Quality Engineer

ManpowerGroup; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Health Savings Account

Health Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending.

supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term and Long Term Disability

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Quality Engineer 3 for an on-site role in Richmond, VA. You will join the Quality Assurance department to develop and maintain quality plans, control plans, inspection checklists, and CTQ parameters while leading efforts to improve first pass yield and product quality.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s in engineering, 5+ years in quality, and strong experience with lean six sigma and problem solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality assurance or related technical roles.
• Proficiency in quality tools such as FMEA, 7 QC tools, 5S, 5Why, Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, SPC, DMAIC, and 8D Root Cause Analysis.
• Familiarity with industry standards like UL1561, NEMA ST-20, IEEE C57.12.01, IEEE C57.12.91, DOE 2016, UL891, and CSA C22.2 to ensure compliance and reliability.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Quality Plans, Control Plans, and inspection checklists, deriving CTQ parameters and establishing Q-gates.
• Monitor and analyze First Pass Yield metrics, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing strategies to enhance product quality and production efficiency.
• Proactively monitor customer complaints, conduct thorough root cause analyses, and implement corrective actions; coordinate with Cross-Functional Teams during customer audits, FAT, and certification audits (UL, CSA, ISO).
• Perform COPQ analyses to identify cost-saving opportunities, reducing defects, improving efficiency, and increasing profitability; map current manufacturing processes and identify automation opportunities.
• Lead Continuous Improvement projects to optimize manufacturing and quality processes, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

Skills

Problem solving

Proactive communication

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Electrical Engineering

Tools

FMEA

7 QC tools

5S

5Why

Kaizen

Poka-Yoke

SPC

DMAIC

8D Root Cause Analysis

Job description

Our client, a leading organization in manufacturing and quality assurance, is seeking a Quality Engineer 3 to join their team. As a Quality Engineer 3, you will be part of the Quality Assurance Department supporting cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, proactive communication, and a commitment to continuous improvement, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Quality Engineer 3

Location: Richmond, VA

Pay Range: $47

What's the Job?

• Develop and maintain Quality Plans, Control Plans, and inspection checklists, deriving Critical to Quality (CTQ) parameters and establishing Q-gates.

• Monitor and analyze First Pass Yield metrics, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing strategies to enhance product quality and production efficiency.

• Proactively monitor customer complaints, conduct thorough root cause analyses, and implement corrective actions; coordinate with Cross-Functional Teams during customer audits, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), and certification audits (UL, CSA, ISO).

• Perform COPQ analyses to identify cost-saving opportunities, reducing defects, improving efficiency, and increasing profitability; map current manufacturing processes and identify automation opportunities.

• Lead Continuous Improvement projects to optimize manufacturing and quality processes, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

What's Needed?

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality assurance or related technical roles.

• Proficiency in quality tools such as FMEA, 7 QC tools, 5S, 5Why, Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, SPC, DMAIC, and 8D Root Cause Analysis.

• Familiarity with industry standards like UL1561, NEMA ST-20, IEEE C57.12.01, IEEE C57.12.91, DOE 2016, UL891, and CSA C22.2 to ensure compliance and reliability.

• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies is highly desirable.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment focused on quality excellence.

• Engage in meaningful projects that drive continuous improvement and operational success.

• Collaborate with a diverse and talented team committed to professional growth.

• On-site role with a structured schedule from 8am to 5pm, supporting work-life balance.

• Potential for contract extension or conversion to a full-time position based on performance and organizational needs.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

• Health Savings Account

• Health Flexible Spending Account

• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance

• Business Travel Insurance

• 401(k), Plus Match

• Weekly Pay

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.