Quality Engineer

Hiab; Raisio; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hiab is seeking a Quality Engineer to safeguard product quality across factory functions in Raisio, Finland. You will act as the voice of the customer, validating work practices and partnering with suppliers to drive continuous quality improvements.

You will monitor incoming goods, promote 5S, track deviations, and lead quality initiatives across value streams, reporting on NCRs and implementing SPC-driven process optimizations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology, or related field.
• 3–5 years of quality engineering experience in mechanical manufacturing and assembly.
• Proficiency with core quality tools and methodologies (ERP, 8D, A3, Kaizen, SPC, SIPOC, Pareto, DMAIC).
• Fluency in English and Finnish; occasional travel.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate the quality and safety of incoming goods and packaging.
• Identify safety risks and promote adherence to 5S standards.
• Track, report, and manage quality deviations related to suppliers.
• Analyze internal production defects and rework trends.
• Communicate quality insights and non-conformances to stakeholders.
• Review and process invoices for in-house technical claims.
• Lead quality initiatives as the quality representative for value streams.
• Generate NCRs for product, process, or drawing deviations.
• Apply SPC tools to monitor and optimize manufacturing processes.
• Partner with suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions (8D, A3).
• Develop and execute structured product audit plans incorporating claims and feedback.
• Conduct internal and external quality audits and follow-up on corrective actions.
• Compile quality documentation (PPAP, QGAR).
• Maintain daily SQDIP boards with key metrics.
• Coordinate and oversee the incoming inspection workflow.

Skills

Quality engineering

Collaboration

Process improvement

English and Finnish

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

8D

A3

Kaizen

SPC

SIPOC

Pareto analysis

DMAIC

Job description

Hiab is the pioneer in smart and sustainable on road load handling solutions. We believe in more than just work — we believe in making a difference for our customers to building a better tomorrow.

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Your mission

As a Quality Engineer, you will drive operational excellence by safeguarding product quality across factory functions. Serving as the vital voice of the customer within the value stream, you will validate standardized work practices and partner with suppliers to champion continuous quality improvements.

The position is based in Raisio, Finland.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate the quality and safety of incoming goods and packaging
• Proactively identify safety risks and promote adherence to 5S standards
• Track, report, and manage quality deviations related to suppliers
• Analyze, report, and address internal production defects and rework trends
• Communicate quality insights and non-conformances to key business line stakeholders
• Review, approve, and process invoices for in-house technical claims
• Lead quality initiatives as the dedicated quality representative for assigned value streams
• Generate comprehensive non-conformance reports (NCRs) for product, process, or drawing deviations
• Apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) tools to monitor and optimize manufacturing processes
• Partner with suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement robust corrective actions (e.g., 8D, A3)
• Develop and execute structured product audit plans incorporating claims, customer feedback, and internal metrics
• Conduct internal and external quality audits and ensure timely follow-up on corrective actions
• Compile quality documentation and data packages in line with project requirements (e.g., PPAP, QGAR)
• Maintain and update daily SQDIP boards with key quality metrics
• Coordinate and oversee the incoming inspection workflow.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology, or a related field
• 3–5 years of quality engineering experience within mechanical manufacturing and assembly operations
• Proficiency with core quality tools and methodologies (e.g., ERP systems, 8D, A3, Kaizen, SPC, SIPOC, Pareto analysis, DMAIC)
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively across internal teams and external partners
• Solid technical aptitude regarding manufactured products and assembly functionality
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications
• Strong process-oriented mindset focused on continuous quality improvement
• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt or Green Belt certification is considered a strong advantage
• Fluency in English and Finnish, with openness to occasional business travel.

What We Offer

As a part of our Employees First culture, we offer opportunities to grow within a dynamic environment that values flexibility and your well-being. We strive to make things easier, empower you to succeed, and strive for excellence in a positive and inclusive environment.

Please note that the process for this position is coordinated by our Recruitment team part of Hiab Business Services based in Bulgaria.

We Are Hiab

Hiab (Nasdaq Helsinki: HIAB) is a leading provider of smart and sustainable on road load-handling solutions, committed to delivering the best customer experience every day with the most engaged people and partners. As the industry pioneer, Hiab continues to make on road load-handling smarter, safer and more sustainable to build a better tomorrow.

www.hiabgroup.com