Quality Engineer

Functions and Responsibilities: * Monitor quality performance: metrics, trends, repeating issues, or causes of poor quality or rework * Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data * Ensuring processes adhere to quality standards * Develop or establish new standards and update existing standards * Develop written work instructions and procedures * Provide input into work instructions, manufacturing processes, and manufacturing methods to ensure quality * Customer complaint handling * CAPA RCA investigation to support managers for resolutions, and follow-ups to verify effectiveness * Review supplier scorecards and monitor quality of workmanship * Work with Purchasing to communicate supplier issues and issue corrective actions for nonconformances * Internal and external audit support * Collaborate with Manufacturing manager to develop and implement quality controls and improvements * Investigate and troubleshoot product or production "quality" issues * Review codes, specifications, and processes * Adhere to ISO and quality procedures * Work effectively in a team environment * Perform other duties as assigned by manager * Serve as a backup to the Quality Manager Education: * Bachelor's degree in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or similar/related program required * In lieu of Bachelor's degree, a combination of an Associate degree with proven work experience in the metal fabrication industry with hands on operation in multiple fabrication processes may be substituted Experience: * Production or engineering experience in a custom sheet metal fabrication business is desired * Familiarity with welding, fabrication, and machining specifications preferred * Accurate manufacturing blueprint reading experience required * Knowledge of metals and raw materials along with the understanding of production processes, and costs of manufacturing is a plus * Good analytical and problem-solving skills * Knowledge of inspection methods and experience in the use of metrology measuring equipment * Knowledge of industry principles such as lean manufacturing and six sigma methodologies is preferred * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Access database application is a plus Specialized Experience: * Five plus years' experience in managing or supervising quality assurance and quality control in a manufacturing setting Knowledge and application of ISO 9001:2015 Standard * Proficiency in Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and an enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems; Infor CloudSuite Industrial (SyteLine) * Working knowledge of American Welding Society and Military welding procedures and specifications * Knowledge and experience with nondestructive testing of welds * Knowledge and experience with paint standards and methods * Knowledge and experience with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) * Knowledge and experience with Lean Manufacturing and Quality at the Source (QATS) * Excellent communication skills at all levels within an organization