The Quality Engineer is responsible for resolving manufacturing and shipment issues related to customer specifications while supporting quality system requirements and continuous improvement initiatives. This role drives root cause and corrective action activities, supports documentation and quality manual maintenance, partners with cross-functional teams, and ensures product and process integrity. The Quality Engineer plays a critical role in strengthening customer confidence, improving manufacturing outcomes, and enabling long-term quality performance.
Compensation and Benefits
Starting pay: $70,000+ annually
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) savings plan with employer match
Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
Life insurance and employee assistance programs
Ongoing training, professional development, and certification support
Key Responsibilities
Resolve manufacturing and shipment issues related to customer specifications and product quality requirements.
Conduct investigations to determine root cause and implement corrective actions for assigned components.
Support the administration and maintenance of quality manuals, procedures, and documentation.
Lead or participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality performance and reduce variation.
Provide technical support to operations, engineering, planning, and leadership on quality-related matters.
Perform data analysis and dimensional review activities to assess compliance and identify trends.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to address quality concerns and ensure alignment with customer expectations.
Support audits, process reviews, and adherence to quality system standards.
Drive problem-solving activities using structured methodologies.
Support APQP/PPAP activities and preparation of required documentation.
Maintain strong communication channels across teams to support consistent quality performance.
Drive continuous improvement to strengthen product reliability and process capability.
Job Roles
Systems thinker – Understands interconnected processes and anticipates downstream impacts on quality.
Analytical expert – Uses data, measurement, and root cause analysis to solve problems with precision.
Collaborator – Works effectively across departments; supports alignment between quality, operations, engineering, and customers.
Influence through expertise – Communicates the “why” behind quality requirements; gains buy-in through clarity and rationale.
Continuous improvement advocate – Seeks opportunities to eliminate variation, reduce scrap, and strengthen processes.
Detail-oriented – Maintains accurate records; ensures compliance; follows through on corrective action commitments.
Customer-focused – Understands customer specifications, quality expectations, and the business impact of performance.
Qualifications
Basic Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
Legally authorized to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship available)
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or similar discipline
3 years of Quality and/or Engineering experience with strong analytical, dimensional, and technical skills
Working knowledge of quality system standards such as AS9100 or NADCAP
Demonstrated proficiency in root cause and corrective action methodologies
Experience using structured problem-solving tools (such as 8D)
Experience with APQP and PPAP processes
ASQ certifications (CQA, CQE) preferred
Experience in aerospace or automotive environments
Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
Strong PC skills and commitment to continuous improvement
Numbers & Facts
Location
Whitehall, MI
Skills
8Dunmatched
AS 9100unmatched
Administrative Skillsunmatched
Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)unmatched
American Society for Quality (ASQ)unmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)unmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
Continuous Improvementunmatched
Corrective Actionunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Data Analysisunmatched
Dental Insuranceunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Engineeringunmatched
Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Life Insuranceunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Manufacturingunmatched
Manufacturing Engineeringunmatched
Material Scienceunmatched
Mechanical Engineeringunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Process Capabilityunmatched
Process Improvementunmatched
Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)unmatched
Quality Assuranceunmatched
Quality Engineeringunmatched
Quality Managementunmatched
Quality Metricsunmatched
Quality System Requirements (QSR)unmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Root Cause Analysisunmatched
Support Documentationunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Technical Operationsunmatched
Technical Supportunmatched
Trend Analysisunmatched
User Documentationunmatched
Vision Planunmatched
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