Quality Engineer

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; Havre de Grace (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Engineering is seeking a Quality Engineer to join a leading client in Havre de Grace, MD. You will drive quality improvements, monitor metrics, and ensure robust quality systems across manufacturing operations.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering with 3–4 years’ manufacturing experience and familiarity with ISO 9001/AS9100, Six Sigma tools, and SPC. Collaboration across Quality, Production, and Support teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering; minimum 3 years manufacturing exp (4+ preferred).
• Experience with ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality systems.
• Experience using Six Sigma tools, SPC, and chemical/mechanical testing.
• Computer-savvy with strong attention to detail; proactive in quality improvements.

Responsibilities

• Drive quality improvement initiatives to reduce defects and improve processes.
• Support AS9100/ISO 9001 quality management system maintenance.
• Monitor product performance through metrics and initiate corrective actions.
• Coordinate with suppliers, operations, and quality teams; support audits and customer visits.
• Assist in software upgrades and restoration of underutilized equipment.
• Mentor and coach teammates; manage multiple projects with effective delegation.

Skills

Quality mindset

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Project management

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

BS in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

Tools

ISO 9001/AS9100

Six Sigma tools

SPC

Chemical testing

Mechanical testing

Job description

Kelly Engineering is seeking a Quality Engineer to join one of our leading clients in the Chemical / Materials manufacturing industry at their Havre de Grace, MD plant.

Role Overview

• We are seeking a hands-on Quality Engineer to help get critical equipment and processes back on track, with a focus on software upgrades and restoring full utilization of key assets. This role requires someone who is computer-savvy, detail-oriented, and comfortable speaking up when something does not look or feel right from a quality or production standpoint. The ideal candidate understands both Quality and Production environments and is someone the team can eventually fold in permanently.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives, including defect reduction efforts related to supplier issues, in-house processes, and process capability gaps
• Apply technical engineering discipline in a high-volume engineered materials / adhesives manufacturing environment
• Support the maintenance, improvement, and sustainability of the AS9100 Quality Management System (ISO 9001 / AS9100 experience highly valued)
• Monitor product performance through operational metrics and initiate corrective action programs for unfavorable trends
• Support external auditors and customer visits/meetings (formal auditing experience not required)
• Serve as Quality liaison to Customer Support, Operations, Technical Services, and Sales
• Support Calibration and Receiving Inspection processes and teams
• Actively participate in Safety improvement initiatives
• Contribute to software upgrades and restoration of underutilized equipment
• Strong technical problem-solving and analytical skills with effective decision-making
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Project management capability
• Mentoring/coaching mindset
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Comfortable operating with a high degree of delegation

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
• Minimum 3 years of relevant manufacturing experience (4+ preferred)
• Experience with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 quality systems
• Experience using Six Sigma tools, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and chemical and/or mechanical testing
• Computer-savvy with strong attention to detail
• Willingness and ability to speak up when quality or process issues arise

Preferred Qualifications

• BS in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry
• Experience in aerospace chemicals, coatings, plastics, adhesives, or composites
• Experience working in a unionized environment