Quality Engineer

The Sedona Group; Peosta (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

CareerPros, LLC in Peosta, IA is seeking a Quality Engineer to maintain and improve the organization's ISO Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with customer requirements and internal procedures. The role supports APQP, PPAP documentation, CAPA, supplier quality and continuous improvement initiatives.

The engineer will work closely with customers, suppliers, engineering and production to ensure product quality, process effectiveness and successful new product launches, applying

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ISO Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Proficiency in SPC methods and quality data analysis.
• Experience with Gage R&R software.
• MS Word and Excel proficiency.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent documentation and record-keeping skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve ISO QMS procedures and related docs.
• Develop and maintain PPAP documentation (PFMEA, control plans, process flows).
• Monitor supplier quality and drive CAPA activities.
• Support APQP activities for new product launches.
• Collaborate with engineering, production and quality inspectors.
• Apply SPC and Gage R&R to assess process capability.
• Promote lean practices and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with customer specs and procedures.

Skills

ISO QMS knowledge

SPC methods

Data analysis

Gage R&R software

MS Word & Excel

Lean manufacturing

Analytical problem solving

Documentation & records

Effective communication

Tools

SPC software

Gage R&R software

Job description

QUALITY ENGINEER

LOCATION: PEOSTA/DUBUQUE IA

WAGE: NEGOTIABLE BASED ON EXPERIENCE

CONTRACT 3-6 MONTHS COULD EXTEND

Position Summary

The Quality Engineer is responsible for maintaining, improving, and updating the organization's ISO Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with applicable standards, customer requirements, and internal procedures. This position supports Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) documentation, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), supplier quality, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Quality Engineer works closely with customers, suppliers, engineering, production personnel, and quality inspectors to ensure product quality, process effectiveness, and successful new product launches.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities to support new product development and launch readiness.
• Develop, review, revise, and maintain ISO Quality Management System procedures, work instructions, records, and related documentation.
• Monitor supplier quality performance and ensure timely investigation and resolution of supplier-related quality issues, including corrective and preventive actions.
• Develop, prepare, and maintain PPAP documentation, including Control Plans, Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), and process flow diagrams.
• Investigate customer complaints and internal quality issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Analyze quality data and process performance to identify trends, address nonconformances, and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Industrial Engineering and Production personnel to ensure new product launches and process changes are implemented effectively and meet established quality requirements.
• Support Quality Inspectors in verifying that products, processes, and inspection activities comply with customer specifications and QMS requirements.
• Apply statistical process control (SPC) and measurement system analysis techniques, including Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (Gage R&R), to evaluate and improve process capability.
• Promote lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices throughout the organization.
• Maintain effective working relationships with customer quality representatives, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Support and promote the organization's safety policies and practices in all daily activities.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Working knowledge of ISO Quality Management Systems and quality assurance principles.
• Proficiency in statistical process control (SPC) methods and quality data analysis.
• Ability to use quality-related SPC and Gage R&R software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly in maintaining accurate quality records and documentation.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation, customer specifications, and quality requirements.

Core Competencies and Professional Attributes

• Demonstrates a collaborative, team-oriented approach when working across departments.
• Ability to communicate, implement, and uphold ISO policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Demonstrates the ability to learn new processes quickly and retain and apply technical knowledge.
• Maintains dependable attendance, punctuality, and professional accountability.
• Builds and maintains productive relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal team members.
• Demonstrates initiative, sound judgment, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Supports and follows established safety policies and procedures in daily work activities.

Sedona Staffing Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer