Manufacturing Quality & Continuous Improvement Engineer

Zaddy Solutions; Spring Grove (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Zaddy Solutions is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead quality culture and sustained process improvements in our Illinois operation. The role focuses on integrating customer quality requirements with the manufacturing culture and driving cross-functional projects on the shop floor.

The successful candidate will lead APQP, FMEA, 6S/lean initiatives and statistical methods to ensure robust problem solving and corrective actions across programs. Strong audit and leadership experience required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or Metallurgy (or equivalent).
• Certified Quality Engineer (ASQ) preferred.
• 7+ years of quality leadership with hands-on shop floor CI experience.
• Six Sigma Black Belt with multiple projects; Lead Auditor in ISO 9001:2008 or AS9100.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality culture and continuous improvement initiatives on the shop floor.
• Drive company-wide process control and problem-solving activities.
• Support and enhance CAR system and audits.
• Engage cross-functional teams to ensure quality techniques are applied in investigations.

Skills

Strategic orientation

Minitab

APQP

FMEA

6S/Lean

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering/Metallurgy

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (preferred)

Tools

Lead Auditor (ISO 9001/AS9100)

Job description

Zaddy Solutions is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead quality culture and sustained process improvements in our Illinois operation. The role focuses on integrating customer quality requirements with the manufacturing culture and driving cross-functional projects on the shop floor.

The successful candidate will lead APQP, FMEA, 6S/lean initiatives and statistical methods to ensure robust problem solving and corrective actions across programs. Strong audit and leadership experience required.