Product Quality Engineer

Thorough-Staff LLC; Melville (NY); Presencial; USD 70 000 - 95 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Thorough-Staff LLC is seeking a Quality Inspector to systematically inspect production and returned products, identifying defects and root causes. You will interpret mechanical drawings, GD&T, BOMs, and schematics, and perform precise measurements to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Candidates should have at least 5 years in a quality or manufacturing inspection role, familiarity with ISO 9001/13485, and strong communication skills to collaborate with engineering, production, and

Qualificações

• Minimum 5 years in a quality, manufacturing, or product inspection role.
• Experience with root cause analysis methodologies strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, 13485, or equivalent quality standards.

Responsabilidades

• Inspect production and returned units to assess defects or failures.
• Interpret drawings, GD&T, BOMs, schematics, and specs.
• Perform precise dimensional measurements using calipers, micrometers, and CMMs.
• Escalate complex issues to Product Quality Manager and collaborate on CAPAs.
• Support corrective and preventive actions with cross-functional teams.
• Conduct internal quality systems audits and ensure procedural compliance.

Conhecimentos

Precision measurement tools

ERP systems

Written and verbal communication

Analytical mindset

Engineering drawings literacy

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Ferramentas

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

CMM

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Responsible for the systematic inspection, evaluation, and analysis of production and customer-returned product to identify failure modes and determine root causes. Supports continuous improvement initiatives by generating accurate, data-driven findings that inform multifunctional team consisting of engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Interpret mechanical drawings, GD&T, bills of material, electrical schematics, material specifications, workmanship standards, and acceptance criteria.
• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections on production and customer returned units to assess the nature and extent of defects or failures.
• Understands proper technique for operating calipers, micrometers, height gages, and other precision hand tools to obtain accurate dimensional measurements.
• Familiar with CMM operation and principles, including how probing strategy and part setup affect measurement accuracy.
• Identify recurring issues and escalate complex failures to Product Quality Manager.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Procurement teams to communicate findings and support the development of corrective and preventive actions.
• Assist Technical Returns Evaluation Manager with development or revision of repair procedures and work instructions.
• Participate in Lean or continuous improvement initiatives to reduce turnaround time and defects.
• Performs Internal Quality Systems Audits.
• Ensures compliance with Department procedures.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Work Experience Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a quality, manufacturing, or product inspection role.
• Prior experience in root cause analysis methodologies strongly preferred.

Core Skills Requirements:

• Proficiency with precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges, CMM).
• Working knowledge of ERP systems for logging and tracking (experience with Epicor or similar a plus).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and product specifications.
• Familiarity with quality standards such as ISO 9001, 13485, or equivalent.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering or a related engineering discipline focused on quality.