Quality Engineer

Super Steel, LLC; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ICHRA Health Reimbursement

Dental & Vision

Voluntary LTD/STD/AD&D/Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

9 Paid Holidays

401(k) after 90 days

PTO

Job summary

Super Steel, LLC is seeking a Quality Engineer to be the technical backbone for weld, paint, assembly and fabrication processes to meet ISO 9001:2015 standards. The role is fully onsite and involves leading corrective actions, audits, and supplier/customer quality activities.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in metal fabrication environments, strong GD&T skills, and experience with PPAP/APQP/8D. A Bachelor's degree in engineering and proficiency with inspection tools are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of quality, engineering, welding, or fabrication experience.
• Strong blueprint/GD&T interpretation skills.
• Experience with PPAP, APQP, 8D, and ISO 9001:2015.

Responsibilities

• Own quality systems to support ISO 9001:2015 compliance, audits, and documentation control.
• Interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, tolerances, and specifications for conformance.
• Prepare and maintain PPAP, APQP, Control Plans, PFMEAs and related docs for programs.
• Lead root-cause analysis (8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa) and verify corrective actions.
• Support inspections, measurement planning, and process troubleshooting.
• Analyze inspection data and defect trends to drive preventive actions.
• Collaborate with customers and suppliers on quality requirements and nonconformances.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects and improve repeatability.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Problem-solving

Quality mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Calipers

Scales

Tape measures

Job description

About The Role:

As a Quality Engineer, you’ll be the technical backbone ensuring weld, paint, assembly, and fabrication processes meet customer and ISO standards. You’ll lead problem‑solving efforts, drive corrective actions, and support production teams to prevent defects before they happen.

This is a fully onsite role supporting hands‑on manufacturing operations.

To Be Considered, You Must Meet ALL of the Following:

• Currently live within commuting distance of Mequon, WI
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
• 5+ years of quality or engineering experience in metal fabrication, welding, or heavy manufacturing
• Strong blueprint/GD&T interpretation skills
• Experience with PPAP, APQP, 8D, and ISO 9001:2015

What You’ll Do:

• Quality Systems Ownership — Maintain and improve quality systems that support ISO 9001:2015 compliance, internal audits, customer audits, and documentation control
• Blueprint & GD&T Interpretation — Interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, tolerances, and specifications to ensure product conformance
• Quality Documentation — Prepare, submit, and maintain PPAP, SPAP, APQP, Control Plans, PFMEAs, and related documentation for new and existing programs
• Root Cause & Corrective Action Leadership — Lead structured problem‑solving using 8D, 5‑Why, Ishikawa, and other methodologies; verify corrective action effectiveness
• Inspection Support — Partner with inspectors to validate in‑process, layout, and final inspections; support measurement strategy and inspection planning
• Process Troubleshooting — Investigate issues in weld, paint, machining, assembly, and fabrication processes; collaborate with production to implement improvements
• Data & Trend Analysis — Analyze inspection data, scrap trends, and defect patterns to identify systemic issues and drive preventive actions
• Customer & Supplier Interface — Support customer quality requirements, respond to customer concerns, and collaborate with suppliers on quality expectations and nonconformance resolution
• Continuous Improvement Projects — Participate in or lead initiatives focused on reducing defects, improving repeatability, and strengthening process capability
• Training & Coaching — Provide guidance to operators, inspectors, and supervisors on quality tools, standards, and best practices
• Documentation & Reporting — Maintain accurate records, reports, and quality documentation to support audits, traceability, and customer requirements
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration — Work closely with engineering, production, welding, paint, and assembly teams to ensure quality is built into every step of the process
• Safety & Compliance - Follow all Super Steel and OSHA safety rules while maintaining a clean, organized work environment

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferred) or equivalent experience
• 5+ years in quality, engineering, welding, or fabrication environments
• Proficiency with calipers, scales, tape measures, and other inspection tools
• Strong communication skills and confidence presenting findings
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Microsoft Office proficiency

Preferred Certifications:

• Certified Weld Inspector (CWI)
• AWS D1.1, D1.2, D1.3, D1.6
• NDT experience (LT, PT, MT, UT)

Benefits:

• ICHRA Health Reimbursement (age‑based monthly amount; spouse $272/mo; child $135/mo)
• Dental & Vision (Delta Dental)
• Voluntary LTD, STD, AD&D, Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 9 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) after 90 days
• PTO