Quality Engineer

Michael Page; Algonquin (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary 80,000–100,000 USD

3 weeks PTO plus holidays

401k match

BCBS benefits

Career progression

Innovative team culture

Job summary

Michael Page is partnering with a leading metal products manufacturer in Illinois to hire a Manufacturing Engineer focused on quality leadership. The role will drive quality improvement, CAPA, and customer issue resolution across manufacturing operations, with emphasis on 8D problem solving and data-driven decision making.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 4+ years in quality engineering within industrial manufacturing, plus hands-on ISO 9001 experience

Qualifications

• 4+ years of quality engineering experience in industrial manufacturing.
• Experience with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience.
• Experience working with customers on quality issues and corrective actions.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis and problem-solving tools (A3, 8D, 5Y).

Responsibilities

• Provide quality engineering support for manufacturing operations and customer quality requirements.
• Lead CAPA programs, customer complaints, internal audits, and QMS activities.
• Investigate quality issues and non-conformances, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain control plans, PFMEAs, SPC methods, and quality reports.
• Support validation/qualification of processes, tooling, and equipment; promote continuous improvement.

Skills

Quality engineering

Root cause analysis

Lean manufacturing

8D problem solving

A3 problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

PFMEA

SPC

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer

My client is a leading, fast-growing manufacturer of specialty metal products that supply a variety of industries including Automotive, Aerospace, Semiconductor, and Agricultural. They have a very impressive production campus here in IL, with a range of production capabilities allowing them to vertically integrate. Because of impressive growth in some of their most profitable business segments, they are seeking experienced Manufacturing Engineers to join the team, and be future leaders at the company.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Job Description

Provide quality engineering support for manufacturing operations and customer quality requirements. Lead and support Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), customer complaints, internal audits, and Quality Management System activities. Investigate product quality issues and manufacturing non-conformances, identifying root causes and implementing effective corrective actions. Complete and document corrective actions using 8D problem-solving methodology. Lead failure analysis and verification activities for returned products. Review and disposition non-conforming materials and track associated quality metrics. Support new product introduction and product development activities from a quality perspective. Develop and maintain control plans, PFMEAs, SPC methods, validation documentation, and quality reports. Use statistical and quality data to identify trends and continuous improvement opportunities. Develop and implement appropriate sampling and inspection procedures. Support validation and qualification of manufacturing processes, tooling, equipment, and process improvements. Ensure products and processes meet applicable customer, internal, and regulatory requirements. Provide quality oversight for new and revised manufacturing processes. Promote continuous improvement.

The Successful Applicant

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience. 4+ years of quality engineering experience within an industrial manufacturing environment. Hands-on experience working with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems. Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies. Demonstrated experience working directly with customers on quality issues and corrective actions. Knowledge of Root Cause Analysis and problem-solving tools, such as A3, 8D, 5Y.

What's On Offer

• Base salary $80,000 - $100,000 depending on level of experience.
• 3 weeks PTO + 10 company holidays.
• 4% 401k match.
• Comprehensive benefits package through BCBS.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Positive company culture focused on innovation and teamwork.

Job Summary

Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing

Sub Sector: Operations Management

Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing

Where: Algonquin

Contract Type: Permanent

Consultant Name: Trevor Wojcik

Job Reference: JN-102026-7128201