Robert Half Permanent Placement is excited to partner with an innovative manufacturer in Lockport, NY on their search for a Quality Engineer. This exciting role has a starting salary of $50,000 - $70,000 depending on experience and a comprehensive benefits package. Our great client has newly created this position that comes with excellent career growth opportunity for someone with a quality and safety mindset. Responsibilities include but not limited to: Develop, implement, and maintain quality procedures, work instructions, inspection methods, and testing protocols to ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and internal quality standards Evaluate manufacturing processes, analyze quality data and trends, and lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product quality, reduce waste, and improve operational efficiency Conduct product, material, equipment, and process validation activities, including testing, calibration management, statistical analysis, and documentation of results Lead investigations involving nonconforming materials, customer complaints, and corrective and preventive actions, performing root cause analysis and implementing effective corrective actions Support and maintain the Quality Management System including safety and quality certifications, customer specifications, raw material specifications, and finished product requirements Train production and quality personnel on quality systems, inspection methods, new equipment, and standard operating procedures to ensure consistent execution across the organization Support customer and certification audits, respond to customer quality inquiries, maintain inspection and calibration records, and serve as backup to the Director of Quality as needed Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical field preferred; equivalent manufacturing quality experience will be considered Experience in quality engineering or quality assurance within a manufacturing environment, including quality systems, root cause analysis, statistical data analysis, CAPA, validation, and continuous improvement Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to interpret technical data, lead cross-functional improvement initiatives, and work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .