Quality Engineer
We are working with a manufacturing client that is seeking a Quality Engineer to join their team. This role will be responsible for supporting quality initiatives, driving process improvements, conducting engineering studies, and helping resolve production and quality-related issues. It’s a strong opportunity for someone with a background in quality, industrial, or mechanical engineering who enjoys working cross-functionally in a manufacturing environment. Based on the uploaded description, the core responsibilities include quality engineering support, process capability analysis, gage R&R work, root cause problem-solving, and participation in continuous improvement efforts.
Responsibilities
- Perform quality engineering activities to support cost reduction, process improvement, and work simplification
- Conduct studies to identify process failure points and reduce associated risk
- Perform process capability studies to determine how well manufacturing processes meet engineering requirements
- Conduct Gage Repeatability & Reproducibility (Gage R&R) studies, including data collection, analysis, reporting, and implementation of recommended improvements
- Investigate and resolve quality issues by partnering with engineering, technical, and production teams
- Use root cause analysis and structured problem-solving methods to address manufacturing and quality concerns
- Participate in brainstorming sessions and continuous improvement initiatives
- Support special projects and additional quality-related tasks as needed
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field
Open to candidates who are currently working toward a 4-year engineering degree, depending on experience level
Experience in a manufacturing and/or quality engineering environment preferred
Knowledge of:- Process capability studies
- Gage R&R / measurement system analysis
- Root cause analysis and corrective action methods
- Continuous improvement / process improvement techniques
ASQ Certification is a plus
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with employees at all levels of the organization
Preferred Background
- Experience in a manufacturing environment
- Comfortable analyzing quality data and making process improvement recommendations
- Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities