Are you a results-driven quality professional with a hands-on manufacturing background who thrives on the shop floor? As Cerebral Staffing, we are looking for a dedicated and adaptable Quality Engineer to join our team supporting our client, John Deere, in East Moline, IL. If you are a proactive problem solver with a "can-do" attitude and a knack for driving process compliance, non-conformance containment, and daily quality operations, we want to hear from you. Quality Engineer - 1st Shift - John Deere Harvester Works This is a vital, long-term 1+ year contract opportunity paying up to $50/hr, including 2 Weeks of PTO. Supporting the Quality Services Team across all factory engineering processes, you will collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Supply Management to coordinate containment, drive in-line inspections, and maintain shop floor quality controls.

Position Details & Compensation Pay Rate:

Up to $50/hr (W2).

Location:

100% Onsite at Harvester Works (East Moline, IL). Local candidates are highly preferred.

Duration:

1+ Years.

Shift:

1st Shift (6:00 AM - 3:00 PM). Must be willing to flex and support variable shifts as needed.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, with potential overtime required.

Benefits:

2 Weeks PTO, Health, Dental, Vision, Life, 401k, and Referral Bonuses.

Safety Gear:

Metatarsal safety boots are required on Day 1.

Visa Sponsorship:

Not available now or in the near future.

Core Responsibilities Quality Operations Support:

Support in-line inspection, tool and gauge asset management, GD&T analysis, CMM inspection, and process control documentation.

Containment & Non-Conformance:

Drive non-conformance processing and containment activities using SAP, NCCA, DNCM, and other internal tools.

Shop Floor Collaboration:

Partner directly with operations, engineering, supply management, and shop floor staff (handlers, inspectors) to execute daily quality priorities.

Reporting & Communication:

Provide clear daily report-out documentation and ensure continuous communication regarding work status and priorities.

Required Skills & Experience Manufacturing Experience:

Strong, hands-on background in a manufacturing environment.

Adaptability & Mindset:

"Can-do" attitude with a proven willingness to engage, learn, and adapt to changing business needs.

Technical Literacy:

Computer proficiency in core Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Safety & Logistics:

Metatarsal boots required on Day 1; ability to support variable shifts and flexible hours as needed. What Makes You Stand Out Background in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) analysis. Experience with CMM programming or ISO quality management systems. Capability to create data and analytics tools for quality reporting. If you are a quality engineer ready to support factory operations for an industry leader at up to $50/hr, we encourage you to apply immediately.

APPLY NOW

to join the Quality Services Team at Harvester Works!

Pay:

Up to $50.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person