Quality Engineer

Job Description

Quality Engineer | Precision Manufacturing | ISO / AS9100 Environment


Are you a hands-on Quality Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? We’re looking for someone who takes ownership of quality systems, drives continuous improvement, and ensures products meet the highest standards from first article through production.


What You’ll Do

• Develop and maintain quality systems aligned with ISO 9001 and AS9100
  
  
• Lead root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives
  
  
• Partner with production, engineering, and suppliers to improve quality and reduce waste
  
  
• Oversee inspections, PPAPs, First Articles, and testing processes
  
  
• Conduct internal audits and support external audits
  
  
• Analyze manufacturing data to identify trends and drive decisions
  
  
• Manage supplier quality issues and non-conformances
  
  
• Maintain and improve QMS documentation, SOPs, and reporting
  
  
• Utilize CMM (Zeiss/Calypso) for inspection and validation
  
  

What You Bring

• 4+ years of Quality Engineering experience in manufacturing
  
  
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, and Six Sigma tools
  
  
• Experience with CMMs (Zeiss preferred) and measurement systems
  
  
• Blueprint reading and GD&T expertise
  
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  
  
• Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate at all levels
  
  
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field (preferred)
  
  

Work Environment

• Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  
  
• Shop floor exposure (noise, machinery, oils, etc.)
  
  
• Occasional overtime or Saturdays based on production needs
  
  
• Potential travel to customers or suppliers
  
  

Why Join Us

• High-impact role with visibility across operations
  
  
• Strong culture of accountability, precision, and continuous improvement
  
  
• Opportunity to lead quality initiatives and make measurable improvements
  
  
• Team-oriented environment that values ownership and integrity
  
  

Our Core Values

• Precision in everything we do
  
  
• Accountability across the team
  
  
• Problem-solving mindset
  
  
• Honest, transparent communication
  
  
• Humility and continuous learning
  
  

If you would like to learn more about Manufacturing, Production, or Operations opportunities, contact David McKnight with gpac at View phone number on click.appcast.io . Resumes can be confidentially sent to View email address on click.appcast.io

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.