Quality Assurance Engineer - Industrial

We are seeking an Industrial Quality Engineer with experience in manufacturing quality, process improvement, and root cause analysis. This is a hands-on, floor-based role; not a sit-behind-the-desk position.

You will work directly in a manufacturing environment, partnering cross-functionally with engineering, production, and supply chain teams to improve product quality, process capability, and supplier performance using data-driven methods and core quality tools.

The ideal candidate is comfortable being on the shop floor, solving problems in real time, and driving sustainable corrective actions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead root cause analysis on the production floor using 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone (Ishikawa), and CAPA 
• Work cross-functionally with manufacturing, engineering, and operations teams to resolve quality issues at the source 
• Improve process capability (Cp, Cpk) using Statistical Process Control (SPC) in a live production environment 
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) using APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, DFMEA, and Control Plans 
• Conduct supplier quality audits and drive corrective actions to improve incoming quality 
• Interface directly with customers to investigate and resolve quality issues 
• Perform Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and Gage R&R studies using CMM and metrology equipment 
• Develop and maintain quality documentation (control plans, work instructions, inspection plans) 
• Spend significant time on the manufacturing floor working alongside operators and engineers 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Materials, or related) 
• 3 years of experience in Manufacturing Quality Engineering 
• Experience working in a hands-on manufacturing or production environment (not strictly office-based) 
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems (QMS) 
• Proficiency in core quality tools: 
  • APQP, PPAP, FMEA (PFMEA/DFMEA) 
  • SPC, Cp, Cpk 
  • Root Cause Analysis (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone) 
• Experience with metrology equipment: CMM, optical systems, calipers, micrometers 
• Ability to read engineering drawings, GD&T, tolerances, and specifications 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in precision manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, or industrial manufacturing 
• Familiarity with machining, coating, plating, heat treating, or assembly processes 
• Experience with Minitab or statistical analysis tools 
• Lean / Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt) certification 

Work Environment

• Hands-on, shop floor-based role (significant time spent in production areas) 
• Fast-paced manufacturing environment 
• Daily interaction with cross-functional teams (engineering, operations, supply chain, quality) 
• Requires a practical, problem-solving mindset and willingness to engage directly with processes 

Access to our Aerospace facility (and, therefore, employment) is restricted under ITAR/EAR regulations to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and properly licensed foreign persons.

For aerospace-related positions, drug testing is conducted in accordance with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines. These guidelines require testing for the presence of marijuana, cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine (PCP), and amphetamines.

Abrasive Technology is a substance and drug‑free workplace. Employment offers are contingent upon passing a pre‑employment drug screen. Abrasive Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Salary : $85,000 - $110,000