Quality Engineer

Sandvik Coromant•Mebane, NC

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Sandvik Coromant is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Quality Engineer. The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring that tooling products meet internal quality standards, customer specifications, and applicable regulatory requirements. This role works closely with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to prevent defects, improve processes, and support continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in a tooling or precision manufacturing environment and practical working knowledge of Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM).

Requirements

Strong understanding of GD&T and dimensional inspection techniques
Proficient in Microsoft Office and quality reporting systems
Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Minimum 2–5 years of experience in a manufacturing quality role; tooling or precision machining experience preferred
Working experience with CMM operation, basic programming, or data interpretation
Experience with quality tools such as FMEA, SPC, control plans, and PPAP/FAI documentation
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience)
Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent continuous improvement training
Must be authorized to work in the USA.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with molded, stamped, or machined tooling components
Familiarity with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or similar quality management systems
Experience with CMM software (e.g., PC-DMIS, Calypso, or similar)

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain quality processes, inspection plans, and control plans for tooling and machined components
Perform and support dimensional inspections using CMM equipment; interpret CMM data and reports
Review engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, and customer specifications to ensure conformance
Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) using tools such as 8D, 5 Why, and Fishbone
Support new tool launches, process validations, and first article inspections (FAI)
Analyze quality data and trends; recommend and implement continuous improvement actions
Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering to resolve quality issues and reduce scrap and rework
Conduct internal audits and support external customer or supplier audits
Manage nonconforming material processes and disposition activities
Assist with supplier quality management, including supplier evaluations and corrective actions