Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer TekPro Engineering Hanover Park, IL Job Details $75,000 - $90,000 a year 5 hours ago Qualifications Mechanical blueprint interpretation Customer communication Content creation for technical audiences Defect resolution root cause analysis Technical documentation Corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) Manufacturing facility Mechanical drawings Bachelor's degree in engineering Technical writing within technology Quality improvement programs in engineering Cross-functional communication Full Job Description Quality Engineer •

Salary:

75-90k •Join a leading precision manufacturing organization with decades of experience producing complex, high-quality components for industries including aerospace, automotive, medical, and advanced technology markets. This is an opportunity to join a team that values innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence while working in a modern manufacturing environment focused on quality, collaboration, and customer success. What's in it for you: Work with advanced manufacturing processes and highly engineered components requiring tight quality standards Join a stable, growing organization with a strong reputation for precision manufacturing Partner with experienced engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to drive improvements and solve complex problems Be a key contributor to quality initiatives that directly impact customers and production performance

Quality Engineer Responsibilities:

Support daily quality operations by identifying opportunities for process improvement and maintaining strong quality standards throughout manufacturing Lead root cause analysis (RCA) investigations for internal and external quality issues, utilizing structured problem-solving methodologies Manage corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes, including documentation, investigation, implementation, and effectiveness reviews Analyze quality data, trends, and production metrics to identify recurring issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives Create, maintain, and improve quality documentation including procedures, work instructions, inspection standards, and quality records Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, production, and suppliers to resolve quality concerns and implement corrective actions Support customer complaint investigations and ensure timely resolution through effective communication and technical problem solving Assist with process improvements, validation activities, and manufacturing changes to ensure product quality and consistency Participate in audits and support compliance with quality management systems and industry standards

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or related discipline) required Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment Strong understanding of quality tools including RCA, CAPA, 8D, FMEA, and continuous improvement methodologies Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation Strong documentation skills with attention to detail and accuracy Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and drive corrective actions to completion You should be proficient in: GD&T Data Analysis and Manipulation Continuous Improvement 5 Why (Root Cause Analysis Method) AS9100 Quality Systems Aerospace Manufacturing PPAP Process Experience Machines & technologies you'll use: CNC Lathe (2-4 axis) Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM)