Quality Engineer

Job Description

OverviewJoin Our Team as a Quality Engineer – Where Precision Meets Purpose!

Are you passionate about quality, problem-solving, and driving continuous improvement? We’re seeking a Quality Engineer to join our team in Tallapoosa, GA—someone who excels in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is eager to make a meaningful impact. This full-time opportunity offers a competitive salary, a collaborative culture, and the chance to play a key role in delivering high-quality products that exceed customer expectations.

Job Title: Quality Engineer

Location: Tallapoosa, GA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday–Friday (Day Shift, Hours May Vary Depending on Project Needs)

Salary Range: $65,000 – $70,000 annually

Hours: 40+ Hours per Week

As a Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring that products meet engineering drawings and specifications through in-depth analysis and collaboration.

You will also serve as a problem-solver and a liaison between the production floor, suppliers, and quality contractors.

Responsibilities

Your key responsibilities will include:

Analyzing parts and assemblies to ensure they meet specifications and design intent

Managing the containment and disposition of suspect or non-conforming parts and units

Conducting investigations based on prior shift reports and identifying root causes

Communicating with suppliers to report quality issues and request corrective action

Directing sorting contractors and overseeing rework/inspection processes

Monitoring quality issue containment efforts and validating effectiveness daily

Driving continuous improvement initiatives and fostering innovation within the team

Qualifications

We’re seeking a detail-oriented and driven professional who can work independently while collaborating across teams. If you're someone who takes pride in delivering high-quality work and thrives on solving challenges, we want to hear from you.

Preferred qualifications and skills:

Strong ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T

Proficient with measurement tools and inspection techniques

Understanding of ISO-9001 and/or IATF 16949 Quality Management Systems

Familiarity with mechanical and electro-mechanical manufacturing processes

Strong written and verbal communication and negotiation skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer, ASQ Certified Auditor

Experience in a variety of manufacturing processes or mass assembly operations

ISO based quality management system, Lead Internal auditor experience

Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and Six SigmaCompany Description

Stratosphere Quality, founded in 2009, is a major global provider of quality assurance and outsourcing solutions, including sorting and inspection services, to manufacturers of parts and components in the automotive, medical device, electronics, home appliance, and recreational vehicle industries. Headquartered just northeast of Indianapolis, Indiana, Stratosphere Quality has a geographic reach that includes the United States, Canada, Mexico, Japan, and China.

Stratosphere Quality cultivates a positive organizational work environment, where employees are compelled to perform their best. Our team enjoys rewarding and meaningful work in a wide range of manufacturing work environments.

Full-time