Assistant Engineer, Quality

Mesquite Modules Corporation; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesquite Modules Corporation in Mesquite, TX is seeking an Assistant Quality Engineer to support our manufacturing quality program. The role centers on developing QA policies, performing inspections, and ensuring products meet quality specs and ISO requirements.

You will partner with engineering and production to drive process improvements using Six Sigma and Lean methods, maintain QA documentation, and assist in supplier quality management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience in quality engineering or a similar role within manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance methodologies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in quality tools and techniques (root cause analysis, statistical analysis, FMEA).
• Experience with quality management systems (ISO 9001, Six Sigma).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality assurance policies, procedures, and standards.
• Conduct regular inspections and testing to ensure compliance with quality specs.
• Review and analyze quality data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Monitor in-process settings and compliance requirements.
• Ensure outgoing products meet specifications and ISO ownership.
• Maintain documentation of quality assurance activities.
• Collaborate with engineering and production to drive process improvements.
• Conduct supplier quality audits and resolutions.

Skills

Quality engineering experience

Root cause analysis

Statistical analysis

FMEA

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quality Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Tools

Six Sigma

ISO 9001

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Quality Engineer

Department: Manufacturing

Reports To: Quality Engineer Manager

Responsibilities

• Quality Assurance
  • Develop and implement quality assurance policies, procedures, and standards.
  • Conduct regular inspections and testing of products and processes to ensure compliance with quality specifications.
  • Review and analyze quality data and metrics to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Monitor in-process settings and compliance requirements.
  • Ensure outgoing products meet specification requirements and ISO ownership.
  • Maintain documentation in place.
• Process Improvement
  • Collaborate with engineering and production teams to develop and implement process improvements.
  • Use Six Sigma or Lean methodologies to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Conduct root cause analyses of quality issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Documentation and Reporting
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of quality assurance activities.
  • Prepare and present detailed reports on quality performance, trends, and improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure all quality-related documentation complies with industry regulations and standards.
• Supplier Quality Management
  • Evaluate and monitor the quality of materials and components provided by suppliers.
  • Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with quality standards.
  • Work with suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement improvements.
• Compliance and Regulatory Requirements
  • Ensure products and processes comply with relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Stay updated on changes to regulations and standards affecting quality assurance practices.
  • Prepare and facilitate regulatory audits and inspections as required.
• Training and Support
  • Provide training and guidance to production staff on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.
  • Support the development and implementation of quality training programs.
  • Assist in resolving quality-related issues and provide technical support to teams.
• Quality Control
  • Develop and maintain quality control plans and procedures.
  • Oversee the calibration and maintenance of quality control equipment.
  • Ensure quality control measures are effectively integrated into production processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in quality engineering or a similar role within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance methodologies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in quality tools and techniques (e.g., root cause analysis, statistical analysis, FMEA).
• Experience with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, Six Sigma).
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Skills

• Certification in quality engineering (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Engineer).
• Experience with advanced quality management systems and tools.
• Knowledge of specific industry standards and regulations relevant to the organization.
• Proficiency in both English and Mandarin (preferred).
• Ability to adapt to changing technologies and industry trends.
• Willingness to continuously learn and update skills.

Working Conditions

• Standard office environment with frequent visits to the manufacturing floor or production areas.
• May require occasional travel to supplier facilities or other company locations.
• May involve working with various types of equipment and exposure to production environments.