Mechanical / Quality Engineer

LinkedIn • Stratford, CT

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About The Position

Ashcroft is seeking a skilled, hands-on Mechanical or Quality Engineer to join our Stratford, CT team. This is an excellent growth opportunity for a candidate with a passion for continuous improvement. You will be responsible for the design, implementation, and enhancement of manufacturing processes, working across our entire range of product offerings. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in product and process improvement, critical thinking, structured problem-solving, and in-depth root cause analysis.

Requirements

• Education: B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience: 5+ years of hands-on experience in machining, assembly operations, manufacturing support, or product design. Prior Quality Engineering experience is highly desirable.
• Core Skills: Strong experience in process improvement, structured problem-solving, and root cause analysis. Requires basic computer skills, (Excel, Access, MS word and Visio etc.)
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with 2D/3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred).Strong understanding of geometric tolerancing, FMEA methods, and change management. Experience with machined/metal-formed components and welding processes is highly desirable.
• The position requires U.S. Citizen, Permanent Legal Resident or granted Asylee/Refugee status under the Immigration and Nationality Act.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with CMM programming, ISO 9001:2015 auditing, welding, CNC machining, or calibration.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A team-oriented self-starter who takes initiative and ownership.

Responsibilities

• Process Improvement: Drive product and process improvements by conducting structured problem-solving and root cause analysis to resolve manufacturing and quality issues.
• Manufacturing Support: Design, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes, including fixtures and tooling, to meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Quality & Compliance: Ensure all finished products and processes comply with ISO 9001 standards. Identify and mitigate quality risks, support audits, and oversee corrective actions.
• Data & Documentation: Analyze manufacturing data to identify improvement opportunities. Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and other process documentation.
• Collaboration: Work closely with engineers, technicians, and operators to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of manufacturing operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees