Associate Quality Engineer - Engineering Career

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Associate Quality Engineer – Start Your Engineering Career Now!

Are you a recent engineering graduate ready to launch your career in quality and manufacturing? We’re looking for an Associate Quality Engineer to join our team in Corona, CA. If you’re detail-oriented, eager to learn, and passionate about building a strong foundation in quality and continuous improvement, this is the opportunity for you!

As an Associate Quality Engineer, you’ll gain hands‑on experience ensuring that products and processes meet quality, safety, and regulatory requirements. Working alongside experienced engineers and operations professionals, you’ll learn industry standards, auditing practices, and problem‑solving methods that drive excellence in manufacturing. This is an ideal role for someone looking to grow their engineering career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

• Learn and assist with the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) to ensure production parts meet specifications.
• Work with cross‑functional teams to investigate and resolve quality issues.
• Support continuous improvement projects to enhance product quality and efficiency.
• Assist with internal audits and learn the requirements of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and ISO 14001 standards.
• Participate in root cause analysis and develop corrective and preventive actions with guidance from senior engineers.
• Help manage customer complaints, corrective actions, and quality documentation.
• Track and report quality metrics, identifying trends and potential improvements.
• Support tool validation and Material Review Board (MRB) activities.
• Ensure products and procedures comply with all safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Perform other quality‑related tasks as part of your learning and development journey.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field).
• Recent graduate or early‑career engineer looking to gain hands‑on quality experience.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Eagerness to learn about quality systems, process improvement, and manufacturing operations.
• Effective communicator who enjoys teamwork and collaboration.
• Familiarity with basic quality concepts (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, FMEA, SPC) is a plus—but not required.

• Comprehensive training and mentorship from experienced quality and engineering professionals.
• Competitive Pay (based on education and potential).
• Job Type: Full‑time (40 hours/week)
• Schedule:
  
  Day shift, Monday‑Friday

• 401(k) with matching
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Vested Profit Sharing
• Career development opportunities and continuing education support

If you’re ready to take the first step in your engineering career and make an impact in a company that values quality, innovation, and continuous learning — apply today to join our team in Corona, CA!