Manufacturing Quality Systems Engineer

Shape Quality. Grow Faster. Lead with Purpose.

Intek Plastics Group is investing in people and capabilities to fuel our next chapter. Join a team that backs your development with real resources, mentorship, and room to advance.

Day in the Life

As our Manufacturing Quality Systems Engineer, you’ll move seamlessly from the lab to the line to the customer call—owning the systems that keep product quality world‑class.

• Start your morning reviewing SPC dashboards and quality metrics, surfacing trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Head to the floor to validate inspection methods, sampling plans, and gauge programs—supporting CTE and Bytewise laser measurement systems.
• Lead a quick stand‑up with production and Associate Quality Engineers to align on CAPA priorities and DPPM/scrap reduction goals.
• Facilitate a root cause analysis on a recent defect, documenting corrective and preventive actions.
• Wrap the day approving customer quality documentation and preparing for an upcoming audit.

What You’ll Drive

• Design, implement, and evaluate quality processes, inspection methods, sampling plans, and statistical techniques.
• Build, maintain, and improve the Quality Management System (QMS): policies, procedures, work instructions, and records.
• Lead investigations of nonconformances, execute root cause analysis, and manage corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Analyze quality performance data and recommend continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support customer and supplier quality programs, including PPAPs, Control Plans, First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs), and New Product Introductions (NPIs).
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and cross‑functional teams to resolve quality concerns.
• Participate in internal and external audits to sustain compliance and readiness.
• Own and support measurement systems, including CTE and Bytewise laser technologies.
• Contribute to Material Review Board (MRB) activities and initiatives to reduce scrap and DPPM.
• Coach and mentor Associate Quality Engineers and manufacturing personnel.
• Approve customer quality documentation and ensure adherence to company and customer requirements.
• Champion compliance with the company’s QMS throughout operations.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 4+ years of engineering experience within a manufacturing setting.
• Deep knowledge of QMS principles and application.
• Hands‑on experience with SPC and quality metrics.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Proven capability in root cause investigations and implementing corrective actions.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, or willingness to obtain within two years.
• Experience with ISO 9001 and/or ISO 13485 quality systems.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly lift up to 25 pounds; occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, twist, and carry materials or tools during an 8–10 hour shift.
• Support a fast‑paced manufacturing environment operating up to 24 hours/day, 5 days/week.
• Regular and predictable attendance.

Why Intek Plastics Group

• Make a direct, visible impact on product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Work in a collaborative, team‑oriented manufacturing culture.
• Pursue professional certifications and career development.
• Be part of a continuous improvement mindset focused on innovation and operational excellence.

Ready to lead quality from systems to shop floor? Apply now and help elevate performance across our operation.