Product Quality Engineer - Root Cause & Process Improvement

Thorough-Staff LLC; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

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

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Precision measurement tools

ERP systems

Written and verbal communication

Analytical mindset

Engineering drawings literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

CMM

Job description

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