Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Job Title:
Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Pay Range: $45–$55/hour (based on experience)

Assignment Duration: Approximately 12 months, with potential for full-time conversion based on business needs and performance.

Start Date: March 9, 2026

Position Overview

We are seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineer to support production operations by ensuring products and processes meet customer and regulatory quality standards. This role is responsible for driving continuous improvement initiatives, supporting process control activities, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality, supply chain performance, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Assurance & Process Oversight

• Ensure products and processes consistently meet customer requirements and quality standards.
• Oversee quality performance within assigned production sectors.
• Verify implementation and effectiveness of Process Control Plans aligned with Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
• Serve as the site subject matter expert for product traceability systems on the manufacturing floor.

Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving

• Lead root cause analysis, containment actions, and corrective measures for quality issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within assigned areas.
• Apply structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, 5 Whys, and cause-and-effect analysis.
• Collaborate with supervisors and production teams to identify and mitigate quality risks proactively.
• Participate in business risk escalation processes and customer safety alert management.
• Conduct process audits and support process FMEA activities.

Documentation & Training

• Develop, maintain, and ensure adherence to quality documentation and control procedures.
• Provide training and guidance on quality standards and processes.

Operational Collaboration

• Participate in production line performance reviews and short-interval management activities.
• Support new product or process changes by providing quality input and validation.
• Work closely with supply chain teams to ensure end-to-end quality performance from suppliers to customers.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Electronic, or related field).
• Up to 3 years of experience in manufacturing quality, manufacturing engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience using structured problem-solving tools (8D, 5 Whys, fishbone diagrams).

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies (certification preferred).
• Experience working with electrostatic discharge (ESD) standards and controls.
• Fully on-site role in a manufacturing facility.
• Requires close collaboration with production, engineering, and supply chain teams.