QUALITY ENGINEER/CMM PROGRAMMER

LEADING EDGE MANUFACTURING, LLC • Phoenix, AZ

16h • Onsite

About The Position

As a Quality Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring product quality, driving process improvements, and managing quality control activities across the manufacturing process. You will use your expertise in Mitutoyo and Brown & Sharp CMMs with CMM Manager, as well as your skills in FAIRS, PPAP, Cpk, and GD&T, to ensure that all products meet or exceed customer and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a quality engineering role, including hands-on experience with CMM programming.
• Strong knowledge of FAIRS, PPAP, Cpk, statistical process control (SPC), and quality improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency in GD&T and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (RCA/CAPA).
• Familiarity with final inspection processes, documentation, and customer-specific requirements.
• Understanding of quality systems and standards, including ISO 9001.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Mitutoyo and Brown & Sharp CMMs with CMM Manager software.

Responsibilities

• Program and operate CMMs with CMM Manager software to conduct precise measurements and dimensional inspections of components and assemblies.
• Prepare and review First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) and ensure they meet customer specifications.
• Lead and support the preparation of PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) documentation, ensuring compliance with customer requirements.
• Perform statistical analysis, including Cpk and other capability studies, to assess and improve process performance and product quality.
• Apply GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) principles to interpret engineering drawings and develop accurate inspection plans.
• Drive quality improvements by identifying root causes of defects, implementing corrective actions, and enhancing manufacturing processes.
• Develop and maintain final inspection procedures, ensuring products meet specifications before release to customers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, and supply chain, to resolve quality issues and improve overall product quality.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, AS9100, NADCAP, customer-specific requirements, and industry standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation of inspection results, process improvements, and quality control activities.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- & long-term disability, 401(k))
• Paid holidays and vacation time
• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• A supportive, collaborative work environment focused on teamwork and excellence

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees