Quality Engineer

Location: On-site, Midwest Region (exact location disclosed during interview process)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $80,000 – $85,000 per year

Bonus/Variable Compensation: Eligible for annual merit increase based on company and individual performance

Reports To: Quality Manager

Department: Quality

FLSA Status: Exempt

A leading global manufacturer in the industrial components sector is seeking a Process Quality Engineer to support plant-level quality initiatives and serve as a key liaison between internal teams and customer quality requirements. This organization operates multiple production facilities worldwide and is committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and employee development. The environment is collaborative, dynamic, and focused on building long-term careers through training, advancement opportunities, and cross‑functional growth paths.

The Process Quality Engineer plays an essential role in supporting product and process quality across manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for customer‑plant interface, maintaining compliance with quality standards, supporting root cause and corrective action processes, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The role also contributes to statistical methods implementation, audit activities, procedure development, and quality systems enhancements aligned with industry standards.

• Act as the primary liaison between manufacturing, quality, and customers regarding specifications, requirements, and quality‑related concerns
• Review customer complaints and returns; perform analysis and recommend corrective actions
• Utilize and present statistical data to support quality improvement programs across the plant
• Assist in conducting internal quality audits and systems assessments
• Update and enhance quality assurance procedures, documentation, and processes
• Collaborate with engineering and sales on product application and quality issues
• Drive improvements in testing methods, tools, and equipment using statistical approaches
• Support development of efficient testing processes for new product lines
• Conduct process audits and daily evaluations to ensure compliance and product quality
• Provide support to the Quality Department to maintain efficient operations
• Address urgent issues as they arise with flexibility and responsiveness
• Travel as needed to suppliers and customers to address quality concerns
• Perform additional duties as assigned by quality leadership

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Metallurgical Engineering, or related field
• ASQ certification preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing
• Working knowledge of quality systems, ISO/IATF standards, and automotive/industrial quality principles
• Experience in product and process failure analysis
• Familiarity with quality methodologies (SPC, TQM, Kaizen, DOE, etc.)
• Strong problem‑solving achievements with production teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent verbal communication, presentation, training, and leadership skills
• Experience in fastener or metal component manufacturing is a plus

The expected salary range for this position is $80,000 to $85,000 per year
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The role is also eligible for annual merit increases based on company and/or individual performance.

Actual compensation offered will depend on experience, skills, and qualifications.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with eligibility 30 days from hire
• 401(k) plan with immediate enrollment and 75% company match up to the first 6%
• Life insurance coverage at 2x annual salary
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short‑term and long‑term disability (if offered per company policy)
• PTO starting at 2 weeks
  , negotiable based on experience up to 3 weeks
• Paid holidays (company‑specific details provided during interview)
• Professional development, training programs, and internal advancement opportunities

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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