Manufacturing Quality Engineer: Root-Cause Defect Prevention

Katalyst CRO; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Katalyst CRO in Little Rock, Arkansas is seeking an experienced quality engineer to identify and resolve defects on the shop floor. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, performing root cause analysis and supporting quality improvements.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field, with 7 years of experience in manufacturing or quality engineering. Key duties involve analyzing issues and enhancing practices to prevent defects.

Qualifications

• 7 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or quality engineering.
• Basic understanding of quality tools such as root cause analysis, 5 Why, fishbone, etc.
• Exposure to manufacturing processes and shop floor environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and document defects on the shop floor and track similar issues.
• Perform root cause analysis and investigate quality issues.
• Support implementation of best practices for defect prevention.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Problem-solving techniques

Effective communication

Stakeholder management

Quality improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Tools

5 Why

Fishbone diagram

Job description

Katalyst CRO in Little Rock, Arkansas is seeking an experienced quality engineer to identify and resolve defects on the shop floor. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, performing root cause analysis and supporting quality improvements.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field, with 7 years of experience in manufacturing or quality engineering. Key duties involve analyzing issues and enhancing practices to prevent defects.