Quality Engineer

Hollister-Whitney; Quincy (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

HSA

401(k) / Company Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Hollister-Whitney in Quincy, IL is seeking a hands-on Quality Engineer to strengthen quality systems, improve manufacturing processes, and advance ISO 9001 certification. You will partner with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and others to reduce defects and drive sustainable quality controls.

The ideal candidate has a technical engineering degree with 3+ years in manufacturing quality, knowledge of quality tools (8D, FMEA, SPC), and strong problem-solving on the production floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Engineering or a related technical field.
• Three or more years of quality engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with root-cause analysis, corrective action, process improvement, and quality-system documentation.
• Strong knowledge of 8D, 5 Whys, fishbone, Pareto, FMEA, control plans, SPC, and capability studies.
• Ability to read drawings, specs, tolerances, and engineering requirements.
• Analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and project-management skills.
• Ability to work on the production floor and collaborate cross-dept.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; proficient with MS Office and data analysis tools.
• Experience with ISO 9001 implementation or certification preferred.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, APQP/PPAP, MSA, GD&T, supplier quality, or electronic QMS preferred.
• Experience in machining, welding, fabrication, or complex manufacturing processes preferred.
• ASQ CQE or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support development and maintenance of the site’s Quality Management System.
• Assist with activities to achieve and sustain ISO 9001 certification.
• Develop and maintain quality procedures, work instructions, control plans, inspection methods, and acceptance criteria.
• Coordinate internal and external quality audits and drive corrective actions.
• Ensure processes and documentation meet quality standards and customer requirements.
• Partner with Operations and Engineering to resolve quality issues on the floor.
• Lead root-cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions.
• Develop quality controls to prevent defects and reduce inspections.
• Analyze process capability, scrap, rework, warranty data, and quality metrics.
• Propose improvements to increase process capability and reliability.
• Support new product/process introductions and engineering changes.
• Apply statistical methods to monitor manufacturing performance.
• Investigate customer complaints and coordinate containment and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and suppliers on incoming quality, audits, and improvements.
• Participate in Lean and CI projects to reduce waste and costs.
• Support standardization of processes and repeatable manufacturing practices.
• Create quality metrics, dashboards, and reporting; translate data into actions.
• Provide quality training and coaching to staff.

Skills

Root-Cause Analysis

8D

FMEA

5 Whys

Control Plans

SPC

GD&T

Quality Documentation

Problem-Solving

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quality/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Engineering degree in related field

ASQ CQE Certification (preferred)

Tools

MS Excel

Minitab

APQP/PPAP tools

Quality Management Software

Job description

Regular Position, Full Time

If you are a forward-thinker interested in fostering a dynamic and supportive environment, then keep reading! We are searching for a hands‑on, results‑oriented Quality Engineer to join the Hollister‑Whitney team. This role will help strengthen quality systems, improve manufacturing processes, and support the site’s journey toward ISO 9001 certification and operational excellence.

Hollister-Whitney – Quincy, IL 62305

If you are a forward‑thinker interested in fostering a dynamic and supportive environment, then keep reading! We are searching for a hands‑on, results‑oriented Quality Engineer to join the Hollister‑Whitney team. This role will help strengthen quality systems, improve manufacturing processes, and support the site’s journey toward ISO 9001 certification and operational excellence.

About Us

Vantage Elevation, LLC is North America’s leading independent manufacturer of elevator components and systems. Vantage is comprised of eight business units including GAL Manufacturing; GAL Canada; Hollister‑Whitney; Elevator Controls; Courion; Bore‑Max; Thames Valley Controls; and Vertical Dimensions. Through its brands, Vantage supplies almost all electro‑mechanical devices used in contemporary elevators. The Vantage group employs over 900 staff in multiple locations across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

Reporting to the Quality Manager, the Quality Engineer will partner with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Sales, Customer Service, and other cross‑functional teams to identify and resolve quality issues, improve process capability, reduce the Cost of Poor Quality, and establish sustainable quality controls.

This role is well suited for an engineer who enjoys solving complex manufacturing problems, working directly with employees on the production floor, and building systems that prevent defects rather than simply identifying them after they occur.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Three or more years of quality engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with root‑cause analysis, corrective action, process improvement, and quality‑system documentation.
• Working knowledge of quality tools such as 8D, 5 Whys, fishbone analysis, Pareto analysis, FMEA, control plans, statistical process control, and capability studies.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, tolerances, and technical requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, organizational, and project‑management skills.
• Ability to work effectively on the production floor and collaborate across departments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and quality‑related data analysis and reporting tools.
• Experience supporting an ISO 9001 implementation or working within an ISO 9001‑certified manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, APQP, PPAP, MSA, GD&T, supplier quality management, or an electronic Quality Management System preferred.
• Experience in machining, welding, fabrication, assembly, or other complex manufacturing processes preferred.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred.

A Typical Day May Include

• Support the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of the site’s Quality Management System.
• Assist with activities required to achieve and sustain ISO 9001 certification.
• Develop and maintain quality procedures, work instructions, process documentation, control plans, inspection methods, sampling plans, and acceptance criteria.
• Support internal and external quality audits and coordinate corrective actions resulting from audit findings.
• Help ensure manufacturing processes and documentation comply with established quality standards and customer requirements.
• Partner with Operations and Engineering to identify, investigate, and resolve manufacturing quality issues.
• Lead structured root‑cause analysis and corrective and preventive action activities.
• Develop quality controls that prevent defects and reduce reliance on final inspection.
• Analyze process capability, variation, scrap, rework, warranty claims, and other quality performance data.
• Recommend and implement improvements that increase process capability, product reliability, and operational consistency.
• Support the introduction of new products, processes, equipment, and engineering changes.
• Apply statistical methods and quality tools to monitor and improve manufacturing performance.
• Investigate customer complaints and coordinate timely containment, root‑cause analysis, and corrective actions, including 8D reports when required.
• Partner with Supply Chain and suppliers to resolve incoming material and component quality issues and support supplier corrective actions, audits, performance reviews, and improvement initiatives.
• Participate in Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement projects focused on reducing scrap, rework, warranty costs, and Cost of Poor Quality.
• Support process standardization and the development of repeatable manufacturing practices.
• Help establish meaningful quality metrics, dashboards, and reporting processes, and translate quality data into practical recommendations.
• Provide quality‑related training and coaching to supervisors, production employees, inspectors, and other team members.
• Promote a proactive quality culture in which employees at every level take ownership of product and process quality.
• Perform other duties and support quality initiatives as assigned.

Benefits of Working With Us

• Competitive annual salary of $65,000-$80,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and in keeping with local legislation)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• HSA
• 401(k) / Company Match / Non-Elective
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Plum Benefits
• … and more!

Position Details

• Full time
• Day shift, generally 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Based in Quincy, IL
• Reports to the Quality Manager

Vantage Elevation, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. The company prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Protected characteristics include race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and any other status protected by law.

This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.