Automation and Quality Engineer

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I hope you're doing well.

This is Haritha from Intellectt Inc. I'm reaching out regarding an exciting Automation and Quality Engineer opportunity in Sherrill, NY. Please share your updated resume at

haritha.g@intellectt.com

Job Title: Automation and Quality Engineer

Location: Sherrill, NY

Company: Intellectt Inc.

Work Model: Onsite

Employment Type: Contract

Job Summary: Seeking an experienced Automation and Quality Engineer with 12+ years of experience in Manufacturing Quality, Plant Quality, Supplier Quality, Product Quality, or Reliability Engineering. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Quality Management Systems (QMS), ISO standards, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), CAPA, APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, and Control Plans. The candidate should have experience driving quality improvements in high-volume manufacturing environments, managing supplier quality activities, leading continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve manufacturing and product quality issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive manufacturing, plant, supplier, and product quality improvement initiatives in high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Implement and maintain Quality Management Systems (QMS) and ensure compliance with ISO standards.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis using 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone Diagram, and other structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Develop, implement, and sustain Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
• Manage APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, and Control Plan activities.
• Analyze customer complaints, warranty claims, field failures, and production non-conformities.
• Collaborate with Design, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Operations, and Supplier teams to resolve quality issues.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and Poka-Yoke methodologies.
• Support supplier quality management, supplier audits, and supplier development activities.
• Perform process audits, risk assessments, and quality performance evaluations.
• Utilize quality tools including SPC, MSA, FMEA, Control Plans, and Process Audits.
• Review engineering drawings, GD&T, CAD systems, PLM systems, and product lifecycle documentation.
• Lead and manage Quality Engineers, Inspectors, Technicians, and cross-functional quality teams.
• Prepare quality reports, track performance metrics, and deliver measurable quality improvements.

Required Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in Manufacturing Quality, Plant Quality, Supplier Quality, Product Quality, or Reliability Engineering.
• Strong experience in high-volume manufacturing and assembly environments.
• Hands-on experience with Root Cause Analysis methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why, and Fishbone Diagram.
• Proven experience implementing Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
• Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, and Control Plans.
• Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and ISO standards.
• Proficiency in SPC, MSA, FMEA, Process Audits, and Risk Assessment techniques.
• Experience in supplier quality management, supplier audits, and supplier development.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining, fabrication, assembly, casting, welding, and electrical assembly.
• Experience with customer complaints, warranty claims, and field failure analysis.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing quality teams and cross-functional projects.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, reporting, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Experience

• Automotive, Heavy Equipment, and Industrial Manufacturing industries.
• Aerospace and Electrical Manufacturing.
• Machining, Fabrication, Casting, Welding, and Assembly environments.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and Poka-Yoke implementation.
• Plant Quality, Product Quality, Customer Quality, and Reliability Engineering.
• Supplier Audits and Supplier Development.
• GD&T, CAD, PLM systems, and Product Lifecycle Management.
• Experience managing Quality Engineers, Inspectors, and Technicians.

Salary: $33 $37/hr on W2 (Negotiable based on experience)

Benefits: Eligible employees may have access to benefits offered by Intellectt Inc. in accordance with the applicable benefit plans and eligibility requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Intellectt Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Thanks & Regards,

Haritha
Sourcing Specialist
Intellectt Inc.

haritha.g@intellectt.com