Junior Quality Engineer

Defense Mechanics Inc; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid holidays annually

1 week of paid vacation in the first year

2 weeks of paid vacation during years 2-5

Job summary

Defense Mechanics Inc is urgently seeking a Quality Control Junior Engineer to join our team in Dallas, Texas. The role requires a proactive individual ready to lead projects and ensure compliance with safety standards while performing quality inspections.

You will develop quality control plans, conduct inspections, and manage supplier quality assurance. This hands-on position offers you the chance to make an immediate impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a recent graduate in engineering.
• Strong understanding of quality control processes.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop quality control plans and test plans for manufacturing.
• Conduct inspections and audits to ensure compliance.
• Prepare quality documentation according to ISO standards.
• Manage supplier quality assurance and conduct audits.
• Implement safety policies in the manufacturing environment.

Skills

Quality control

Root cause analysis

ISO standards

Inspection

Safety regulations

Education

Recent graduate in Engineering

Job description

Overview

Nucentra Solutions is urgently seeking a recently graduated or about to graduate Quality Control Junior Engineer to join our dynamic team. This pivotal role requires a motivated professional who can lead projects, ensure compliance with safety standards, and inspect for quality assurance at all levels here at our plant. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive hands‑on individual eager to make an immediate impact in a fast‑paced environment.

Must be Local

Must be Local

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality control plans and well‑structured test plans for manufacturing processes related to acoustic enclosures, power generator packaging, exhaust systems, liquid storage tanks, power and E‑houses
• Conduct inspections, audits, and testing of products and processes to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications.
• Prepare and maintain quality documentation, reports, and certifications in accordance with ISO standards and regulatory requirements.
• Perform root cause analysis and drive corrective actions for non-conformance issues. Establish and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve performance.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and supply chain teams to improve design, manufacturing and inspection processes.
• Lead training sessions for production staff on quality control methods and best practices.
• Manage supplier quality assurance and conduct vendor audits as needed.
• Monitor the identification, traceability, and proper storage of incoming materials.
• Inspect incoming materials in accordance with project specifications.
• Update and tag asset management for all equipment and tools throughout the organization to ensure accurate identification, traceability, and control.
• Conduct calibration of all equipment and instruments at defined intervals and maintain and update the master list to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor and control the implementation of the Quality Management System to ensure continued compliance and effectiveness.
• Establish and maintain procedures and formats for the Quality Management System to ensure consistency, control, and compliance.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (CFT) to define and implement Corrective Action Reports (CAR) and Root Cause Analyses (RCA), ensuring effective resolution and prevention of recurring issues.
• Comply with and uphold ISO policies and procedures to ensure adherence to standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and regularly update CAR trackers to verify the effectiveness of Corrective Action & Preventive Action (CAPA) actions and ensure timely closure.
• Ensure compliance with all workplaces and promote Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) regulations.
• Implement and enforce safety policies, procedures, and best practices within the manufacturing environment.
• Promote a safety culture by providing training sessions on occupational health and safety standards.
• Work closely with the HSE department to align quality and safety initiatives.

Quality Engineer KPIs

• NCR & FPY: Maintain Non‑Conformance Rate 2% and First Pass Yield 95%.
• Corrective Actions: Close CARs within 10 days and prevent recurrence.
• Supplier Quality: Keep Supplier Defect Rate 2% through audits and inspections.
• Calibration Compliance: Ensure 100% timely calibration of all instruments.
• Documentation Accuracy: Maintain 98% accuracy in ISO‑compliant records.
• Audit Performance: Achieve zero major non‑conformities.
• Material Traceability: Ensure proper identification, storage, and tracking of all materials.
• HSE Compliance: Maintain zero safety incidents and follow all HSE regulations.

Benefits and Hours

The hours are M‑F 7am - 4pm. This is a hand‑on role. You will be working on‑site in the shop area.

You will receive 10 paid holidays annually and accrue 1 week of paid vacation in the first year and 2 weeks of paid vacation during years 2-5. There are no medical or dental benefits offered, or any other.

You will need to undergo a background check, that must come back squeaky clean along with a drug test.