Quality Engineer

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015, API Q1, ASTM, and customer-specific standards.
• Develop and maintain quality documentation including procedures, work instructions, inspection plans, and forms.
• Conduct Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA/DFMEA), Measurement System Analysis (MSA), and Process Capability Studies.
• Manage calibration and gauge R&R programs for monitoring and measuring equipment.
• Lead internal audits, process audits, and support third-party or customer audits.
• Analyze quality data, perform trend analysis on NCRs and CPARs, and report on metrics such as scrap, rework, and customer escapes.
• Investigate product and process nonconformities, issue corrective and preventive actions, and validate effectiveness.
• Develop inspection methods for receiving, in-process, and final product checks.
• Support training initiatives, maintain training records, and uphold training matrix accuracy.
• Participate in Management of Change (MOC) and Risk Assessment activities.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and suppliers for continuous improvement and cost reduction.
• Assist with annual Management Reviews and strategic quality planning.

Job Requirements

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, particularly with fiberglass, is a plus.
• Up to 10% domestic travel may be required for audits, inspections, or training.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs., and be physically present in manufacturing areas for extended periods.
• Use of appropriate PPE is required in designated areas.

Education & Experience Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience in quality engineering or quality systems.

Behavioral Competencies

• Self-starter with a strong work ethic and organizational skills.
• Team-oriented with strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented, action-driven, and adaptable under pressure.
• Reliable, analytical, and committed to continuous improvement.

Technical Competencies

• Strong understanding of QMS principles, ISO 9001:2015, and API Q1 standards.
• Proficiency in Statistical Process Control (SPC), Statistical Quality Control (SQC), and quality tools.
• Ability to interpret complex technical drawings and specifications with tight tolerances.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and data analysis tools.
• Knowledge of inspection techniques and process control strategies.