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Certified in ISO 9001 and skilled in our Quality Management System (QMS), our team ensures strict quality standards are met. We proactively detect and address issues early, maintaining our reputation for delivering top-tier products.\nWhat you can look forward to as a Quality Engineer:\nAnalyze quality data to identify trends and improvement areas.\nEnsure compliance with quality systems and standards across product design and manufacturing.\nSupport or lead audits, including ISO, PED/PER, customer, and internal/external assessments.\nApply tools like Root Cause Analysis, 8D, PDCA, DMAIC, and DOE to solve quality issues.\nWork with Sales, Engineering, and Operations to integrate customer feedback into robust manufacturing processes.\nUse data to influence quality-related decisions with Sales, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams.\nLead initiatives to resolve systemic quality issues and drive sustainable improvements.\nYour profile as a Quality Engineer:\nStrong foundation in QMS, ISO 9001:2015, Six Sigma, Lean, SPC, and FMEA.\nSkilled in problem-solving techniques: 8D, Fishbone, ANOVA, PDCA, DMAIC.\nCapable of assessing risk and implementing mitigation strategies.\n2+ years of experience as a quality engineer.\nExperienced in training teams on quality systems and best practices.\nMetrology knowledge, including MSA and appropriate inspection tools.\nBachelor’s degree in Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field.\nThe expected base compensation for this role is $69,700 - $97,400 annually. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position. This range reflects multiple levels of Engineer positions within the Quality team.\n\nWhat We Offer:\nAnnual Incentive Plan\nPaid time off\n401k Plan\nHealth Care Benefits\nPaid Holidays\nA supportive collaborative team environment\nTuition reimbursement for educational advancement\nA strong diverse culture\nSupportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities\nAbout North Mankato:\nNorth Mankato combines small-town charm with modern amenities, a strong economy, vibrant arts scene, and recreational options. Located near Minneapolis/St. Paul, it offers excellent livability and quality of life.\nBe part of our ZF team as Quality Engineer and apply now!\nContact\nGabriela Palacio\nDIVERSITY COMMITMENT:\nDiversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. 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