The Quality Engineer works closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Product Development teams to identify risks, implement quality controls, and drive improvements that enhance product performance and customer satisfaction.
Internal Responsibilities
Manufacturing Quality Support
Develop and maintain quality plans, inspection criteria, and process control documentation.
Analyze process and product quality data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
Support process validation and qualification activities
Problem Solving & Corrective Actions
Lead root cause investigations using structured methodologies.
Facilitate implementation and verification of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
Support containment activities for quality escapes and non-conformances.
Drive resolution of recurring quality issues.
Supplier Quality
Support supplier qualification and performance monitoring activities.
Review supplier quality metrics and assist with supplier corrective actions.
Participate in supplier audits and quality improvement initiatives.
Work with Procurement and Supply Chain teams to address supplier-related quality concerns.
Incoming & Outgoing Quality Control
Support IQC activities to ensure incoming materials meet specifications.
Support OQC inspections and product release processes.
Analyze inspection data and identify opportunities for process improvements.
Ensure inspection procedures remain current and effective.
Continuous Improvement
Participate in Lean and Six Sigma projects.
Conduct statistical analysis and process capability studies.
Assist in reducing defects, scrap, rework, and overall quality costs.
Support implementation of best practices and standard work.
New Product Introduction (NPI)
Support PFMEA, Control Plan development, and risk assessments.
Participate in design reviews and manufacturability assessments.
Assist with product validation and launch readiness activities.
Customer Quality
Support customer complaint investigations and corrective actions.
Analyze warranty and field return data.
Assist in preparation for customer audits and quality reviews.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or related technical field.
8+ years of experience in manufacturing quality engineering.
Experience in electronics, hardware, high-tech manufacturing, or related industries.
External Responsibilities
Manufacturing Quality Support
