Quality Engineer

Amphenol Borisch Technologies; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Match

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Amphenol Borisch Technologies seeks a Quality Engineer to ensure customer requirements are planned and implemented during purchasing, inspection, and product launches. You will collaborate with Programs, Operations, and Engineering to identify problems, investigate causes, and implement solutions that improve quality and production efficiency.

The role emphasizes trend identification, rapid improvements via structured problem solving, and sustained corrective actions across manufacturing

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering or related field or 5+ years quality experience in manufacturing.
• Quality Engineer certification preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma experience preferred.
• Experience using Lean Six Sigma tools (FMEA, Fishbone, 5 Why, 8D, VSM, Process Flow, A3).
• Experience using quality tools and practices.
• Excellent problem solving, statistical and analytical skills.
• Excellent Excel skills; strong verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to and flow customer requirements to all departments using industry standards.
• Support QMS efficiency and ISO/AS standards compliance.
• Participate in new product introductions and validate processes via QA controls.
• Identify manufacturing process controls using FMEAs and data analysis.
• Lead root-cause analysis and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Maintain technical expertise through workshops and benchmarking.

Skills

Quality expectations

Problem solving

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

BS Degree in Engineering or related field

Quality Engineer certification

Tools

FMEA

Fishbone (Ishikawa)

5 Why

8D

Value Stream Mapping

A3 Problem Solving

Job description

We are recruiting for a Quality Engineer who is responsible to ensure customer requirements are planned and implemented during the purchasing, inspection, and launching of products. The Quality Engineer works closely with Programs, Operations, and Engineering to identify problems, investigate causes and recommend/implement solutions that improve product quality and production efficiency. The Quality Engineer focuses on identifying trends that adversely affect the quality of products, driving timely and sustainable improvements through the effective application of problem solving methodologies and tools.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Quality Requirements

  • Uses high level competency of industry specifications (IPC, J-STD, AS, ISO, Mil-STD, etc.) and practices to flow customer contractual requirements to all departments.
  • Supports internal QMS efficiency and ensures compliance with AS and ISO standards.

• Process Validation

  • Participates in new product introductions and validates processes through Quality Assurance Control.
  • Identifies control methods for manufacturing processes by performing and updating FMEAs.

• Issue Identification

  • Participates with core teams using structured process improvement methodology to identify opportunities for improvement by monitoring key performance metrics.
  • Using statistical methods, identify and monitor critical manufacturing processes, raising the alarm when necessary and implementing solutions and countermeasures to ensure consistent production of quality products.

• Problem Solving

  • Utilizes problems solving methodologies to determine root causes of problems and implement effective and sustainable solutions.
  • Participates as an essential member of the Corrective Action team. Consistently uses the Corrective Action Request (CAR) process to address and solve issues.
  • Verifies effectiveness of problem resolution by monitoring production performance after solution implementation.

• Development

  • Gains and maintains professional and technical expertise by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, benchmarking state-of-the‑art practices, and participating in professional societies.

Job Requirements

• BS Degree in Engineering or related field, or minimum 5 years of quality experience in Manufacturing
• Quality Engineer certification, preferred
• Experience in lean six sigma manufacturing environment, preferred
• Experience utilizing Lean Six Sigma tools (FMEA, Fishbone, 5 Why, 8D, Value Stream Map, Process Flow, A3, etc.)
• Experience using Quality tools and practices
• Excellent Problem Solving, Statistical and Analytical skills
• Excellent computer skills. Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

About our Company

Amphenol Borisch Technologies (ABT), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is an industry leader in providing high‑reliability electronic systems for Aerospace and Defense companies across the globe. ABT is focused on expanding the company’s industry presence by providing customers with superior quality and service combined with advanced manufacturing capabilities. ABT is headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI and has locations in Nogales, Mexico, Mesa, AZ and London, Ontario.

Benefits We Offer:

At Amphenol Borisch Technologies, we provide a wide range of benefits for our permanent full‑timeemployees. Highlights include:

UNITED STATES

• Unique full‑time work schedule that includes every other Friday off
• Full Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Generous 401(k) match
• Company‑paid and Voluntary Life Insurance plans
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off Days
• Reimbursement Programs (Gym, Tuition, etc.)
• Paid time off to volunteer
• Company‑Paid Short Term Disability

CANADA

• Full benefits package
• Company‑paid and Voluntary Life Insurance plans
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off Days
• Reimbursement Programs (Gym, Tuition, etc.)
• Pension plan
• Paid parental leave

Amphenol Borisch Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.