Quality Engineer

Radiant Systems Inc; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Exemplar Global is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineer to help solve quality issues and drive continuous improvement on the manufacturing floor in Fairfield, OH. The role collaborates with production, engineering, and supply chain to enhance processes and product quality.

The ideal candidate has 1–5 years in manufacturing quality or related engineering fields and a bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (mechanical/industrial/electrical/manufacturing).
• 1 year of experience in Manufacturing Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Production Support Engineering.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to work on the manufacturing floor.

Responsibilities

• Investigate product and process quality issues using structured methods (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone).
• Support containment, corrective actions, and preventive actions to prevent recurrence.
• Analyze quality data and trends to identify improvement opportunities.
• Partner with production teams to improve processes and product quality.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, and Supply Chain on quality matters.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Manufacturing floor experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Electrical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

8D

5 Why

Fishbone Analysis

FMEA (PFMEA)

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma Green Belt

Job description

Title: Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Location: 5855 Union Center Blvd, Fairfield OH 45014

Duration: 06+ Months Contract

Qualifications:

We are looking for a Manufacturing Quality Engineer who is passionate about solving problems, improving manufacturing processes, and helping deliver high-quality products to customers.

This position is ideal for an engineer with approximately 1 to 5 years of experience in manufacturing, quality, industrial engineering, or a related field who wants to grow their technical skills while working closely with production, engineering, and supply chain teams.

You will be responsible for identifying quality issues, driving corrective actions, supporting production teams, and leading continuous improvement projects that improve customer satisfaction and manufacturing performance.

What You’ll Do

Quality Improvement & Problem Solving

• Investigate product and process quality issues using structured problem-solving methods such as:
  • 8D
  • 5 Why
  • Fishbone Analysis
  • Root Cause Analysis
• Support containment, corrective actions, and preventive actions to prevent recurrence.
• Analyze quality data and trends to identify improvement opportunities.
• Participate in customer and internal quality issue resolution activities.

Manufacturing Support

• Work directly with production teams to improve manufacturing processes and product quality.
• Support process audits and verify compliance with established procedures.
• Help maintain process control plans and quality documentation.
• Monitor process performance and escalate risks when needed.
• Support traceability systems and manufacturing quality controls.

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to reduce defects, scrap, and rework.
• Support process capability and process improvement activities.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering and Operations to improve production performance.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, and Customer Quality teams.
• Support new product introductions and process changes from a quality perspective.
• Provide quality-related training and guidance to production personnel when needed.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.

Minimum 1 year of experience in:

• Manufacturing Quality
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Production Support Engineering
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively on the manufacturing floor and collaborate across teams.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience using quality tools such as:

• Problem Solving 8D
• 5 Why
• Fishbone Analysis
• FMEA (PFMEA)
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification or training.