Quality Engineer

We're partnering with a growing manufacturer seeking a Quality Engineer to lead quality systems, regulatory compliance, and product certification initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on quality professional who enjoys working cross-functionally with engineering, operations, suppliers, customers, and regulatory agencies while helping shape and improve quality processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead product compliance and regulatory certification activities, including DOT-related approvals and ongoing compliance efforts.
• Develop, maintain, and improve quality systems, policies, procedures, and quality manuals.
• Coordinate product testing, validation, inspections, and certification requirements.
• Serve as the primary liaison with customers, vendors, testing laboratories, and regulatory organizations.
• Conduct audits, investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing documentation to ensure compliance.
• Support supplier quality initiatives and incoming material quality standards.
• Perform floor inspections and work closely with manufacturing teams to drive continuous improvement.
• Manage quality documentation, reports, records, and compliance evidence.
• Track quality metrics and support process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Materials, or a related field.
• 3-5+ years of quality engineering or manufacturing quality experience.
• Strong experience with DOT regulations and approval/certification processes.
• Background within the steel, metals, or heavy manufacturing industry preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and technical drawings.
• Experience developing quality manuals, policies, and procedures.
• Familiarity with root cause analysis, CAPA, audits, process controls, and quality management systems.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and ERP systems.
• Strong project management, technical writing, and communication skills.

What You'll Be Doing

• Working directly with customers and vendors on quality and compliance matters.
• Managing audits, inspections, and regulatory documentation.
• Supporting production quality through shop floor inspections and process improvements.
• Driving compliance initiatives and ensuring products meet applicable industry standards

Growth Opportunity

This position offers a clear path into a leadership role with the potential to oversee quality personnel and broader quality management responsibilities as the organization continues to grow.

Apply today to learn more about this confidential opportunity.

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