Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Cintal, Inc.; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (dental & vision)

401(k) eligibility

Annual bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Cintal, Inc. seeks a Quality lead to coordinate between manufacturing plants and suppliers, ensuring effective issue resolution and data-driven improvements across the organization.

You will perform inspections, drive RCCA actions, mentor teams, and push Six Sigma/8D‑driven improvements using Office 365 tools to monitor progress and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering.
• Experience applying 8D methodology to resolve manufacturing quality issues.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross‑functional collaboration.
• Ability to analyze quality data, identify root causes, and drive CAPA.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality liaison between plants and suppliers to address issues.
• Perform inspections, implement containment actions, analyze data, and drive RCCA.
• Coordinate timely corrective actions for customer and internal quality issues.
• Promote End-to-End Built-In Quality and mentor teams across functions.
• Drive quality initiatives using Office 365 to track progress and report results.
• Identify opportunities to optimize processes and reduce defects.

Skills

Quality standards

Quality systems

Manufacturing operations

8D methodology

Structured problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Engineering degree (B.S./M.S.)

Tools

Office 365

Job description

BENEFITS:

• 10 paid holidays per year


• 2 weeks of paid time off per year, the current year is pro-rated based on start date


• Access to the company’s medical insurance, including dental and vision


• Eligibility for life insurance and disability coverage for short or long-term disabilities or long- term care needs


• 401 (k) eligibility with employer contribution annually


• Reimbursement for relocation expenses up to a certain amount on a case-by-case basis


• Yearly bonus based on company performance

JOB DESCRIPTION/TYPICAL TASK BREAKDOWN:

• Serve as a key quality liaison between manufacturing plants and component suppliers, ensuring effective communication and alignment on quality-related issues.


• Perform product inspections, implement containment actions, analyze quality data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) and continuous quality improvements.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and coordinate timely emergency, interim, and permanent corrective actions for customer and internal quality issues, collaborating effectively with cross‑functional teams.


• Serve as a quality ambassador, mentor, and sub-workstream leader, promoting End-to-End (E2E) Built-In Quality principles across the organization.


• Drive quality improvement initiatives and projects, leveraging Office 365 tools to track progress, analyze data, and enhance operational performance.


• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to optimize processes, improve product quality, and reduce defects.


• Manage internal and external customer relationships in partnership with Manufacturing Engineering teams, ensuring prompt resolution of quality concerns.


• Apply structured problem‑solving methodologies and quality tools, including Six Sigma and 8D, to investigate issues, implement corrective actions, and sustain process improvements.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Engineering.

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Strong working knowledge of quality standards, quality systems, and manufacturing operations within a production environment.


• Proven experience applying 8D methodology or other structured problem‑solving techniques to investigate and resolve manufacturing quality issues.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders.


• Demonstrated ability to analyze quality data, identify root causes, and drive corrective and preventive actions to improve product and process quality.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Strong verbal, analytical, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to lead cross‑functional teams.


• Proven ability to influence stakeholders, drive compliance, and support continuous improvement initiatives.


• Working knowledge of engineering, design, manufacturing, and maintenance processes.


• Proficient in Office 365 applications with strong data analysis and reporting capabilities.

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and global team. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. We are pleased to offer visa sponsorship for eligible and qualified individuals.

Cintal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.