Quality Assurance Engineer

Staffmark; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing firm is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer in Riverside, CA, to lead ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System and ensure product compliance. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of engineering experience, particularly in manufacturing, and must possess strong problem-solving skills and proficiency in MS Office. This full-time role offers a competitive salary ranging from $85,000 to $98,000 per year.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, inspection methods, and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the company’s ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System.
• Lead internal and external audits; implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Production on quality requirements for new products.

Skills

Strong understanding of engineering drawings

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering field

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $98,000.00/yr

We’re looking for a Quality Assurance Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is passionate about driving quality from concept to customer. In this role, you’ll lead our ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, ensure compliance with global product certifications, and collaborate across engineering, production, and sourcing teams to embed quality into every process.

What You’ll Do

• Own and maintain the company’s ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System
• Lead internal and external audits; implement corrective and preventive actions
• Ensure compliance with product certifications (NSF, ASME, ATEX, CE, etc.)
• Collaborate with Engineering and Production on quality requirements for new products
• Develop and enforce inspection procedures for receiving, in-process, and final checks
• Train internal teams on quality standards, inspection techniques, and continuous improvement tools
• Develop and maintain quality training materials and SOPs
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions using structured problem-solving
• Participate in FMEA and risk assessments; support risk mitigation during design and production
• Maintain calibration records and coordinate equipment calibrations
• Evaluate and process non-conforming materials and RMAs
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the organization

What You Bring

Required:

• 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering field
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, inspection methods, and quality systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with AutoCAD, Inventor, or SolidWorks
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Preferred:

• Experience in pumps, fluid control, or pressure vessel manufacturing
• Familiarity with ASME Section VIII, metal forming, and molding techniques
• Knowledge of Six Sigma and/or LEAN principles
• Experience with 2D/3D CAD software (e.g., Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks)

Bonus Points For

• Certifications: CQE, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, or ASQ membership
• Metrics Ownership: Experience tracking KPIs like First Pass Yield, Cost of Poor Quality, and RMA rate
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Leading teams in root cause analysis and product launches

Job details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Quality Assurance and Engineering
• Industries: Manufacturing