Quality Engineer

The Opportunity Symmons is dedicated to delivering excellence, guided by core values of customer focus, a can‑do attitude, resilience, and teamwork. We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Quality Engineer to help us achieve our mission by putting these values into action each day. In this role you will represent the company’s quality interests by ensuring that products and processes meet established standards of excellence. You will partner closely with Manufacturing and Engineering to identify improvement opportunities, apply structured problem‑solving methodologies, and use statistical analysis to make data‑driven decisions. The position plays a key role in maintaining and enhancing quality assurance systems and establishing efficient, scalable quality control processes that support operational performance and customer satisfaction. Responsibilities Support the goals of the Quality Department and company‑wide Continuous Improvement initiatives by actively contributing ideas, participating on cross‑functional teams, and assisting with implementation of improvement projects. Develop, revise, and maintain quality standards and procedures for processing materials into finished and semi‑finished products. Implement and sustain inspection, testing, and evaluation methods to ensure product quality, consistency, and compliance with specifications. Prepare and maintain documentation for inspection and testing procedures. Conduct root cause analysis for customer complaints or returned products and propose corrective/preventative actions. Assist with internal and external quality audits, including customer audits, to ensure compliance with applicable standards and maintain approved supplier status. Analyze production processes and quality data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement. Collaborate with Manufacturing and Engineering teams to improve process capability, reduce defects, and enhance overall product quality. Utilize statistical tools and methodologies (e.g., SPC, Six Sigma) to monitor and improve process performance. Promote a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement across the organization. Qualifications Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field required. 0–2 years of quality assurance experience in a manufacturing environment. Understanding of basic statistical analysis required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required. Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across functions. Basic understanding of measurement hand tools, calipers, micrometers, etc. required. Knowledge of Six Sigma, SPC, and/or ISO process control mandatory. Must be able to develop product sampling and test plans. Experience with statistical software (e.g., Minitab) preferred. Experience working in problem‑solving teams (e.g., Material Review Board) desired. Ability to work independently and within cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced environment. Knowledge of PPAP, PFMEA, and control plans preferred. Ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs. Compensation & Benefits Symmons offers a competitive compensation package including excellent benefits and a 401(k) plan with 100% match up to the first 6% of eligible wages with immediate vesting. The pay range reflects our good faith estimate at the time of posting and does not guarantee a specific wage; actual pay will depend on skills, experience, and other job‑related factors. #J-18808-Ljbffr