Quality Assurance Engineer I — PQP & CAPA Focus

Parker Hannifin Corporation

Washington (MO)

On-site

USD 56,000 - 72,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Parker Hannifin Corporation is seeking a Quality Engineer I to implement and align with the Parker Quality Process (PQP), ensuring products, services and processes meet defined quality standards and customer expectations. The role performs structured assignments using established quality tools and supports site projects with guidance from senior quality professionals.

It will require coordinating with Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality teams, driving data-driven quality improvements, and

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree; 0-2 years of relevant experience.
Foundational knowledge of FMEA, MSA, Control Plans, calibration practices, and inspection methods.
Basic proficiency in problem-solving and CAPA (containment, root cause, corrective/preventive actions).
Ability to read technical drawings; familiarity with GD&T fundamentals preferred.
Competence with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel) and quality data visualization (basic SPC).
Experience with ERP/MES/QMS systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Interprets customer, regulatory, and Parker PQP requirements; translates requirements into site-level quality plans, controls, and acceptance criteria.
Owns deployment and governance of PQP tools and quality procedures at the site; evaluates effectiveness and drives corrective actions for gaps.
Drive to Parker Quality Process (PQP) methodologies and principles through deployment of PQP tools within the site.
Leads the creation or updating of FMEAs, Control Plans, Work Instructions and related documentation under guidance.
Performs Measurement System Analysis (MSA) activities (e.g., gage R&R) and support calibration compliance.
Establishes inspection reporting requirements and data integrity controls; analyzes inspection outcomes, identifies systemic issues, and communicates actionable insights to leadership.
Collect, review, and maintain inspection records; log nonconformances; generate routine quality reports.
Oversees the incoming, in-process, and final inspection activities. Drives decisions around quality inspections to ensure they meet requirements.
Leads containment strategy and cross-functional root cause investigations; determines appropriate analytical tools and drives CAPA selection, implementation, and effectiveness verification.
Ensures containment, root cause analysis (e.g., 5-Why, fishbone), and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
Owns and tracks action item completion for effective verification with the responsible functions.