Supplier & Production Quality Engineer; Metals

Position: Supplier & Production Quality Engineer (Metals)
Ready to turn variation into value?

If you’re excited by solving real manufacturing problems, collaborating across the plant, and elevating quality systems, Glenn Metalcraft Inc. in Princeton, MN wants to meet you. This role blends supplier, production, and systems quality to ensure our metal components meet exacting standards—every time.

Your mission

In your first 90 days, you’ll embed yourself with engineering, production, and supply chain to map where quality requirements must live in the process. You’ll stabilize key SPC charts, close high‑priority NCMRs with strong CAPAs, and publish customer‑ready inspection documentation and control plans for a new part launch (including Initial Sample Inspection Reports and bubble drawings). When applicable, you’ll also deliver accurate, on‑time Faro Arm programming to support precise verification.

What success looks like Quality is designed in: you collaborate cross‑functionally so requirements flow seamlessly into manufacturing.

Decisions are objective: you analyze information impartially for the good of the customer and company.

Our QMS is lived daily: you promote and reinforce it across teams.

Issues are contained and prevented: you initiate/assist with CAPAs, NCMRs, and ECRs that stick.

Documentation is audit‑ready: inspection packages align to customer inspection plans and PPAP needs.

People grow: you train others on inspection tools/equipment and practical GD&T usage.

Measurement is trustworthy: equipment is maintained and calibrated; in‑process checks and random audits verify conformance.

Improvement is continuous: you surface and implement process enhancements and help sustain 5S.Collaboration is decisive: you contribute in MRB to resolve non‑conformances quickly.

You support broader goals: assist the department and take on projects as assigned by the Quality Manager.

What you’ll need3–5 years as a Quality Engineer.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Knowledge of PPAP and inspection techniques/philosophies.

Process auditing experience preferred.

ISO 9001 exposure, strong GD&T fluency.

Comfort with SPC software; strong general computer skills.

Manufacturing process knowledge and excellent communication (verbal, written, interpersonal).Ability to prioritize and manage multiple demands.

Physical demands

Lift document storage boxes up to 25 lbs occasionally.

Stand up to 4 hours; sit for extended periods.

Excellent hand/eye coordination; good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina.

Consistent use of PPE.Regular use of phone and email; walk short distances around the facility.

Role details

Company:
Glenn Metalcraft Inc. (Elemet Group)

Location:

Princeton, MNShift: 1st Shift

Reports To:

President Direct Reports:
No

Pay Type:

Salary Job Type: Indirect

Requisition  base pay: $65,000–$80,000 per year. Final pay varies with location, education, and job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits & support

Medical Insurance with HSA;
Dental and Vision Insurance Life Insurance;
Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
401(k) Contributions Tuition Reimbursement Profit SharingPTO and Volunteer PTO9 Paid Holidays Paid Uniforms and Boot Reimbursement Culture & craft

Elemet Group tackles customers’ manufacturing and fabrication challenges through vertically integrated capabilities across four locations—CNC metal spinning, robotic welding, automated machining, assembly, powder coating, e‑coating, and advanced 2‑axis/5‑axis waterjet cutting—powered by modern equipment and expert teams.

We’re guided by core values:
Teamwork, Integrity, Driven, Innovation, and Fun.

Legal
* Elemet Group participates in E-Verify, a federal program that checks the employment eligibility of all new hires.

Elemet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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