Quality Engineer

Top Prospect Group LLC

Manchester, CT

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Adobe Product Family, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Analysis Skills, Blueprints, CMM Inspection, Capability Maturity Model (CMM), Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Document Management, Documentation, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, High School Diploma, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Leadership, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Machine Tool, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Metrology, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Molding Processes, Plastic Injection Molding, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Analysis, Process Capability, Process Improvement, Process Quality, Product Support, Product/Service Launch, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Engineering, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Regulatory Compliance, Root Cause Analysis, Statistics, Systems Analysis, Validation Plan, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Manchester, CT
POSTED
5 days ago
Quality Engineer
Department: Quality Assurance
Reports To: Quality Manager / Quality Supervisor
Status: Exempt/Non-Exempt (Based on Classification)
Position Summary
The Quality Engineer is responsible for supporting product and process quality initiatives across manufacturing operations, with a focus on APQP, PPAP, validation, CMM programming, and continuous improvement. This role partners cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, and Customers to ensure compliance with quality standards, improve process capability, and support new product launches. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in GD&T, SPC, metrology, and plastic injection molding quality systems.
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and complete PPAP submissions, including customer-facing documentation and tool revision changes
  • Support and drive the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) process for new and existing programs
  • Develop and execute validation protocols for manufacturing and quality processes
  • Conduct and analyze GR&R / Measurement System Analysis (MSA) studies
  • Create, maintain, and optimize CMM programs for inspection of components and tooling
  • Train Quality Inspectors and Production/Molding personnel on quality standards, inspection methods, and new project requirements
  • Perform data collection, statistical analysis, and reporting for process improvement initiatives
  • Analyze process capability and interpret capability studies (Cp, Cpk, Pp, Ppk)
  • Update and maintain quality instructions, inspection plans, drawings, and controlled documentation
  • Support root cause investigations and corrective actions for internal/external quality issues
  • Communicate quality concerns, trends, and improvement opportunities to leadership
  • Participate in continuous improvement and special quality-related projects
  • Ensure compliance with ISO standards, internal procedures, and customer quality requirements
Qualifications
  • High School Diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical field preferred
  • 5–8+ years of quality engineering / advanced quality experience in manufacturing
  • Experience in plastic injection molding required/preferred (adjust based on your preference)
  • Strong understanding of GD&T, blueprint reading, and metrology principles
  • Proficiency in CMM programming and operation
  • Experience with SPC, capability studies, GR&R/MSA, and core quality tools
  • Working knowledge of ISO standards and quality management systems
  • Strong computer proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe, and Outlook
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Physical / Visual Requirements
  • Medium work: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
  • Strong visual acuity for inspection of small parts/defects, data analysis, and use of precision measuring equipment
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About the Company

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Top Prospect Group LLC

Top Prospect Group founders and management team offer more than 75 years of combined experience in Information Technology, Creative & Marketing, and Finance & Accounting staffing and solutions. Our fundamental goal is to build successful relationships resulting in accurate job and prospect representations. We meet with those we work with face-to-face to garner a better understanding of candidate or client requirements. By leveraging our experience and market insight, we are able to provide a more consistent recruitment process. Motivated by a partnership philosophy, our staff possesses a deep understanding of how to forge mutually beneficial long-term relationships. We believe in what we do and continuously strive for excellence.

COMPANY SIZE
20 to 49 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2009
WEBSITE
http://www.topprospectgroup.com/