify issues, drive root‑cause analysis and implement corrective actions that prevent recurrence. The ideal candidate has strong experience with APQP, new product launches, and a proactive approach to problem‑solving on the shop floor.

• $80,000 - $100,000 per year plus monthly gainshare opportunity
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability Coverage
• Voluntary Wellness Programs
• 401(k) / RRSP with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Company Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement and Career Development Support

Serve as a hands‑on quality presence on the manufacturing floor, working directly with operators and supervisors to identify and resolve quality issues in real time

Lead and support APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) activities for new and existing programs

Drive successful new product launches, including PPAP submissions, control plans, PFMEA development, and process validation

Investigate product and process non‑conformances using structured root cause analysis (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, etc.)

Implement and verify corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to eliminate repeat issues

Partner with operators to understand day‑to‑day challenges and identify opportunities for process improvement

Develop, review, and maintain quality documentation, including control plans, work instructions, and inspection standards

Monitor key quality metrics (scrap, rework, yield, customer complaints) and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Support internal audits and customer audits, ensuring compliance with quality standards (ISO, IATF, etc.)

Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve process capability and reduce variation

Participate in containment activities and customer response when quality issues arise

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of Quality Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, and control plans
• Proven experience supporting new program launches
• Hands‑on approach with willingness to spend significant time on the production floor
• Strong problem‑solving skills with experience in root cause analysis methodologies
• Ability to effectively communicate with operators, technicians, and leadership
• Experience with quality systems such as ISO 9001 and/or IATF 16949 preferred
• Proficient in interpreting drawings, specifications, and GD&T is a plus

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