Quality and Process Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic manufacturing organization as a Quality and Process Improvement Engineer, where you will lead initiatives to enhance product quality and operational efficiency. This role offers the opportunity to drive continuous improvement while working with cutting-edge R&D equipment and enclosure systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technical manufacturing experience required.
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification is necessary.
• Proven expertise in quality methodologies (Six Sigma, Lean, ISO).

Responsibilities

• Inspect and verify R&D equipment and enclosures meet quality specifications.
• Lead implementation of quality systems including Six Sigma, Lean, and ISO.
• Manage and track quality data from manufacturing operations.

Skills

Project Management

Organizational Skills

Communication

Presentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

MS Project

Minitab

Job description

Job Description

OVERVIEW
Join a dynamic manufacturing organization as a Quality and Process Improvement Engineer, where you'll lead initiatives to enhance product quality and operational efficiency. This role combines technical expertise with leadership opportunities, allowing you to drive continuous improvement across the organization while working with cutting-edge R&D equipment and enclosure systems.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Inspect and verify R&D equipment and enclosures meet quality and performance specifications
2. Maintain comprehensive quality documentation and metrics
3. Lead implementation of quality systems including Six Sigma, Lean, 5S, and ISO
4. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and implement improvements
5. Manage and track quality data from manufacturing operations
6. Oversee project timelines and milestones for quality initiatives
7. Develop and conduct quality-related training programs
8. Serve as liaison between departments, customers, and vendors
9. Lead Green Belt projects and continuous improvement initiatives
10. Create and maintain quality processes and procedures

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with 5+ years of technical manufacturing experience
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification
• Proven expertise in quality methodologies (Six Sigma, Lean, ISO)
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Proficiency in MS Office suite, MS Project, and statistical software (Minitab)
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Some travel required