Quality Engineer

Overview Level: Experienced Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: Normal Business Hours Category: Description About Us Vantage Elevation, LLC is North America’s leading independent manufacturer of elevator components and systems. Vantage is comprised of eight business units including GAL Manufacturing; GAL Canada; Hollister-Whitney; Elevator Controls; Courion; Thames Valley Controls and Vertical Dimensions. Through its brands, Vantage supplies near all electro‑mechanical devices used in contemporary elevators. Founded in 1927, the Vantage group employs over nine hundred staff in multiple locations across the United States, Canada, and United Kingdom. Job Summary We are seeking a motivated and experienced Quality Engineer to join our elevator manufacturing team at Elevator Controls Corporation. Sacramento, CA. In this role, you will collaborate closely with a network of Quality Systems Engineers and Plant Quality Teams across multiple business units to drive continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with ISO 9001:2015 standards. Additionally, you will provide critical support and leadership in supplier quality to ensure compliance and operational excellence within the plant. Key Responsibilities Planning and facilitating of manufacturing’s Quality Planning needs – including QC strategy, new product RTM, quality policy & standard operating procedures (SOPs). Plans, schedules, and conducts customer on‑site audit events as required by the customer. Support and maintain quality evaluations of the company’s supply chain management (SCM) program. Collaborate with plant teams and cross‑functional Business Unit System Engineers to define the current process and optimized future‑state process, promoting standardization wherever feasible. Develop and deploy standardized procedures and supporting documentation. Assist with the implementation of the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) process. Collaborate to develop a standardized CAPA program and QMS system aimed at identifying, correcting, and preventing quality issues across the organization. Facilitate strong alignment and communication between Sourcing, Procurement, Engineering, and Operations to ensure consistent problem‑solving methodologies and efficient issue escalation. Perform other responsibilities as assigned to support the continuous improvement and effectiveness of all quality processes. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably in Quality, Electrical, or Mechanical 3 years of experience in quality, quality systems, or related field within manufacturing environment Highly preferred experience in electronic component manufacturing and processes and knowledgeable in the light assembly process and metal components Experience in blueprint and GD&T reading Experience in the creation and implementation of Quality System/ Quality Manual Proficiency in APQP, PPAP, FAI, FMEA, MQA (Master Quality Agreement) & MSA (Master Supply Agreement), CP Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to collect, organize, and analyze data Proficient in structured problem solving and root cause analysis (RCA) Ability to command authority and lead effectively Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and quality management software Strong in leveraging AI and machine learning tools Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate cross‑functionally. Benefits of Working with Us Salary Range for Sacramento, CA based Applicants: $80,000- $90,000 annual salary, potential for bonus and full benefits 10 Vacation days,5 sick days, and 7 paid holidays #J-18808-Ljbffr Austin Community College