A Product Quality Engineer evaluates and tests products and manufacturing systems, to ensure that products are produced that meet quality and performance standards as well as safety and regulatory requirements. Develops product quality standards and monitors production and product testing.
90-115k (Open depending on exp.) Position Summary The Quality Engineer is responsible for supporting product and process quality initiatives across manufacturing operations, with a focus on APQP, PPAP, validation, CMM programming, and continuous improvement. This role partners cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, and Customers to ensure compliance with quality standards, improve process capability, and support new product launches. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in GD&T, SPC, metrology, and plastic injection molding quality systems. Key Responsibilities Lead and complete PPAP submissions, including customer-facing documentation and tool revision changes Support and drive the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) process for new and existing programs Develop and execute validation protocols for manufacturing and quality processes Conduct and analyze GR&R / Measurement System Analysis (MSA) studies Create, maintain, and optimize CMM programs for inspection of components and tooling Train Quality Inspectors and Production/Molding personnel on quality standards, inspection methods, and new project requirements Perform data collection, statistical analysis, and reporting for process improvement initiatives Analyze process capability and interpret capability studies (Cp, Cpk, Pp, Ppk) Update and maintain quality instructions, inspection plans, drawings, and controlled documentation Support root cause investigations and corrective actions for internal/external quality issues Communicate quality concerns, trends, and improvement opportunities to leadership Participate in continuous improvement and special quality-related projects Ensure compliance with ISO standards, internal procedures, and customer quality requirements Qualifications High School Diploma required; Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical field preferred 5-8+ years of quality engineering / advanced quality experience in manufacturing Experience in plastic injection molding required/preferred (adjust based on your preference) Strong understanding of GD&T, blueprint reading, and metrology principles Proficiency in CMM programming and operation Experience with SPC, capability studies, GR&R/MSA, and core quality tools Working knowledge of ISO standards and quality management systems Strong computer proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe, and Outlook Excellent written and verbal communication skills #TPGHartford
