Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 2750 Commerce Pkwy, La Grange, KY 40031 $36

• $40 an hour
• Full-time C & S Machine & Manufacturing Corporation 12 reviews $36
• $40 an hour
• Full-time Job Title Quality Engineer Department Quality Position Type Full Time/Exempt Reports To Quality Manager Working Hours Monday-Friday 7:00am
• 3:30pm Job Summary The Quality Engineer plays a crucial role in ensuring product quality and process efficiency.

This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining quality control systems, and ensuring products meet or exceed quality standards, comply with regulations, and satisfy customer requirements. Responsibilities Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance protocols and procedures. Ensure compliance with ISO standards (e.g., ISO 9001), AS9100, and other regulatory requirements. Audit systems and processes to identify areas for improvement. Monitor production workflows to ensure adherence to quality specifications. Analyze manufacturing data to identify trends and recommend corrective actions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product quality, reduce waste, and enhance efficiency. Plan, execute, and oversee product inspections and testing at various stages of production. Investigate product defect or non-conformities, perform root cause analyses, and implement corrective actions. Conduct internal audits and participate in external audits to maintain compliance. Prepare detailed reports on quality metrics, inspection results, and correction actions. Update the Quality Management System (QMS) with incidents, improvements, and audit findings. Draft Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for quality assurance processes. Initiate PPAP and First Article generation. Manage gauge calibrating and tracking software. Driven continuous improvement initiatives. Strong knowledge of quality assurance tools and methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, ISO 9001, AS9100, APQP, PFMEA's, Control Plans, Standard Work and Supplier Quality Management). Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles. Proficient experience with CMM's, specifically Zeiss and Calypso software. Proficient in blueprint reading and GD&T. Manage supplier non-conformities. Education Requirements Preferred bachelor's degree in engineering or related field. 4+ years of work experience. Qualification Requirements Successfully pass drug screening Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation. Demonstrated ability to perform shop math functions, including trigonometry. Understanding of company Quality Policy and fundamentals of ISO 9001 and AS9100. Ability to work with deadlines. Good organizational skills Solid communication skills at all levels of the organization (written and oral) Speak, read, and write English. Ability to use the latest technology/software provided by the company. A precise attention to detail Must have excellent sense of priorities and a self-motivator. Must adhere to all OSHA safety rules and regulations.

Physical Demands:

Stand, walk, push, pull, climb stairs and ladders, reach overhead and bend to the floor. Exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or exert up to 10 pounds of force frequently. Ability to safely lift 50 pounds.

Senses:

Visual (basic color perception, peripheral and depth perception, close vision of 20 inches or less, distance vision of more than 20 feet). Required for reading blueprints and any required customer documentation.

Hearing:

Ability to monitor machine sounds to identify and diagnose changes in order to take appropriate action.

Visual:

Near acuity and accommodation are required for reading machine dial gauges, blueprints and precision measuring instruments used in the inspection of parts.

Working Environment/Conditions:

Subject to moderate to high noise levels from operating machines Physical hazards are being exposed to moving equipment and machine parts. Breathing fumes, dust, and mist Skin exposure to oils and cutting fluid. May be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. May require working overtime and/or Saturday hours depending on customer needs. May require travel to customers or vendors.

Core Values:

Fanatical About Precision

• We build correct and efficient processes, and we execute them with relentless accuracy. We avoid shortcuts because quality is on the line. Our customers and our teammates can expect precision-made products every single day. Accountable to Each Other
• We take responsibility for our actions, owning both successes and mistakes. We hold ourselves and our colleagues accountable to our standards of excellence. We all play for the same team, and every win is shared. Challenge Accepted
• We're not afraid to try something new, to solve a problem, or to think of new ideas. We like to figure things out. We meet new tasks with enthusiasm and curiosity. Our default is YES. Truth Tellers, Always
• We are honest and ethical in all our actions. Our communications with our clients and each other are clear, timely, frank, and fair. We are empowered and obligated to voice concerns. We honor our commitments because our word is our bond. Service With Humility
• We leave our egos at the door.

No task is too small to be done well; no person is too experienced to learn something new. C & S Machine and Manufacturing Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.