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Quality Engineer Alpha Metalcraft Group Bethel, CT Job Details Full-time $80,000 - $90,000 a year 14 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Career development plan Vision insurance Professional development assistance Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Six Sigma Certification Teamwork Defect resolution root cause analysis ISO standards Corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) Manufacturing facility Machining Quality control within aerospace industry Quality engineering Regulatory/legal compliance standards in production Quality audits Manufacturing company experience Cross-functional communication Customer complaint resolution Failure analysis
Full Job Description Quality Engineer Location:
Bethel, CT Employment Type:
Full-Time About Alpha Metalcraft Group (AMG) Alpha Metalcraft Group (AMG) is a leading precision manufacturing organization serving the Aerospace, Defense, Medical Device, Industrial, and Commercial markets. Our Bethel, Connecticut facility specializes in deep draw and precision metal forming solutions used in high-reliability and mission-critical applications. AMG operates under AS9100 and ISO-certified quality management systems and supports customers with demanding quality, regulatory, and technical requirements. We are committed to operational excellence, continuous improvement, customer satisfaction, and developing world-class manufacturing capabilities across our organization. Position Summary AMG is seeking a hands-on Quality Engineer to support quality assurance, process improvement, and compliance initiatives at our Bethel Deep Draw manufacturing facility. This role partners closely with Operations, Engineering, Program Management, and Customers to ensure product and process quality, drive corrective actions, reduce manufacturing variation, and maintain compliance with aerospace and defense quality standards. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who enjoys working directly on the manufacturing floor, analyzing data, driving improvements, and collaborating across departments to achieve quality and operational objectives. Key Responsibilities Support and maintain compliance with
AS9100, ISO
9001, customer-specific requirements, and applicable regulatory standards. Lead and support internal, customer, and third-party quality audits, including preparation, execution, and corrective action follow-up. Drive root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA/RCCA) activities related to customer complaints, internal nonconformances, supplier issues, and process failures. Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Tooling teams to improve deep draw and metal forming processes, reduce scrap, improve yield, and enhance process capability. Review, develop, and approve inspection plans, control plans, work instructions, and quality documentation. Support First Article Inspection (FAI) activities in accordance with AS9102 requirements. Participate in New Product Introduction (NPI), process validation, and production readiness activities. Analyze quality metrics, trends, and performance data to identify risks and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Support supplier quality activities, including supplier corrective actions, qualification efforts, and incoming inspection controls. Develop and maintain quality procedures, standards, and inspection methodologies. Ensure customer drawings, specifications, and technical requirements are effectively translated into manufacturing and inspection controls. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support customer satisfaction, on-time delivery, and operational excellence initiatives. Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 3-6+ years of Quality Engineering experience within aerospace, defense, medical device, or other regulated manufacturing environments. Experience supporting manufacturing operations and production quality systems. Working knowledge of AS9100 and/or
ISO 9001
Quality Management Systems. Experience leading or supporting root cause investigations and corrective action programs. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments. Hands-on approach with a strong presence on the manufacturing floor. Preferred Qualifications Experience with deep draw manufacturing, metal forming, stamping, machining, or precision manufacturing processes. Experience conducting or supporting customer, internal, and third-party audits. Knowledge of First Article Inspection (AS9102) requirements. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T. Experience with statistical analysis, process capability studies, and quality data analysis. Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement training and certification. Experience working within aerospace and defense manufacturing environments. U.S. Person Requirement Due to the nature of our business and access to export-controlled technical data, applicants must qualify as a U.S. Person under applicable U.S. export control regulations. A U.S. Person is generally defined as a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), refugee, or individual granted asylum in the United States. Why Join AMG? At Alpha Metalcraft Group, you'll join a growing advanced manufacturing organization supporting critical aerospace, defense, medical, and commercial applications. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with engineering and operations teams, drive meaningful process improvements, and make a direct impact on product quality and customer satisfaction. We invest in our employees through training, development, cross-functional exposure, and advancement opportunities across our multi-site manufacturing platform. Our culture emphasizes safety, quality, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Benefits Competitive Compensation Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonus Program 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company 3% Safe Harbor Contribution Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) Supplemental Financial Protection Insurance Plans Company-Paid Life Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage Tuition Reimbursement Program Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Employee Referral Bonus Program Professional Development and Educational Assistance Opportunities Equal Employment Opportunity Alpha Metalcraft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Pay:
$80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance
