Quality Engineer

The Richmond Group USA; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Richmond Group USA is recruiting a Corporate Quality Improvement Engineer to lead quality problem solving and continuous improvement across two high-impact sites near the Rockford, IL area. This role emphasizes root cause analysis, standardization, and the application of CI tools to drive long-term performance.

As part of the TRG Growth Practice, you will partner with site leadership to deploy best practices, mentor teams, and help shape the quality culture across manufacturing operations in

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant manufacturing experience preferred.
• Manufacturing experience within quality, engineering, operations, CI, or related environments.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and natural curiosity.
• Structured Problem-Solving experience (8D, DMAIC, Kaizen, PDCA, etc)

Responsibilities

• Partner with site leadership to drive continuous improvement, standardization, and best practices.
• Lead quality problem solving strategy and CI tool usage across two high-impact sites

Skills

Root cause analysis

Continuous improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Structured problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

8D methodology

DMAIC

Kaizen

PDCA

Job description

Now Hiring: Quality Engineer | Continuous Improvement Focus | Greater Rockford Area

The TRG Growth Practice is engaged with a growing global manufacturer seeking a Corporate Quality Improvement Engineer to lead quality problem solving strategy and continuous improvement tool usage across two high impact sites both located near their midwestern hub. This is a high-impact role within a growing division that will provide a tremendous amount of upside and growth within the business!

This opportunity sits within a business unit currently experiencing significant growth and investment, and the team is looking for someone who naturally gravitates toward root cause analysis, continuous improvement, and partnering cross-functionally to improve how things operate long-term.

Partner with site leadership to drive continuous improvement, standardization, and best practices.

Desired Qualifications & Experience:

• 3+ years of relevant manufacturing experience preferred
• Manufacturing experience within quality, engineering, operations, CI, or related environments
• Strong problem-solving mindset and natural curiosity
• Structured Problem-Solving experience (8D, DMAIC, Kaizen, PDCA, etc)
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and functions
• Bachelor’s Degree (Engineering a plus)

All applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.