Quality Engineer

Adient • Kennewick, WA

38d • $62,000 - $92,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Join our dynamic team at Business Unit Specialized, a cornerstone of the Tube Division within Alleima Group! We are proud to be a global factor in producing and supplying high-quality tubular products for cutting-edge industries. Our innovative solutions, crafted from corrosion-resistant alloys such as stainless steel, nickel, and titanium, are setting new standards in these exciting markets. We are seeking a dedicated Quality Engineer to join our team in Kennewick, WA, with approximately 150 employees, where we produce high‑precision titanium tube products for demanding markets such as Aerospace.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (or nearing completion within one year) in engineering, Quality, Materials Science, or a related technical field.
• At least two years of experience in quality engineering or quality assurance, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Hands-on experience working with quality management systems, supplier quality processes, and raw material evaluation.
• Knowledgeable in industry standards such as ISO 9001 and AS9100.

Nice To Haves

• Additional experience in a materials testing laboratory is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality control processes and internal operational standards.
• Support new product development with quality planning (e.g., FMEA, control plans).
• Review and approve technical documentation, specifications, and procedures.
• Monitor production and engineering processes to ensure product quality.
• Conduct inspections and testing to verify compliance with requirements.
• Ensure adherence to internal quality standards and external regulations.
• Perform root cause analysis on defects and nonconformities.
• Implement and track corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Investigate customer complaints and quality issues.
• Conduct internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with standards (e.g., ISO 9001/AS9100, and other industry-specific regulations) and maintain documentation required for audits and certifications.
• Analyze quality data and performance metrics.
• Generate reports on defects, trends, and improvement opportunities.
• Use statistical tools and KPIs to monitor and improve processes.
• Lead or participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to enhance product quality and process efficiency.
• Collaborate with teams to implement process improvements.
• Work with engineering, manufacturing, sales, and operations teams.
• Communicate quality issues and drive resolution across departments.
• Support training and awareness on quality standards and best practices.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Company paid disability insurance
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid time off
• 11 paid holidays a year
• 401 (K) retirement savings plan with 5% company contribution and company match of 50% for the first 6% you invest
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Global career development
• Opportunities for professional development and training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level