Quality Engineer

A-1 Machining Co•Berlin, CT

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About The Position

The Quality Engineer works to optimize production quality, reduce waste, and increase efficiency. The role ensures products comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications. It involves developing and conducting tests, analyzing data to identify improvement opportunities, collaborating with teams on corrective actions, and auditing manufacturing processes and materials for compliance. The Quality Engineer follows the company’s Quality Management System in accordance with standards such as AS9100 and ISO 9001. The role works with APT Engineering, suppliers, customers, and internal teams to resolve quality and processing issues, address customer concerns, and support continuous improvement. It also includes mentoring and training quality inspectors and manufacturing team members.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in engineering is preferred; extensive relevant quality engineering experience in aerospace or manufacturing may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Strong knowledge of aerospace industry standards and regulations, such as AS9100.
Proven experience driving process improvements and achieving quality objectives.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work efficiently in a team environment.
Basic mathematical arithmetic skills.
Experience with CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) programming.
Excellent decision-making skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with statistical analysis and data-driven decision-making.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering.

Responsibilities

Ensure products meet quality standards and customer requirements.
Follow the company’s Quality Management System in accordance with industry standards, including AS9100 and ISO 9001.
Conduct inspections and tests on raw materials and finished products.
Identify and resolve quality issues through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Communicate supplier non-conformances and follow through on root cause and corrective actions.
Work with APT Engineering and suppliers to resolve processing-related issues.
Prepare and close customer RMRA submissions.
Address and resolve quality concerns or complaints in a timely and effective manner.
Develop and implement quality control plans and procedures.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve products and manufacturing processes.
Educate and train employees on quality standards and procedures.
Mentor quality inspectors and manufacturing team members, providing guidance, training, and support.
Maintain quality documentation and records.
Identify process improvement opportunities and lead initiatives to improve product quality, reduce defects, and increase operational efficiency.
Use industry-standard methodologies to drive continuous improvement.
Conduct audits of manufacturing processes and materials to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
Develop and conduct tests and analyze data to identify areas for improvement.