Quality Engineer

Job Overview

• Participate in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities to support new product development and launch readiness.
• Develop, review, revise, and maintain ISO Quality Management System procedures, work instructions, records, and related documentation.
• Monitor supplier quality performance and ensure timely investigation and resolution of supplier-related quality issues, including corrective and preventive actions.
• Develop, prepare, and maintain PPAP documentation, including Control Plans, Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), and process flow diagrams.
• Investigate customer complaints and internal quality issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Analyze quality data and process performance to identify trends, address nonconformances, and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Industrial Engineering and Production personnel to ensure new product launches and process changes are implemented effectively and meet established quality requirements.
• Support Quality Inspectors in verifying that products, processes, and inspection activities comply with customer specifications and QMS requirements.
• Apply statistical process control (SPC) and measurement system analysis techniques, including Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (Gage R&R), to evaluate and improve process capability.
• Promote lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices throughout the organization.
• Maintain effective working relationships with customer quality representatives, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Support and promote the organization's safety policies and practices in all daily activities.

• Working knowledge of ISO Quality Management Systems and quality assurance principles.
• Proficiency in statistical process control (SPC) methods and quality data analysis.
• Ability to use quality-related SPC and Gage R&R software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly in maintaining accurate quality records and documentation.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation, customer specifications, and quality requirements.

• Demonstrates a collaborative, team-oriented approach when working across departments.
• Ability to communicate, implement, and uphold ISO policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Demonstrates the ability to learn new processes quickly and retain and apply technical knowledge.
• Maintains dependable attendance, punctuality, and professional accountability.
• Builds and maintains productive relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal team members.
• Demonstrates initiative, sound judgment, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Supports and follows established safety policies and procedures in daily work activities.