Quality Engineer

MPP•Saint Marys, PA

70d

About The Position

The Quality Engineer supports the plant’s quality assurance processes, including inspection systems, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement. The role helps maintain and improve the Quality Management System (QMS) and collaborates across functions to ensure product and process conformance with internal and external standards. The position also supports supplier quality activities, audits, nonconforming product investigations, and process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of quality or manufacturing engineering experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science strongly preferred; an associate degree with experience is acceptable.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Minitab or equivalent statistical software.
Knowledge of measurement systems, SPC, statistics, and basic metallurgy.
Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, and project management skills.
Ability to manage and coordinate multiple tasks across multiple projects and with multiple people.
Strong leadership and team development capability.
Expertise in mechanical product design and manufacturing principles.
Working knowledge of tooling design for powdered metal or similar manufacturing processes.
Proficiency in CAD and engineering documentation standards.
Understanding of cost estimating and quoting in a contract manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with APQP, FMEA, and PPAP frameworks.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Nice To Haves

Experience with CAD, PC-DMIS, Plex, and metrology equipment.

Responsibilities

Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of process controls, inspection plans, and quality standards.
Lead and document the 8D process, corrective and preventive actions, and root cause investigations.
Review engineering prints and specifications and ensure products meet customer requirements.
Participate in APQP/NPI activities, including FMEAs, control plans, and PPAP submissions.
Monitor and improve quality metrics through data collection and statistical analysis, including SPC and DOE.
Train personnel in quality tools and systems, such as root cause analysis, SPC, and CMM usage.
Interface with customers to resolve concerns and facilitate audits and inspections.
Conduct internal and external audits in accordance with ISO 9001 and other applicable standards.
Support supplier quality activities, including audits, supplier development, and RMAs.
Assist with MRB processes and nonconforming product investigations.
Develop inspection methods and gaging requirements for new and existing products.
Contribute to Lean and 6S initiatives, process improvement, and cost reduction projects.
Manage and coordinate multiple tasks across projects and teams.