Quality Control (QC) Engineer

Description Quality Control (QC) Engineer | Fort Worth, TX Full-Time | First Shift | Onsite Heartline Staffing, in partnership with Purple Cow Recruiting, is seeking an experienced Quality Control (QC) Engineer for a fully onsite opportunity in Fort Worth, Texas. This role is ideal for a hands‑on quality professional with electronics manufacturing experience who understands electronic assembly, PCBA inspection, defect identification, corrective actions, and continuous improvement. POSITION OVERVIEW The Quality Control Engineer is responsible for inspecting and testing manufactured products, documenting defects, and verifying implementation of corrective actions throughout the manufacturing process. This position works closely with production personnel, engineers, and other departments to maintain quality standards, investigate manufacturing issues, and improve product and process quality. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct regular inspections and testing of Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBA) to verify compliance with quality standards and specifications Identify and document manufacturing and product defects Verify implementation and effectiveness of corrective actions to address identified defects and prevent recurrence Lead or support investigations into manufacturing quality issues and root causes Coordinate with cross-functional teams including Product Development, Industrial Engineering, Supplier Quality Engineering, and Manufacturing Engineering Conduct and maintain Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) to identify quality risks and establish appropriate controls Participate in Kaizen projects and other continuous‑improvement initiatives Apply quality tools including Pareto Charts, Histograms, Check Sheets, and related quality‑analysis methods Update QC inspection checklists based on product changes, manufacturing‑process modifications, and customer requirements Track, review, and approve feedback within inspection systems Maintain inspection‑system records and support audit readiness Maintain accurate documentation of inspections, testing, defects, and corrective actions Prepare quality reports and improvement findings for management review Provide training and guidance to production personnel regarding quality standards and procedures Collaborate with Quality Assurance and manufacturing teams to support product quality and continuous improvement WORK ENVIRONMENT Fully Onsite — Fort Worth, Texas 76177 First Shift Combination of Office and Manufacturing-Floor Work Regular Standing and Walking During Product Inspections Manufacturing Noise and Machinery Exposure — PPE Provided Occasional Lifting of Materials Up to 25 Pounds BENEFITS Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off Company Holidays Professional Development and Training Opportunities Requirements Minimum 3 Years of Hands‑On Electronics Manufacturing / Quality Control Experience REQUIRED Electronics Manufacturing Industry Experience REQUIRED Hands‑On Electronic Assembly and Inspection Experience REQUIRED PCBA / Electronic Assembly Inspection Experience REQUIRED Experience Identifying and Documenting Manufacturing and Product Defects REQUIRED Experience Verifying Corrective Actions REQUIRED Basic Knowledge of Quality Tools Including Pareto Charts, Histograms, and Check Sheets REQUIRED Strong Attention to Detail in a Manufacturing Environment REQUIRED Ability to Work Fully Onsite in Fort Worth, TX 76177 on First Shift REQUIRED Ability to Work Cooperatively in a Team‑Oriented Manufacturing Environment REQUIRED Willingness to Learn and Continuously Improve REQUIRED Experience Participating in Kaizen or Continuous‑Improvement Initiatives Preferred PFMEA / Process Risk Assessment Experience Preferred Root‑Cause Investigation Experience Preferred Experience Maintaining QC Inspection Checklists or Inspection Management Systems Preferred Experience Preparing Quality Reports Preferred EDUCATION: A college degree is not required for this position. Hands‑on electronics manufacturing and quality inspection experience is the primary qualification. #J-18808-Ljbffr