Quality Engineer

Posted Monday, August 17, 2026 at 6:00 AM Suncast Corporation is the leading US-based designer, manufacturer, and distributor of high-quality resin products for the home and industrial markets. A privately held company headquartered in Western Chicago, Illinois, Suncast prides itself on 35 years of innovation and sustainability across a wide range of product categories with materials proudly sourced in the USA. Everything we do is supported by the strength and ingenuity of American workers and we are committed to helping families across the country make the most of their unique spaces. We utilize state-of-the-art machinery and innovative manufacturing techniques to consistently engineer products of the highest possible quality. Position Summary: The Quality Assurance Engineer (QAE) supports new product launches, engineering changes, and pilot production runs by performing defined quality assurance tests, conducting floor audits, collecting production data, and ensuring adherence to Suncast quality procedures. This role executes established quality processes rather than driving product redesigns or root‑cause engineering projects. The QAE ensures products meet Suncast quality standards and provides clear, accurate feedback to Quality and Engineering teams. Responsibilities: Attend all new product pilot runs and first production runs. Perform quality assurance tests according to established engineering specifications, inspection sheets, and testing procedures. Collect dimensional, functional, and performance data during pilot builds and engineering changes. Conduct floor audits and in‑process checks to ensure compliance with Suncast quality requirements. Record data, test results, and observations, and communicate findings to Quality and Engineering teams. Assistin updatinginspectiondocumentation, testing procedures, and quality forms when changes occur. Ensure that all products have current andaccurateinspection sheets. Support the evaluation of new production methods by providing measurement data and quality feedback. Identifypotential issuesobservedduring testing or pilot runs and elevate them appropriately. Assistin reviewing internal and external non‑conformance data as directed by the Quality team. Support Suncast departments with basic quality‑related tasks and information as needed. Perform product testing and evaluations, reporting findings to theappropriate departments. Support andcomply withall Suncast safety policies, quality standards, and housekeeping practices. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or a related field required. Strong teamwork and communication skills. Attention to detail with good organizational abilities. Basic understanding of engineering drawings (GD&T familiarity is a plus). Analytical mindset with the ability to collect and present data correctly. Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment. Familiarity with basic problem-solving concepts and continuous improvement principles. Ability to work independently within definedprocedureandexpectation. Proficiencywith Microsoft Office. Experience or familiarity with injection molding or blow molding processespreferred. Familiarity with quality methods or softwarepreferred. AS400, SolidWorks, andMattecexperiencepreferred. The ability tolift upto 50 pounds. The Anticipated Pay Range for This Position: $75K-$85K annually Suncast offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Group Term Life insurance 401K with employer match Paid vacation time off Paid holidays Short- and long-term disability coverage Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity) Tuition Reimbursement All qualified applicants will be given equal consideration regardless of race, age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, color, religion, protected veteran status or national origin. #J-18808-Ljbffr