Quality Engineer – High-Impact Leadership Track
About The Position
This full-time Quality Engineer opportunity is a critical, newly created role at a premier US-owned precision metal fabrication leader. With over 50 years of excellence and a global footprint, this company is a key supplier to the medical, agriculture, and high-performance automotive markets. This position is a strategic addition to the team meant for a high-caliber engineer who wants to drive operational excellence and eventually move into leadership. You will work in a technically advanced environment specializing in fine blanking and high-speed stamping, where your expertise will directly influence product reliability for world-class customers.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or a related technical field)
- 5+ years of progressive Quality Engineering experience within a manufacturing setting; experience with IATF 16949 or AS9100 is a major plus
- Deep technical proficiency with SPC, FMEA, Control Plans, and PPAP processes
- Hands-on expertise in metrology and the application of units, methods, and standards for precision metal parts
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously
- A desire for career advancement; we are looking for a "higher-level" candidate who can grow into a Quality Management role
- Solid residency within a 45-minute drive of the Cottage Grove / Madison, WI area
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder
Nice To Haves
- Stamping, Blanking, or Automotive experience
Responsibilities
- Lead full-lifecycle quality assurance from initial design through fine-blanking and final delivery, ensuring the highest standards of product reliability and excellence
- Develop and implement advanced quality control plans, inspection procedures, and testing methods for both new and existing precision product lines
- Serve as the site Metrology SME, overseeing scientific measurement applications and ensuring total accuracy and traceability across the manufacturing floor
- Execute complex root cause investigations and CAPA using 8D, 5-Whys, and Fishbone methodologies to drive permanent process resolutions
- Leverage SPC, Minitab, and data analytics to identify trends, monitor performance, and provide a primary technical interface for customer quality inquiries
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) with company contribution
- Includes 3 weeks of vacation and 10 paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
