Quality Assurance Program Engineer

LMC Industries, Inc.; Arnold (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

LMC Industries, Inc. in Missouri is seeking a Quality Assurance Program Engineer to lead and enhance our quality management system within a manufacturing environment.

The role focuses on ensuring products meet rigorous quality standards and regulatory requirements while driving continuous improvement through innovative quality initiatives. You will interpret GD&T drawings, operate CMMs, prepare inspection plans, and maintain gauges and calibration records.

Qualifications

• Experience interpreting drawings and GD&T per ASME Y14.5-2018.
• Proficient with gage calibration systems and PPAP submissions.
• Knowledge of PFMEA, control plans, and product acceptance criteria.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety practices to maintain a safe work environment.
• Interpret drawings and GD&T for inspection.
• Operate CMM to inspect parts and gages.
• Prepare inspection plans and testing instructions.
• Maintain gauges and equipment in quality labs.
• Complete Gage R&R and capability analyses for PPAP submissions.
• Schedule inspections and maintain validation records.
• Contribute to Corrective Action Team for root cause analysis.
• Perform Product Process Audits or LPAs as required.
• Adhere to LMC Industries policies.

Skills

GD&T interpretation

CMM operation

Inspection planning

Gage calibration

PFMEA / PPAP

Control Plans

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional leadership

SPC concepts

Analytical skills

Tools

Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM)

Micrometers

Calipers

Radius gauges

Pin gauges

Height gauges

Indicators

Optical Comparators

Gage calibration system

Excel

Word

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Program Engineer to lead and enhance our quality management systems within a manufacturing environment. This role is vital in ensuring that our products meet rigorous quality standards, comply with regulatory requirements, and continuously improve through innovative quality initiatives. The ideal candidate will be passionate about quality assurance, possess strong analytical skills, and demonstrate leadership in cross-functional teams to uphold excellence across all production processes.

Duties

• Follow all established safety practices and procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
• Interpret drawings and GD&T callouts based on ASME Y14.5-2018 ("Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing" Standards), or customer standards as applicable.
• Operate “Coordinate Measuring Machine” (CMM) to inspect parts and gages.
• Prepare inspection plans, procedures and testing instructions. Use various micrometers, calipers, radius gages, pin gages, height gages, indicators, Optical Comparators, and other hand and bench measuring instruments to perform parts inspections.
• Maintain gauges and equipment located in the quality labs as required.
• Knowledge of product acceptance criteria utilizing Control Plans and PFMEA’s. Administer gage calibration system to ensure timely calibration of gages and measuring instruments according to recall schedule.
• Complete Gage R&R Analysis as required for PPAP submission. Complete Capability Analysis upon request for submissions of PPAP and/or Annual Validations.
• Schedule and Maintain Inspection records for Annual Validations of Automotive components. Understand basic SPC concepts to identify out of control data points and process capability. Able to utilize basic PC applications such as Excel, Word, and email.
• Complete calibration of gages according to schedule. Maintain records of inspection, test, and gage certification activities.
• Contribute to the Corrective Action Team when required for root cause analysis.
• Perform Product Process Audits or LPA’s as required. Comply with all policies at LMC Industries.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Join us in driving excellence through innovative quality assurance practices! We are committed to fostering a collaborative environment where your expertise makes a tangible impact on product safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction.