Quality Engineer

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality management systems and procedures.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and testing to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Analyze quality data and identify trends, defects, and areas for improvement.
• Investigate customer complaints and non-conformance issues using root cause analysis tools (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, 8D).
• Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and verify their effectiveness.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to improve manufacturing processes.
• Prepare and maintain quality documentation, reports, and inspection records.
• Monitor supplier quality performance and conduct supplier audits when required.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100, or other industry-specific requirements.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Train employees on quality procedures, standards, and best practices.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen methodologies.

Required Qualifications

• -Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline.
• 8-10 years of experience in quality engineering or quality assurance (experience requirements may vary by employer).
• Knowledge of quality management systems and manufacturing processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality-related software.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of statistical analysis and Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Experience with Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Control Plans, PPAP, APQP, and MSA.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and auditing techniques.
• Certification such as Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) is an advantage.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies