Quality Engineer

Avanciers Inc.; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Avanciers Inc. is seeking a Quality Engineer for a 12-month contract in Gastonia, NC. You will perform material inspections, verify quality, and approve shipments for release to Gastonia/Richmond operations.

The role requires hands-on experience with sheet metal manufacturing, problem solving, and strong documentation. Expect travel to Richmond, VA about once or twice per month as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• 2–3 years of quality engineering or manufacturing experience.
• Experience working with suppliers or in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform material inspections at supplier sites and verify materials meet quality requirements.
• Review and approve shipments for release to the Gastonia/Richmond operations.
• Document inspection results, shipment data, photographs, and quality findings.
• Investigate rejected shipments and support root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Apply problem-solving techniques to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Review and coordinate quality assurance and quality control requirements.
• Support continuous improvement of quality processes and procedures.
• Work with suppliers, SQE teams, and internal stakeholders to address quality concerns.

Skills

Problem-solving

Sheet metal processes

Quality assurance

Interpreting drawings

Documentation & communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering

Job description

Avanciers Incorporated is hiring a Quality Engineer for one of our clients

Role: Quality Engineer

Location: Gastonia, NC — Onsite

Duration: 12 Months

Job Summary

Seeking a Quality Engineer with experience in material inspection, sheet metal manufacturing processes, and problem solving. The Quality Engineer will perform supplier-site inspections, approve shipments for release, document inspection results, and resolve quality issues involving rejected materials or shipments.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform material inspections at supplier sites and verify materials meet quality requirements.
• Review and approve shipments for release to the Gastonia/Richmond operations.
• Document inspection results, shipment data, photographs, and quality findings.
• Investigate rejected shipments and support root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Apply problem-solving techniques to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Review and coordinate quality assurance and quality control requirements.
• Support continuous improvement of quality processes and procedures.
• Work with suppliers, SQE teams, and internal stakeholders to address quality concerns.
• Travel to Richmond, VA, approximately once or twice per month as required.

Required Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of sheet metal manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of quality assurance and quality control practices.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and quality specifications.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 2–3 years of relevant quality engineering or manufacturing experience.
• Experience working with suppliers or in a manufacturing environment is preferred.