Manufacturing Quality Engineer (Crew B)

Med-National Staffing Inc.; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Med-National Staffing Inc. is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Quality Engineer to support launch of new products and processes in a fast-paced production setting. You will work with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and suppliers to drive continuous improvement and deliver high-quality products.

The role emphasizes PPAP reviews, supplier quality management, and internal audits to ensure readiness and product quality for launches and ongoing production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
• 8+ years of experience in quality/manufacturing quality roles within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting new product launches and production readiness activities.
• Strong knowledge of QMS and quality methodologies.
• Experience with root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with risk assessment tools and FMEA methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; data-driven decisions.
• Experience in supplier quality management and incoming material quality processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve PPAP submissions.
• Monitor supplier corrective actions and ensure timely resolution.
• Support root cause analysis and problem-solving activities.
• Provide production support for supplier-related quality concerns.
• Assess supplier capabilities and support supplier qualification.
• Coordinate incoming inspection activities and ensure compliance.
• Support incoming part inspections for prototypes and launches.
• Develop and maintain supplier performance metrics and scorecards.
• Partner with supplier quality teams to drive improvements.
• Conduct internal audits and monitor KPIs (scrap, defects, supplier performance).
• Issue and track quality failure reports and corrective actions.
• Manage obsolete materials to prevent misuse during launches.
• Collaborate to integrate quality requirements into manufacturing processes.
• Develop and maintain quality documentation (control plans, procedures).
• Use risk assessments to mitigate manufacturing and product risks.
• Support FMEA documentation and updates.
• Provide ongoing quality support to teams.
• Participate in CI initiatives and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Root cause analysis

FMEA

Quality data analysis

Process improvement

Quality management

Supplier quality management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Quality Management

Tools

PPAP

APQP

MSA

Job description

Location: Onsite Shift: Crew B | Wednesday - Saturday | 7:00 PM - 5:30 AM Please note: Training will begin on day shift before transitioning to the assigned Crew B schedule.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Quality Engineer to support the launch of new products and manufacturing processes within a fast-paced production environment. This role plays a key part in ensuring manufacturing readiness, product quality, supplier performance, and successful production launches. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and supplier teams to drive continuous improvement and deliver high-quality products that meet customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and approve Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions to ensure compliance with quality requirements and inspection standards.
• Monitor supplier corrective actions and ensure timely resolution of quality concerns.
• Support root cause analysis and problem-solving activities related to supplier and manufacturing quality issues.
• Provide production support for supplier-related quality concerns and communicate findings to appropriate engineering and quality teams.
• Assess supplier capabilities and support supplier qualification activities.
• Coordinate incoming inspection activities and ensure compliance with quality requirements.
• Support incoming part inspections for prototype builds, launch activities, and new product introductions.
• Develop and maintain supplier performance metrics, scorecards, and improvement plans.
• Partner with supplier quality teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct internal audits and monitor key performance indicators, including scrap, defects, and supplier performance.
• Issue and track quality failure reports and corrective actions.
• Support management of obsolete materials to prevent unintended use during launch and production activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality requirements are effectively integrated into manufacturing processes.
• Develop and maintain quality documentation, including control plans, inspection procedures, and related records.
• Utilize risk assessment methodologies to identify and mitigate manufacturing and product risks.
• Support the development and maintenance of Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) documentation.
• Provide ongoing quality support to manufacturing and engineering teams.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in quality engineering, manufacturing engineering, or quality assurance within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting new product launches, process development, and production readiness activities.
• Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and quality methodologies.
• Experience with root cause analysis, corrective action implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with risk assessment tools and FMEA methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Experience in supplier quality management and incoming material quality processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within the automotive or highly regulated manufacturing industry.
• Knowledge of AIAG Core Tools, including:APQPPPAPFMEAMSASPCFamiliarity with IATF 16949 quality management standards.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience.
• Experience conducting internal audits and managing quality performance metrics.

Personal Attributes

• High integrity and strong professional ethics.
• Positive and growth-oriented mindset.
• Resourceful, adaptable, and self-motivated.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Team-oriented with excellent collaboration skills.
• Results-driven with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to play a key role in new product launches and manufacturing growth initiatives.
• Collaborative team environment with exposure to cross-functional operations.
• Direct impact on quality, supplier performance, and operational excellence.
• Career growth opportunities within an evolving manufacturing organization.
• This position is ideal for a quality professional who enjoys solving complex manufacturing challenges, partnering across multiple functions, and driving successful product launches through strong quality systems and supplier management.