Now Hiring: Quality Engineer Location: Warren Reports to: Quality Manager Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role: A dynamic manufacturing facility is seeking a Quality Engineer to join its team. This position is responsible for driving and improving quality processes within current production operations. Key focuses include managing customer concerns, conducting warranty analysis, identifying systemic issues, and executing root cause problem-solving. This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong floor presence and a passion for continuous improvement in a hands-on environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement inspection methods, acceptance criteria, and sampling plans for outsourced components
Resolve quality issues through supplier reports, ratings, corrective actions, and other formal methods
Identify and address systemic issues with corrective and preventative actions
Conduct root cause analysis using 8D, Six Sigma tools, and statistical software (Minitab preferred)
Recommend and implement manufacturing improvements at the supplier level
Create and maintain Control Plans, PFEMAs, Gage R&R studies, and inspection documentation
Analyze and improve product drawings using GD&T and dimensional stack-ups
Review and disposition non-conforming components to reduce scrap and quality escapes
Perform dimensional inspections and train quality techs in effective corrective action processes
Support the creation of standards for inspection, testing, and reliability evaluation
Lead initiatives for discrepant material handling and cost accountability
Participate in advanced quality planning processes including FMEAs, flow diagrams, and project tools
Required Qualifications:
3+ years of experience in a Quality Engineering role
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Hands-on experience with Control Plans, PFEMAs, PPAPs, and Root Cause Analysis
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with PLEX ERP system
Proficiency in Minitab or similar statistical analysis software
Work Environment: Combination of office and manufacturing plant floor. Candidate must be comfortable in both settings with a strong presence on the production floor.
Ready to Apply? If you're a problem-solver who thrives in manufacturing environments and enjoys driving improvement, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to learn more about this opportunity!