Quality Engineer
Department: Quality Assurance
Reports To: Quality Manager / Quality Supervisor
Status: Exempt/Non-Exempt (Based on Classification)
Salary: 90-115k (Open depending on exp.)
Position Summary
The Quality Engineer is responsible for supporting product and process quality initiatives across manufacturing operations, with a focus on APQP, PPAP, validation, CMM programming, and continuous improvement. This role partners cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, and Customers to ensure compliance with quality standards, improve process capability, and support new product launches. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in GD&T, SPC, metrology, and plastic injection molding quality systems.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and complete PPAP submissions, including customer-facing documentation and tool revision changes
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Support and drive the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) process for new and existing programs
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Develop and execute validation protocols for manufacturing and quality processes
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Conduct and analyze GR&R / Measurement System Analysis (MSA) studies
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Create, maintain, and optimize CMM programs for inspection of components and tooling
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Train Quality Inspectors and Production/Molding personnel on quality standards, inspection methods, and new project requirements
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Perform data collection, statistical analysis, and reporting for process improvement initiatives
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Analyze process capability and interpret capability studies (Cp, Cpk, Pp, Ppk)
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Update and maintain quality instructions, inspection plans, drawings, and controlled documentation
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Support root cause investigations and corrective actions for internal/external quality issues
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Communicate quality concerns, trends, and improvement opportunities to leadership
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Participate in continuous improvement and special quality-related projects
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Ensure compliance with ISO standards, internal procedures, and customer quality requirements
Qualifications
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High School Diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical field preferred
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5–8+ years of quality engineering / advanced quality experience in manufacturing
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Experience in plastic injection molding required/preferred (adjust based on your preference)
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Strong understanding of GD&T, blueprint reading, and metrology principles
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Proficiency in CMM programming and operation
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Experience with SPC, capability studies, GR&R/MSA, and core quality tools
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Working knowledge of ISO standards and quality management systems
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Strong computer proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe, and Outlook
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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