Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Reach Hire Talent Solutions

Ames (IA)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing is seeking a Manufacturing/Quality Engineer to enhance production processes and ensure product quality. This role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering. The successful candidate will work closely with design engineering and production teams to optimize manufacturing methods and maintain high standards of quality.

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering.
Strong background in process development and optimization.
Familiarity with lean tools such as 5S and Six Sigma preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and document manufacturing processes for efficiency.
Lead design and implementation of new production methods.
Monitor early production runs for stability and conformity.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

Process development

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD tools

ERP systems

Job description

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$85,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

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Job Summary of the Manufacturing/Quality Engineer: The Manufacturing/Quality Engineer plays a key role in the development, optimization, and deployment of manufacturing processes to ensure efficient, high-quality production of products. This role focuses on process design and improvement rather than product design, with a strong emphasis on ensuring product quality and a successful handoff of new designs to the production team.

Candidates must be in a commutable distance to Ames, IA.

Job Duties & Responsibilities of the Manufacturing/Quality Engineer:

Interpret engineering sketches, specifications, and other technical documentation to produce accurate and precise drawings.
Develop, document, and refine manufacturing processes to ensure they are robust, repeatable, and cost-effective.
Lead the design and implementation of new production methods for upcoming products and revisions.
Collaborate with design engineering to transition product concepts into scalable manufacturing processes.
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve process performance.
Maintain and update process documentation, SOPs, and forms as required by ISO 9000 standards.
Serve as the key liaison between product development and production, ensuring design intent is maintained through launch.
Lead pre-production process validation, including PFMEA, control plans, and capability studies.
Support tooling, equipment, and fixture design to ensure process readiness.
Monitor early production runs to ensure process stability and product conformity.
Drive quality assurance by proactively identifying process risks and implementing preventive measures.
Apply lean manufacturing tools and methodologies to reduce waste and increase throughput.
Support internal audits and corrective action planning related to process and product quality.
Lead cross-functional teams in Kaizen or other improvement initiatives.
Partner with Quality, Design, and Operations teams to ensure alignment across process requirements and customer expectations.
Communicate effectively with internal teams and suppliers regarding process capability, improvement plans, and project timelines.
Conduct training for operators and technicians on new processes and updated standards.

Education & Experience of the Manufacturing/Quality Engineer:

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline required.
Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering in an industrial setting.
Strong background in process development, launch, and optimization.
Experience with ERP systems (Syteline a plus) and ISO quality systems.
Experience in industrial/heavy-duty products is a plus.
Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and CAD tools.
Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Familiarity with lean tools such as 5S, value stream mapping, and Six Sigma preferred.
Proficiency in ERP systems and a strong understanding of how to leverage technology to improve operational efficiencies.

Seniority level