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Lead Improvement. Make an Impact.\nWe are seeking a motivated and hands-on Quality Engineer to lead quality initiatives, drive continuous improvement projects, and support manufacturing operations in a fast-paced industrial environment. This role offers a unique balance of both strategic and hands-on responsibilities, with approximately 50% of your time spent on the production floor and 50% focused on data analysis, reporting, and project leadership.\nIf you are a self-starter who enjoys solving complex problems, leading improvement efforts, and collaborating across departments to deliver measurable results, we'd like to hear from you.\nWhat You'll Do\nAs a Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the effectiveness of quality systems, driving operational excellence, and leading continuous improvement efforts throughout the facility.\nKey Responsibilities\nQuality Assurance & Compliance\nConduct root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).\nMonitor quality metrics, analyze trends, and identify opportunities for improvement.\nEnsure compliance with quality standards, customer requirements, and ISO 9001 guidelines.\nManage plant-specific quality documentation, procedures, and specifications.\nSupport audits and prepare the facility for external certification and customer audits.\nAssist with new product development, testing, and quality specification development.\nContinuous Improvement\nLead quality and operational improvement projects focused on reducing waste, improving performance, and lowering costs.\nDrive Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives across the organization.\nDevelop and implement standardized work practices and best-in-class quality processes.\nServe as a change agent by promoting a culture of continuous improvement.\nData Analysis & Reporting\nCollect, analyze, and interpret quality and manufacturing data.\nUtilize statistical methods to identify and resolve manufacturing challenges.\nPrepare and present reports, project updates, and executive-level summaries.\nSupport decision-making with data-driven recommendations.\nCross-Functional Collaboration\nPartner closely with Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, and Operations teams.\nSupport supplier and customer quality issue resolution.\nCollaborate with a Quality Technician who manages day-to-day quality escapes and containment activities.\nInfluence stakeholders to drive sustainable quality improvements.\nTraining & Development\nTrain employees on quality systems, Lean principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.\nMentor team members on problem-solving tools and best practices.\nWhat a Typical Day Looks Like\nSpend time on the manufacturing floor supporting quality initiatives and engaging with production teams.\nReview quality metrics, customer claims, and system performance.\nLead improvement projects aimed at increasing efficiency and reducing defects.\nAnalyze data and present findings to leadership.\nWork with cross-functional teams to ensure processes are performing as intended and driving continuous improvement.\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Technical Discipline, or equivalent experience.\nMinimum of 3 years of experience in a formal Quality role within a manufacturing environment.\nStrong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills.\nExperience conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.\nWorking knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems.\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.\nAbility to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.\nSelf-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.\nPreferred Qualifications\n5+ years of quality experience in manufacturing.\nExperience leading continuous improvement or quality improvement projects for at least one year.\nKnowledge of core quality tools such as:\nPPAP\nFMEA\nAPQP\nControl Plans\nStatistical Process Control (SPC)\nTraining or certification in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, or Value Stream Mapping.\nExperience using Minitab or similar statistical analysis software.\nPrevious leadership or team lead experience.\nAbility to develop and deliver executive-level presentations.\nWhy Join Us?\nThis position provides an opportunity to take ownership of meaningful quality and process improvement initiatives that directly impact business performance. 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