Quality Engineer II

Regal Rexnord • Union Grove, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Engineer II teaches and empowers Boston Gear associates in proper techniques for manufacturing high-quality geared components and assemblies and monitors production quality. The role takes a lead in establishing and maintaining a Total Quality environment in both attitude and behavior. It evaluates product and process failures, identifies root causes, and develops lasting solutions; recommends and implements corrective and preventive actions in response to customer complaints; and provides instruction and training on manufacturing quality topics. The position works with customers, suppliers, Engineering, and Production to support product acceptance, ensure production follows approved processes and drawings, and assist with audits and inspections. It also maintains gauge calibration processes and uses facts, data, trends, and statistical analysis to drive continuous improvement and reduce the cost of quality. The role is fully onsite, with most time in a general office environment and regular time in manufacturing production areas. Domestic travel of approximately 5–10% is expected.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an accredited engineering program or related technical field.
• Experience with root cause analysis.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical prints and engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma.
• Thorough knowledge of general machining and geared component manufacturing techniques, including machine setup, tooling controls, inspection, and troubleshooting.
• General knowledge of the operation, calibration, and care of measuring instruments.
• Knowledge of technical drawing interpretation, including GD&T, metrology, inspection techniques, and quality core tools.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, including collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions where standardization or information is limited.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage time and multiple priorities effectively.
• Attention to detail and accuracy, with a focus on excellent outcomes.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and to be self-directed and self-motivated.
• Productive, results-oriented approach, with urgency and discipline to meet deadlines under time pressure.
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to internal processes, change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Continuous-improvement mindset and willingness to advocate for change.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to use statistical software such as Minitab to analyze numerical data and process behavior.
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills that support teamwork, collaboration, and effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated safety orientation and compliance mindset.
• Ability to meet the physical and workplace demands described, including lifting or maneuvering up to 30 pounds without assistance, or heavier loads with a lifting device, and moving around manufacturing equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a manufacturing facility producing geared components in an engineering, leadership, or mentoring capacity.
• Experience implementing or maintaining ISO-9001, TS16949, or AS9100 certification.
• Experience conducting internal audits to ISO-9001.
• Familiarity with or training in lean manufacturing principles.
• Knowledge of SAP or SAP experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate product and process failures, determine root causes using appropriate problem-solving techniques, and develop lasting solutions.
• Recommend and implement corrective and preventive actions in response to customer complaints.
• Provide knowledge and instruction on manufacturing quality topics, including measurement techniques, GD&T, machine setup, process audits, and control chart interpretation.
• Develop and conduct training to build quality awareness.
• Interact with suppliers and customers and provide professional, accurate, and timely information.
• Complete customer-required quality documentation for product acceptance.
• Work with Engineering and Production to ensure products are manufactured according to approved processes and prints.
• Work one-on-one with operators as needed to instruct them on proper machine and tooling setup and use.
• Assist with internal and customer quality audits and inspections of operational and supplier programs and processes.
• Establish, maintain, and implement processes for gauge calibration, use, and upkeep.
• Apply RBS principles in accordance with Strategy Deployment.
• Use facts, data, trends, and statistical analysis to drive continuous improvement in geared component production and take appropriate actions to reduce the cost of quality.
• Travel occasionally (5–10%) domestically to customers, vendors, or other company sites, including for off-site meetings, trade shows, and professional development events.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Health Savings Account, Health Care Flexible Spending Account, and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contributions
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Paid leaves
• Tuition assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level