Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Position Overview:

Develops and implements optimal, cost-effective quality manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. Recommends and implements improvements to production processes, training, methods and controls. Coordinates manufacturing launch for new or revised products. Priorities include process improvement, problem resolution, project management and employee training.

Pay Range: $59,440.00 - $80,600.00

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Drive company to identify and establish quality management systems based in prevention, utilizing capability studies, process FMEA, SPC, DoE, CoV, gage R&R, and other quality tools

Assist in the qualification of new manufacturing processes and equipment

Be fully capable of recognizing machine, tool, & fixture issues and communicate suggestions to engineering

Conduct print reviews and approvals

Develop and define supplier product inspection criteria, cosmetic defects and communication of criteria and expectations internally and to the suppliers. Work effectively with the supplier quality engineers

Facilitate formal, hands-on Root Cause and Corrective Action activity

Create processes and procedures

Tabulate and analyze quality data -- Drive change with solid metrics

Provide assistance and direction to the inspectors and quality technicians

Assist in the processing of first article inspections

Assists with internal process and gage audits

Work to eliminate hard gauging through the use of statistical process controls

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, quality, or materials engineering

Three to five years of prior related Manufacturing and Quality Assurance experience is required

Competencies and Skills:

A genuine belief in continuous improvement and disciplined processes, with a willingness to analyze, challenge and change processes, if needed, to create a more efficient environment and culture. Must also understand how to communicate these transformational changes to a diverse workforce and management

Expertise with all Statistical Process Control; Six Sigma experience is highly desirable

Extensive knowledge of metrology

Strong, proven problem-solving skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and statistical software

Good Communication skills - Strong and well-developed interpersonal skills

Ability to present data to management in an effective manner

Specific experience in drawing interpretation and standards (GD & T)

Strong organizational and time management skills accompanied with a proactive mindset

Knowledge, understanding, and experience with general industrial processes, such as machining, casting and molding.

Knowledge of metallurgy a plus

Physical Demands:

Standing, sitting, stooping and squatting can be expected along with lifting or with other means transfer of tooling, parts, containers and raw materials. Lifting requirement of 30 Lbs. Specific vision abilities required may include close vision, distance vision, peripheral and depth perception and ability to focus

Personal Protective Equipment:

Safety glasses with side shields when on factory floor

The use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwear

All employees are required to apply ergonomic correctness to all job tasks

May be required depending on position:

Annual vision updates in Medical Department

Involvement in the hearing conservation program

Involvement in the lead surveillance program

Wearing of safety certified shoes/boots

Participation in the stretching program

Work Environment:

The performance of this position normally requires exposure to typical manufacturing areas that under certain conditions may require the use of personal protective equipment such as Safety Glasses with Side Shields and hearing protection. Primary environment: Temperature of work area may be affected by outside temperatures and machining. Industrial lighting provided.

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Revised 8/18/2026