Quality Engineer

Aluma-Form; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Aluma-Form Inc. is seeking a motivated Quality Engineer with a minimum of 3 years in a manufacturing setting. The role focuses on driving quality improvements, implementing robust quality systems, and using data-driven methods to enhance product and process performance.

You will monitor processes, perform root-cause analysis, and lead quality initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure conformance to standards and audits. A Lean Six Sigma Green Belt is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in Quality Engineering in a manufacturing environment.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• Strong knowledge of quality tools: CAPA, FMEA, RCA.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and improve manufacturing processes to ensure product quality and compliance with standards.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Develop and maintain control plans, inspection instructions, and quality procedures.
• Document and track supplier issues through supplier corrective actions.
• Support internal and external audits and customer quality assessments.
• Lead quality initiatives including process capability studies and problem solving.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Customer Service, and Supply Chain.
• Drive Continuous Improvement using Lean and Six Sigma tools.
• Train and support production staff on quality procedures.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

SharePoint

MS Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Memphis, TN 38118. Position Type: Full Time. Education Level: 4 Year Degree. Travel Percentage: Up to 25%. Job Shift: Day. Job Category: Engineering. Aluma-Form Inc. is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Quality Engineer with a minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of driving quality improvements, implementing effective quality systems, and using data-driven methodologies to enhance product and process performance.

Why Join Us

At Aluma-Form Inc., we pride ourselves on innovation, quality, and a team-oriented culture. As a Quality Engineer, you’ll play a key role in delivering products that meet the highest standards while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and improve manufacturing processes to ensure product quality and compliance with internal and external standards.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions to address non-conformities.
• Develop and maintain documentation such as control plans, inspection instructions, and quality procedures.
• Document, track, and review Supplier Issues through supplier corrective actions.
• Support internal and external audits; ensure readiness for customer quality system assessments.
• Lead or support quality initiatives, including process capability studies, FMEA, and Problem Solving.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Production, Customer Service, Supply Chain) to resolve quality-related issues.
• Drive Continuous Improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma tools.
• Train and support production staff on quality procedures and best practices.

Work Environment

This position is primarily based in a manufacturing setting, with occasional time spent in office and lab areas. Must be able to occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. May require limited travel (<10%) for supplier visits and outlying facilities. Current passport required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a Quality Engineering or similar role in a manufacturing environment.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• Strong knowledge of quality tools and methodologies (e.g., root cause analysis, CAPA, FMEA).
• Solid understanding of quality management systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred

• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft SharePoint and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Background in Continuous Improvement initiatives or Kaizen leadership.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification or Lean Practitioner Certification.
• Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, and supplier quality management.