Quality Engineer

Techno-Coat, Inc.; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Michigan-based industrial coating company is seeking a Quality Engineer to establish and maintain quality standards across manufacturing operations. This entry-level position involves developing quality plans, conducting analyses, and leading audits. Qualified candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field and possess strong skills in quality methodologies and communication. The role promises a full-time opportunity to work towards continuous quality improvement in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related field.
• Experience in a manufacturing quality role preferred.
• Familiarity with quality management systems and audit practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain quality control plans and metrics.
• Conduct root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Perform data analysis using statistical process control.
• Lead quality audits and support certification activities.
• Collaborate on quality planning and problem-solving.

Skills

Quality tools and methodologies

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in SPC

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Quality

Tools

FMEA

8D

Job description

Company Description

Techno-Coat, Inc. is West Michigan's leading provider of industrial powder coating services. The company specializes in coating die castings, steel tube fabrications, aluminum extrusions, stampings, wire goods, and sheet metal parts. With over 30 years of industry experience, Techno-Coat focuses on quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Additionally, the company offers assembly, fulfillment, and integrated logistics to meet a variety of customer needs. Established as a Michigan-based, family-owned business, Techno-Coat is committed to continuous improvement and delivering outstanding service.

Role Description

The Quality Engineer is responsible for establishing and maintaining quality standards, ensuring product and process conformity with internal specifications and customer requirements, and driving continuous improvement across manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will partner with production, engineering, suppliers, and customers to resolve quality issues and optimize performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control plans, procedures, and metrics aligned with industry standards (e.g. ISO 9001).
• Conduct root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions, and follow-up to ensure resolution of internal and external quality issues.
• Perform data analysis using statistical process control (SPC) and other tools to monitor process performance and drive improvements.
• Lead internal and external quality audits; support certification activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Production, Engineering, Supply Chain) on quality planning, problem solving, and risk mitigation.
• Prepare documentation for customer submissions, PPAP, and other quality deliverables; interact directly with customers on quality concerns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing quality role; experience with coatings, metal finishing, or related processes is a plus.
• Proficiency with quality tools and methodologies including 8D, FMEA, SPC, root cause analysis.
• Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g. ISO 9001) and audit practices.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Quality Assurance

Industries

• Consumer Goods

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