Quality Engineer

Quality Assurance Engineer

Industrial Manufacturing | Full-Time

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Engineer to join our growing industrial manufacturing operation. This role is critical to ensuring product quality, process consistency, and compliance with both customer and internal quality standards across a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical background in manufacturing quality systems, metrology, inspection planning, and root cause analysis, along with the ability to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Production, and Supply Chain teams. This individual will play a key role in driving continuous improvement initiatives, supporting customer satisfaction, and strengthening overall manufacturing performance.

This position is well-suited for someone who enjoys hands-on problem solving, process optimization, and building sustainable quality systems within a heavy industrial or precision manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Engineering & Inspection

• Review, approve, and maintain engineering drawings, DCNs, QCIPs, inspection plans, and related quality documentation
• Develop and implement inspection procedures for:
• Incoming material inspection
• In-process inspection
• Final product inspection
• Perform dimensional inspections using precision measurement tools and metrology equipment
• Verify product conformance to engineering specifications, customer requirements, and industry standards
• Support inspection methodology improvements to enhance accuracy, repeatability, and efficiency
• Collaborate with Manufacturing and Engineering to improve product quality and reduce defects

Corrective Actions & Root Cause Analysis

• Lead and facilitate internal and customer-related corrective action activities utilizing the 8D methodology
• Investigate customer complaints, production nonconformances, and returned materials
• Conduct structured root cause analysis using:
• 8D
• A3 Problem Solving
• Fishbone / Ishikawa Diagrams
• 5-Why Analysis
• Fault Tree Analysis
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Track corrective action effectiveness and ensure timely resolution

Quality Systems & Compliance

• Support and maintain compliance with the ISO 9001 Quality Management System
• Participate in internal audits, external audits, and audit readiness activities
• Assist with Material Review Board (MRB) activities and nonconforming material disposition
• Maintain calibration systems and records in accordance with ANSI and quality standards
• Develop and update SOPs, Work Instructions, and quality documentation
• Ensure compliance with customer-specific quality requirements and internal procedures

Metrology & Testing Equipment

• Utilize and support inspection and testing equipment including:
• Calipers
• Micrometers
• Height gauges
• Angle blocks
• CMM equipment
• Helium leak testing equipment
• Support troubleshooting and optimization of measurement systems
• Recommend and assist with implementation of new quality equipment and technologies
• Partner with Engineering on fixture design, testing methods, and validation processes

Continuous Improvement & Manufacturing Support

• Participate in Lean Manufacturing and Lean Six Sigma initiatives
• Support Kaizen events, process improvement projects, and Value Stream Mapping activities
• Drive improvements in workflow efficiency, process capability, training effectiveness, and product quality
• Partner with Production and Engineering to reduce scrap, rework, and downtime
• Support welding test procedures and manufacturing qualification activities as needed
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence throughout the facility

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or related technical discipline
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in a Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Process Engineering role within industrial manufacturing
• Experience working within an ISO 9001 certified manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of:
• GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
• Metrology and precision measurement
• Blueprint and print reading
• MSA / Gage R&R
• Root cause analysis methodologies
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
• Proficiency with manufacturing documentation systems and Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating or programming CMM equipment
• Knowledge of PPAP documentation and deliverables including:
• FMEA
• Control Plans
• SPC
• Lean Six Sigma certification or practical experience
• Welding inspection or weld testing experience
• Experience within heavy industrial manufacturing, steel processing, fabrication, machining, or precision manufacturing environments

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Career advancement and professional development opportunities
• Stable and growing manufacturing environment
• Collaborative and team-oriented culture
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on operational performance and product quality
• Continuous improvement-driven organization focused on innovation and excellence

If you are passionate about manufacturing quality, process improvement, and solving complex production challenges in an industrial environment, we encourage you to apply and become part of a team committed to operational excellence.