Quality Engineer I

Job TitlePay Range: $30.00hr - $40.50hrRequirement/Must HaveBachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field.1-2 years of engineering, manufacturing, or quality experience.Understanding of quality engineering and manufacturing principles.Knowledge of root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques.Ability to analyze and interpret production and quality data.Familiarity with quality tools such as Pareto Charts, Control Charts, Fishbone Diagrams, 5 Whys, FMEA.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and Microsoft Office applications.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Strong organizational and project management skills.ResponsibilitiesProvide daily quality engineering support to manufacturing operations.Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with established procedures and quality requirements.Support containment, disposition, and resolution of nonconforming material.Participate in Material Review Board (MRB) activities.Partner with production personnel to identify and resolve quality issues impacting safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.Investigate internal and customer-reported quality issues.Perform root cause analysis using structured problem-solving methodologies.Support the implementation and verification of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).Track assigned quality actions to timely completion.Analyze quality data to identify trends, recurring defects, and improvement opportunities.Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.Assist with error-proofing (Poka-Yoke) and process control implementation.Participate in Kaizen events and process improvement projects focused on reducing scrap, rework, and process variation.Collect, analyze, and report quality performance metrics.Prepare and present data-driven recommendations to management and cross-functional teams.Ensure compliance with applicable quality procedures, standards, and work instructions.Assist with the development and revision of quality documentation.Support internal audits and corrective action activities.Maintain accurate quality records and reports.Participate in supplier quality investigations and corrective actions.Support incoming inspection and supplier performance monitoring activities.Assist with customer quality inquiries and complaint investigations as required.Nice to HaveInternship or co-op experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.Statistical Process Control (SPC).Lean Manufacturing.Six Sigma methodologies.Experience with ERP and quality management systems.ASQ certification or willingness to pursue certification.SkillsEngineering Degree.Manufacturing environment.Quality/manufacturing background.Root cause analysis.Data analysis.Microsoft Excel.Power BI.FMEA.Problem-solving.Qualification And EducationBachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field.Physical RequirementsAbility to carry, lift and push/pull up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.Ability to see, smell, hear, talk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel and twist, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, sit, stand, and walk.Ability to work in a manufacturing setting and wear required PPE.