Quality Engineer

The Dixon Group; Chestertown (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium

Bonus programs

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401K plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation / holidays / PTO

Gym reimbursements

Job summary

The Dixon Group, a Chestertown-based manufacturing company with a long history, is seeking a Quality Engineer for the Boss Division. This hands-on role leads root cause analysis, manages inspection systems, and drives continuous improvement that directly impacts our bottom line.

In this high-visibility position you will develop quality standards, investigate non-conformances across operations, and mentor floor staff in measurement techniques and blueprint reading to ensure adherence to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related science.
• 2–3 years of experience in quality, inspection, engineering or manufacturing.
• CQE or CQI preferred.
• Experience with quality and measurement systems.
• Knowledge of ANSI/ASTM/API/3A specifications.
• Proficient in 5-Why, Fishbone, or 8D methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality standards to ensure customer satisfaction and adherence to specifications.
• Lead cross-functional investigations into internal and external non-conformances.
• Use 5-Why, Ishikawa, or 8D to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Manage Lean/Six Sigma improvement projects to reduce scrap and variances.
• Monitor KPIs and audit procedures; train floor personnel on quality practices.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Data-driven decisions

SPC & data analysis

5-Why / Ishikawa / 8D

Blueprint reading

Measurement techniques

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related science

Green Belt certification

ASQ CQE or CQI certification

Tools

Minitab

Excel

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Thread gauges

Job description

Quality Engineer
Location: 365 Haacke Drive, Chestertown, MD 21620
Work Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday
Salary Range: $60-$80k per year

Make the Right Connection—Build Your Career with Dixon!

The Dixon Group is seeking a Quality Engineer to join their Boss Division in Chestertown, MD! This is a high visibility role for a technical problem-solver who thrives in a hands-on manufacturing environment. You will lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA), manager inspection systems, and drive continuous improvement projects that directly impact our bottom line.

At The Dixon Group, we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nation’s heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

What You'll Do:

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality standards for the Boss Division to ensure 100% customer satisfaction and adherence specifications.
• Lead cross-functional investigations into internal and external non-conformances.
• Utilize 5-Why, Fishbone, or 8D methodologies to identify the "source" of failures and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Manage improvement projects (Lean/Six Sigma) to reduce scrap, rework, and manufacturing variances.
• Monitor and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Author and manage Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and standard work documents within the Quality Document Control System to ensure manufacturing consistency.
• Conduct internal audits of work procedures to ensure compliance.
• Communicate technical non-conformances to suppliers and internal production teams, following up to verify that process adjustments are effective.
• Inspect and approve incoming materials, in-process production, and finished goods against engineering drawings and specifications.
• Communicate nonconformances to affected parties and lead the initiative for corrections.
• Issue Corrective Actions where appropriate.
• Manage containment efforts where needed for non-conforming products.
• Manage all production gauges; recommending gauges for new parts and keeping existing gauges calibrated.
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert, educating and training floor personnel on quality best practices, blueprint reading, and measurement techniques.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related science required. Greenbelt certification, ASQ Certified.
• 2–3 years of experience in a quality, inspection, engineering or manufacturing role.
• Quality Engineer (CQE) or Inspector (CQI) preferred.
• Experience with quality and measurement systems is required.
• Knowledge of quality systems and procedures.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
• Statistical Process Control (SPC): Experience using tools like Minitab or Excel to analyze process capability.
• Proficiency in 5-Why, Fishbone (Ishikawa), or 8D methodologies.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical measurement equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges and thread gauges.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, blueprints, and industry specifications such as ANSI, ASTM, API and 3A.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and communication skills.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay with shift premium
• Bonus and incentive programs
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
• 401K retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement and training opportunities
• Paid vacation, holidays, and PTO
• Gym reimbursements, and more!

Who We Are: The Dixon Group is a global, family-owned manufacturing company with a history of over 100 years of operation in the U.S.A. Based in Chestertown, Maryland, with distribution centers located worldwide. The company has a diverse workforce and a strong values-based culture. As an innovator in the hose coupling industry, our mission is to provide real solutions for our customers while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Join us and be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your goals!

The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws. Accordingly, to the fullest extent required by applicable law, The Dixon Group strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons.

The Dixon Group is committed to protecting the privacy rights of its employees and job applicants to the fullest extent required by applicable law. To that end, personal information will be collected solely for those legitimate business purposes recognized by law, and then maintained in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to document retention requirements. The Dixon Group does not sell personal information to third parties, and does not share such personal information with third parties except when authorized by law to do so (e.g., in response to a lawful subpoena; mandatory tax reporting; etc.)