Quality Engineer

Dixon Valve•Chestertown, MD

3d•$60,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Dixon Group is seeking a Quality Engineer to join their Boss Division in Chestertown, MD! This is a high visibility role for a technical problem-solver who thrives in a hands-on manufacturing environment. You will lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA), manager inspection systems, and drive continuous improvement projects that directly impact our bottom line. Who We Are: The Dixon Group is a global, family-owned manufacturing company with a history of over 100 years of operation in the U.S.A. Based in Chestertown, Maryland, with distribution centers located worldwide. The company has a diverse workforce and a strong values-based culture. As an innovator in the hose coupling industry, our mission is to provide real solutions for our customers while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. At The Dixon Group, we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nation’s heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related science required. Greenbelt certification, ASQ Certified
2–3 years of experience in a quality, inspection, engineering or manufacturing role.
Experience with quality and measurement systems is required.
Knowledge of quality systems and procedures
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
Statistical Process Control (SPC): Experience using tools like Minitab or Excel to analyze process capability
Root Cause Analysis: Proficiency in 5-Why, Fishbone (Ishikawa), or 8D methodologies.
Strong working knowledge of mechanical measurement equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges and thread gauges.
Familiarity with engineering drawings, blueprints, and industry specifications such as ANSI, ASTM, API and 3A.
Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and communication skills

Nice To Haves

Quality Engineer (CQE) or Inspector (CQI) preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain quality standards for the Boss Division to ensure 100% customer satisfaction and adherence specifications.
Lead cross-functional investigations into internal and external non-conformances.
Utilize 5-Why, Fishbone, or 8D methodologies to identify the "source" of failures and implement permanent corrective actions.
Manage improvement projects (Lean/Six Sigma) to reduce scrap, rework, and manufacturing variances.
Monitor and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Author and manage Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and standard work documents within the Quality Document Control System to ensure manufacturing consistency.
Conduct internal audits of work procedures to ensure compliance.
Communicate technical non-conformances to suppliers and internal production teams, following up to verify that process adjustments are effective.
Inspect and approve incoming materials, in-process production, and finished goods against engineering drawings and specifications.
Communicate nonconformances to affected parties and lead the initiative for corrections.
Issue Corrective Actions where appropriate. Manage containment efforts where needed for non-conforming products.
Manage all production gauges; recommending gauges for new parts and keeping existing gauges calibrated
Serve as a technical subject matter expert, educating and training floor personnel on quality best practices, blueprint reading, and measurement techniques