What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Engineer II - Antigo, WI position at Enerpac Tool Group?
Overview
ENERPAC – Who we are?
Enerpac Tool Group is a premier industrial tools and services company serving a broad and diverse set of customers in more than 25 countries. The Company’s businesses are global leaders in high pressure hydraulic tools, controlled force products and solutions for precise positioning of heavy loads that help customers safely and reliably tackle some of the most challenging jobs around the world. The Company was founded in 1910 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Enerpac Tool Group trades on the NYSE under the symbol “EPAC”.
Our vision is to be our customer’s preferred partner through relentless innovation of industrial tools and services that help them safely and reliably tackle their toughest jobs around the world.
For further information on Enerpac Tool Group and its businesses, visit the Company's website at
https://www.enerpactoolgroup.com/.
Summary – Basic Function Of The Role
The Quality Engineer II provides hands-on quality engineering support across manufacturing operations, with responsibility for administering and continuously improving elements of the Quality Management System (QMS). This role partners closely with operations, engineering, supply chain, and suppliers to reduce variation, improve process capability, and ensure products consistently meet customer and regulatory requirements.
The Quality Engineer II uses data-driven problem solving, statistical tools, and structured quality methodologies to identify root causes, implement corrective actions, and sustain improvements across production processes.
Location: Onsite - Antigo, WI
Shift: Monday – Friday; 7 AM to 3PM flexible
Job Duties And Responsibilities
Quality Systems & Compliance
Experience Requirements
Employee may have to lift documents/work materials up to 50 pounds in weight. Employee will have to be able to walk to a variety of primary work locations. Employee will need to listen, understand, and speak with team members in person, telephonically, and electronically at all levels within a diverse workforce and with supported organizations. Employee is able to work in front of a personal computer and telephone for long periods of time.
Work Environment
Occasionally, Noisy environments. Hazardous conditions, No adverse environmental conditions expected. Employees will work in a temperature-controlled setting. Employee will also be out in a manufacturing environment. Employee may work near moving mechanical parts and may be exposed to electrical shock and vibration. Employee will be exposed to various levels of noise based on location.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Direct Reports
None
Diversity Statement
We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We will ensure your application is fairly considered and if hired, you will have an equitable opportunity to give your best at work, not because we’re required to, but because it’s the right thing to do. Enerpac Tool Group will provide reasonable accommodations within the application process upon your request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team for additional information.
If you’re looking for a unique, exciting career with variety and potential for growth, Enerpac Tool Group offers challenges & extraordinary rewards for people on a global scale
The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the job described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.
ENERPAC – Who we are?
Enerpac Tool Group is a premier industrial tools and services company serving a broad and diverse set of customers in more than 25 countries. The Company’s businesses are global leaders in high pressure hydraulic tools, controlled force products and solutions for precise positioning of heavy loads that help customers safely and reliably tackle some of the most challenging jobs around the world. The Company was founded in 1910 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Enerpac Tool Group trades on the NYSE under the symbol “EPAC”.
Our vision is to be our customer’s preferred partner through relentless innovation of industrial tools and services that help them safely and reliably tackle their toughest jobs around the world.
For further information on Enerpac Tool Group and its businesses, visit the Company's website at
https://www.enerpactoolgroup.com/.
Summary – Basic Function Of The Role
The Quality Engineer II provides hands-on quality engineering support across manufacturing operations, with responsibility for administering and continuously improving elements of the Quality Management System (QMS). This role partners closely with operations, engineering, supply chain, and suppliers to reduce variation, improve process capability, and ensure products consistently meet customer and regulatory requirements.
The Quality Engineer II uses data-driven problem solving, statistical tools, and structured quality methodologies to identify root causes, implement corrective actions, and sustain improvements across production processes.
Location: Onsite - Antigo, WI
Shift: Monday – Friday; 7 AM to 3PM flexible
Job Duties And Responsibilities
Quality Systems & Compliance
- Administer and maintain QMS documentation, procedures, and records in alignment with ISO 9001 requirements.
- Prepare for, participate in, and support internal and external audits, including third-party and customer audits.
- Identify, document, and drive closure of nonconformances and corrective actions resulting from audits or quality events.
- Review and approve internal quality documentation, inspection plans, and work instructions to ensure accuracy and revision control.
- Lead and participate in root cause analysis using tools such as 5 Why, Fishbone, Pareto, 8D, PDCA, and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Identify opportunities to reduce variation and improve process capability through standard work, error-proofing, and visual management.
- Develop, implement, and validate corrective and preventive actions; perform effectiveness checks post-implementation.
- Support cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, safety, delivery, and cost.
- Develop and monitor SPC charts, control limits, and process capability metrics (Cp/Cpk).
- Design and implement in-process inspection models, audit systems, and standard inspection methods.
- Analyze production data, trends, and variation to support data-driven decision making.
- Review nonconforming material, scrap, and rework; coordinate containment actions and corrective plans with operations.
- Manage supplier quality activities including incoming inspection plans, corrective actions, and supplier communication.
- Support PPAP, APQP, FMEA, and MSA activities as required for new or revised products and processes.
- Investigate customer complaints and quality feedback; implement containment actions and permanent corrective solutions.
- Compile and analyze warranty and customer quality data and report findings to leadership.
- Support Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) through validation, testing, and quality acceptance activities.
- Provide guidance and technical support to Quality Technicians, Inspectors, and Auditors.
- Approve final quality reports and issue quality documentation or certificates when required.
- Serve as a quality resource to operations, supply chain, engineering, and external partners.
- Maintain calibration systems for measurement and inspection equipment, including internal and external calibration coordination.
- Maintain historical quality data to improve accessibility, reporting, and analytics.
- Report quality or safety concerns and support decision-making to stop production when necessary.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Quality Leadership.
- Continuous Improvement mindset with strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills across all organizational levels
- Customer-focused, detail-oriented, and results-driven
- Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams
- High level of integrity and confidentiality when handling sensitive information
- Proficient in dimensional inspection and metrology equipment:
- Micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, hardness testing equipment
- Surface roughness analyzers, borescopes, air gauging
- CMM and standard functional gauges (plug, ring, thread gauges)
- Experience interpreting blueprints, GD&T, and engineering specifications
- Working knowledge of lean manufacturing tools and principles
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Experience Requirements
- 3–5 years of progressive quality or manufacturing engineering experience in a production environment
- Demonstrated experience with SPC, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and ISO-based quality systems
- Knowledge of FMEA, APQP, PPAP, MSA, Six Sigma, and GD&T preferred
- Six Sigma certification (White Belt minimum; higher certification preferred)
Employee may have to lift documents/work materials up to 50 pounds in weight. Employee will have to be able to walk to a variety of primary work locations. Employee will need to listen, understand, and speak with team members in person, telephonically, and electronically at all levels within a diverse workforce and with supported organizations. Employee is able to work in front of a personal computer and telephone for long periods of time.
Work Environment
Occasionally, Noisy environments. Hazardous conditions, No adverse environmental conditions expected. Employees will work in a temperature-controlled setting. Employee will also be out in a manufacturing environment. Employee may work near moving mechanical parts and may be exposed to electrical shock and vibration. Employee will be exposed to various levels of noise based on location.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Direct Reports
None
Diversity Statement
We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We will ensure your application is fairly considered and if hired, you will have an equitable opportunity to give your best at work, not because we’re required to, but because it’s the right thing to do. Enerpac Tool Group will provide reasonable accommodations within the application process upon your request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team for additional information.
If you’re looking for a unique, exciting career with variety and potential for growth, Enerpac Tool Group offers challenges & extraordinary rewards for people on a global scale
The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the job described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.