Quality Engineer

Apex Tool Group, LLC; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Tool Group, LLC in Dayton, Ohio, is seeking a hands-on Quality Engineer to support a fast-paced aerospace-focused manufacturing environment. You will help ensure regulatory compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, Nadcap MPI, and customer requirements while improving operational performance and quality.

The role reports to the Quality Manager and works across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Customer Quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or related technical discipline.
• 3–5+ years of Quality Engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Aerospace, defense, precision machining, or highly regulated manufacturing experience preferred
• Working knowledge of AS9100, ISO9001, Root Cause Analysis methodologies, Corrective Action systems, Capability studies, Blueprint reading and GD&T
• Experience leading cross-functional investigations and problem-solving teams
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Manage nonconforming material investigations and MRB processes.
• Coordinate internal and customer quality investigations and responses.
• Maintain site calibration system and ensure equipment traceability.
• Support audits for AS9100, ISO9001, Nadcap and customer requirements.
• Drive manufacturing quality improvements and supplier quality actions.
• Utilize SAP for quality data, traceability, and reporting.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Corrective Action

Quality Assurance

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

SAP experience

GD&T reading

MS Office

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Quality

Tools

SAP ERP

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Apex Tool Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

The Blueprint (Role Profile)

We are looking for a hands-on Quality Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, enjoys solving complex problems, and wants to make a visible impact on operational performance, customer satisfaction, and regulatory compliance.

Our Dayton, Ohio facility manufactures precision aerospace components and maintains certifications to AS9100, ISO 9001, and Nadcap for Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI). We support demanding manufacturing, aerospace, and defense customers

This position reports directly to the Quality Manager and serves as a key technical resource across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Customer Quality.

Come build your future with us!

The Build (Responsibilities)

Lead Root Cause & Corrective Action Activities

• Lead cross-functional root cause investigations
• Drive containment, corrective action implementation, and effectiveness verification
• Lead customer and internal corrective action responses
• Analyze recurring quality issues and implement systemic improvements

Own Nonconforming Material Investigations

• Lead internal nonconforming material investigations and disposition activities
• Support Material Review Board (MRB) processes
• Coordinate containment and rework activities with Engineering and Operations
• Identify defect trends and implement preventive actions to reduce escapes and scrap

Lead Returned Goods & Customer Quality Investigations

• Investigate customer returns, complaints, and quality escapes
• Coordinate failure analysis and root cause determination
• Work closely with Engineering and Operations to develop compliant rework and repair plans
• Support customer communication and response activities related to quality concerns

Serve as the Site Calibration Champion

• Administer and maintain the plant calibration system
• Ensure compliance of all inspection, measuring, and test equipment
• Coordinate external calibration suppliers and calibration schedules
• Support gauge control, MSA studies, and verification activities
• Maintain calibration records in accordance with AS9100 and ISO9001 requirements

Support Aerospace Quality Compliance

• Support and maintain compliance to:
  • AS9100
  • ISO9001
  • Nadcap requirements
  • Customer‑specific aerospace requirements
• Participate in internal, customer, registrar, and Nadcap audits
• Serve as an AS9100 Internal Auditor with development expectations toward Lead Auditor qualification
• Support continuous improvement of the Quality Management System

Drive Manufacturing Quality Improvement

• Maintain a strong floor presence supporting production and inspection teams
• Identify opportunities for poka‑yoke and process error‑proofing
• Monitor quality metrics and KPI trends to drive improvement initiatives
• Support supplier corrective actions (SCARs) and supplier quality improvement efforts as needed

Utilize SAP & Quality Data Systems

• Support quality‑related transactions, traceability, and reporting within SAP
• Maintain accurate quality records and reporting metrics
• Support data‑driven decision‑making through analysis of quality trends and operational performance

The Toolbox (Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or related technical discipline
• 3–5+ years of Quality Engineering experience in manufacturing
• Aerospace, defense, precision machining, or highly regulated manufacturing experience preferred
• Working knowledge of:
  • AS9100
  • ISO9001
  • Root Cause Analysis methodologies
  • Corrective Action systems
  • Capability studies
  • Blueprint reading and GD&T
• Experience leading cross‑functional investigations and problem‑solving teams
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting Nadcap special processes
• Experience in calibration management and gauge control systems
• Prior aerospace customer documentation experience
• Internal Auditor experience within an AS9100 environment
• Experience with SAP ERP systems
• ASQ certifications such as CQE or CQA preferred
• Experience supporting magnetic particle inspection (MPI) operations preferred

At Apex Tool Group (www.apextoolgroup.com), we build innovation. Each day, our associates strive to find new and exciting ways to help our customers solve their most complex challenges. By harnessing our global resources, unprecedented insights and spirit for service, we build more than just tools for the jobsite – we help build the future.

ATG is a global manufacturer of hand and power tools, tool storage and accessories, chain, and electronic soldering solutions with more than $1.2 billion in annual revenues. Our 6,700 associates around the world have built powerhouse brands like GEARWRENCH®, SATA®, Crescent®, Cleco®, Weller® and APEX®. Our brands are trusted by the professional trades and DIY enthusiasts alike. With our roots dating back to the 1800’s, our tools have driven technological advancements that drive efficiency, speed and safety for customers in a broad range of commercial and consumer markets.

As part of the ATG team, you will move fast, think globally, learn from your colleagues and grow your career. You’ll enjoy competitive benefits, a healthy work/life balance and have opportunities to give back to the communities we serve.

Our six core values - Customers Come First, Integrity in All We Do, Continuous Improvement, Innovation for Growth, Passion to Succeed and Best Talent, One Team - drive our daily decisions. Connect with us on social media to learn more – Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

If your goal is to work where finding a better way never ends and your ideas become reality, join us and say #WeBuildATG!