Quality Engineer

AMETEK Inc.; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. is seeking a Quality Engineer to lead the Quality Management System and ensure products meet ISO 9001 standards. You will drive continuous improvement, coordinate audits, and partner with cross-functional teams to uphold customer expectations.

The role focuses on CAPA, process documentation, and data-driven decision making. Qualified candidates have extensive manufacturing quality experience, Six Sigma, and strong analytical skills, with a commitment to quality leadership within a

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor's Degree in related field required; Engineering degree preferred.
• Certification in Quality and/or Lean Manufacturing required.
• Experience developing and maintaining ISO systems (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 13485).
• Proven experience driving continuous improvement initiatives in a Lean manufacturing environment.
• Six Sigma experience required; Green Belt preferred.
• Experience leading Kaizen events or continuous improvement workshops preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to influence change and drive results across cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Quality function, maintaining ISO 9001 certification through a continuous improvement approach.
• Oversee and analyze key quality metrics, including warranty data, customer issues (CSIs), and internal nonconformance (MRRs).
• Provide training, guidance, and support to ensure effective CAPA processes across the organization.
• Ensure compliance with global regulations, industry standards, and internal quality requirements.
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to drive QMS adoption and execution.
• Develop and implement quality programs, policies, and initiatives to improve performance.
• Prepare and present quality metrics and analysis to leadership.
• Lead management review processes and oversee CAPA effectiveness.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in quality processes.
• Review and approve key quality documentation including procedures and audit reports.
• Stay current on quality standards and best practices.
• Lead internal and external audit activities (ISO and customer audits).
• Maintain and improve quality documentation within the QMS.
• Conduct QMS training programs for employees.
• Support data collection and reporting to drive business decisions.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Kaizen

Cross-functional teamwork

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Engineering degree preferred

Certification in Quality/Lean Manufacturing

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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The Quality Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and leading the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure all products meet ISO 9001 standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations. This role drives a culture of continuous improvement and ensures the consistent delivery of high-quality products across the organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and manage the Quality function, maintaining ISO 9001 certification through a continuous improvement approach.
• Oversee and analyze key quality metrics, including warranty data, customer issues (CSIs), and internal nonconformance (MRRs), and lead regular quality review meetings.
• Provide training, guidance, and support to ensure effective root cause analysis and corrective action (CAPA) processes across the organization.
• Ensure company compliance with applicable global regulations, industry standards, and internal quality requirements.
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to drive adoption and execution of the QMS throughout the organization.
• Develop and implement quality programs, policies, and initiatives to improve overall performance.
• Prepare and present quality metrics and analysis to leadership.
• Lead management review processes and oversee CAPA effectiveness.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in quality processes, offering real-time problem solving and guidance.
• Review and approve key quality documentation, including procedures, audit reports, and customer-related quality agreements.
• Stay current on quality standards, regulations, and best practices through ongoing education and training.
• Lead internal and external audit activities (ISO and customer audits), including preparation and follow-up actions.
• Maintain and continuously improve quality documentation within the QMS.
• Conduct QMS training programs for employees across the organization.
• Support data collection and reporting to drive business decisions and operational improvements.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor's Degree in related field required. Engineering degree preferred.
• Certification in Quality and/or Lean Manufacturing required.
• Experience developing and maintaining ISO systems (e.g., ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 13485).
• Proven experience driving continuous improvement initiatives in a Lean manufacturing environment.
• Six Sigma experience required; Green Belt preferred.
• Experience leading Kaizen events or continuous improvement workshops preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to influence change and drive results across cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated potential for advancement into senior leadership roles .

Compensation

Employee Type: Salaried

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 90,000

Salary Maximum: 125,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer:Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000colleagues, in 35countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK isacomponent of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 [phone].