Des-Case Quality Engineer

The Timken Company • Goodlettsville, TN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

At Des-Case Corporation, a Timken company, quality is more than a department—it’s a commitment to our customers, our products, and our culture of continuous improvement. We're looking for a Quality Engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, improving manufacturing processes, and driving quality excellence throughout the organization. If you thrive on root cause analysis, data-driven decision making, supplier collaboration, and building systems that prevent problems before they occur, this is an opportunity to make a visible impact in a growing, industry-leading company. You'll join a team that has helped earn Des-Case recognition as one of Tennessee's Top Workplaces, while supporting products used by some of the world's largest industrial organizations around the globe. As our Quality Engineer, you'll serve as a key partner to Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to ensure products and processes consistently meet customer expectations and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Engineering, Applied Science, or a related technical field.
• Two years of experience in a quality supervisory role or four years of experience in a quality-focused manufacturing environment.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and specifications.
• Understanding of metrology principles and inspection techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience with PPAP, FMEA, and other quality planning tools.
• Knowledge of GD&T and blueprint interpretation.
• Experience with Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or 5S methodologies.
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification through ASQ.
• ISO 9001 Internal Auditor certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve quality systems in compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Develop and implement quality control plans that meet customer and business requirements.
• Monitor, analyze, and report key quality performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the effectiveness of the Quality Management System.
• Lead and support root cause investigations using structured problem-solving techniques such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and corrective action methodologies.
• Design and develop testing methods to support incoming inspection activities and defect investigations.
• Perform statistical analysis to improve process capability, product quality, and manufacturing performance.
• Participate in internal audits and maintain audit documentation.
• Conduct supplier quality audits and work closely with Supply Chain to evaluate and improve supplier performance.
• Review incoming material nonconformances and manage Supplier Corrective Action Reports (SCARs).
• Develop and deliver quality-related training for production and quality personnel.
• Maintain calibration and competency records for inspection and testing equipment.
• Support compliance efforts related to customer and regulatory requirements, including REACH, RoHS, PFAS, Proposition 65, and related standards.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives focused on defect prevention, process control, and operational excellence.

Benefits

• Opportunities to influence quality and operational excellence
• Exposure to global customers and suppliers
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• The stability of an established industry leader with the energy of a growing business

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree