Quality Engineer

Colonial Group; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Accurus Aerospace is seeking a Quality Engineer for our Athens, GA manufacturing facility. The role focuses on implementing and maintaining QA processes, performing audits, and driving continuous improvement to enhance product quality and operational efficiency.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, analyze data for trends, and support production with process optimization while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field.
• Three years of QA/QC experience in manufacturing is required.
• Familiarity with quality management systems (ISO 9001, AS9100, NADCAP) and internal audits are expected.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain quality control procedures and processes for operations.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of equipment, materials and procedures.
• Lead root cause analyses and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Analyze process data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide technical quality support to production for troubleshooting and optimization.
• Facilitate QA training and ensure proper documentation of QA activities.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure incoming material quality.
• Maintain quality records and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Comply with on-site work requirements and safety protocols.

Skills

Quality assurance

Audits

Root cause analysis

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

SharePoint

ERP system

CMM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Quality Engineer (QE) plays a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of processing operations within the organization. This QE role is responsible for implementing and maintaining quality assurance processes, conducting audits, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and product quality.

Essential Functions

To accomplish this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Develop and implement quality control procedures and processes for operations to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards; participate in the design and development of new processing methods, equipment, and materials, ensuring alignment with quality requirements and objectives
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of equipment, materials, and procedures to identify potential areas for improvement and ensure adherence to quality standards
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to investigate and resolve quality-related issues, including root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions
• Analyze processing and chemical laboratory data and performance metrics to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvement
• Provide technical support and guidance to production personnel on quality-related matters, including process troubleshooting and optimization
• Facilitate training sessions and workshops to educate employees on quality assurance principles, procedures, and best practices
• Maintain documentation related to quality control processes, including procedures, work instructions, and records of inspections and audits
• Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to ensure the quality and reliability of incoming materials and components used in processing operations
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices related to processing quality assurance and incorporate relevant knowledge into operations
• Performs other duties as required
• Work is to be performed on-site at the manufacturing facility during a regularly assigned shift

Required Education And Work Experience

• A bachelor's degree in engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field is required; a combination of specialized training and relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• Three (3) years of work experience in quality assurance/quality control for manufacturing is required; experience in a processing environment is preferred
• A comprehensive understanding of quality management systems, regulatory requirements, and industry standards (i.e. ISO 9001, AS9100, NADCAP) is required
• Internal audit and ISO or similar Certification Audit experience is required (AS9100 preferred)
• Proficiency in root cause analysis, statistical analysis, and problem-solving methodologies (i.e. Six Sigma, DMAIC) is required
• Specialized training and experience conducting continuous improvement activities is preferred

Other Required Skills And Abilities

• Ability to accurately read and interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, and technical specifications is required
• Professional written and verbal communication (English) to convey both technical and non-technical information and instructions is required
• Computer proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required; experience administering SharePoint including utilization of workflows and document revision tracking is required; experience using an ERP system is preferred
• Experience with accurate use of precision measuring instruments (mics, calipers, etc.) is required; knowledge of and experience with the use of CMM systems is preferred

Physical Demands and Work Environment Role

To perform the essential functions of the role, employees must be able to perform the following activities with or without reasonable accommodations:

• Sit for prolonged periods at a desk and work on a computer
• Regularly stand and walk throughout the facility, including all buildings and the manufacturing areas; occasionally navigating rough or uneven terrain
• Regularly lift, carry (short distances), and push/pull up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally climb steps, stairs, or ladders
• Occasionally bend, crawl, stoop, squat, or kneel
• Constantly communicate verbally and in writing (English) using a phone, texts or other messaging, and email
• Visual acuity to accurately interpret precision measuring instruments and to distinguish colors to assess and accurately respond to sensors, indicators, and color- variable dashboards
• Use hands and fingers to operate computer keyboards and peripherals, measurement instruments, and to physically examine manufactured parts

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a combination of locations including offices and the manufacturing shop environment where working conditions vary significantly; the employee will be exposed to:

• Moderate noise (regularly); excessive noise, hearing protection required (occasionally)
• Dust, smoke, fumes/vapors and hazardous chemicals or materials (regularly)
• Extreme temperatures (occasionally)
• Hazardous equipment including forklifts, hand tools, cranes or other lifting devices, complex machining centers, and other equipment used in a machine shop environment (occasionally)

The use of PPE, including hearing protection, eye protection, and use of safety footwear is required.

We appreciate your interest in Accurus Aerospace; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. Accurus offers a comprehensive employee benefit package upon completion of 30 days of employment. For full details, please visit the benefits section of our website. Accurus is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and an affirmative Action Plan (AAP) employer and participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. Please see our website for more information on employment practices. Please note that Accurus only accepts applications submitted through our online recruiting system. For information on disability accommodations for applicants, please visit our career page. All job offers are contingent upon successfully completing a drug screen and criminal background screening. Certain positions may require a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), a credit report, and/or a medical physical examination. Thank you for considering Accurus for your next career opportunity.