Quality Engineer

RTC; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 71,555 - 110,193; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Plan with company match

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Flexible Spending for Health/Dependent

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

RTC in Rolling Meadows, IL seeks a Quality Engineer to boost QA across the manufacturing lifecycle, developing robust quality standards and processes. The role conducts inspections, drives non-conformance analysis, and collaborates with cross‑functional teams to implement CAPAs and continuous improvements.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years in a quality role, strong GD&T and measurement instrument experience, and a track record of improving product quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field preferred; ASQ certification acceptable.
• 3–5 years in a manufacturing quality role.
• Experience reading drawings and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Quality Control (QC) & Design Excellence: develop QC methodologies, test plans and V&V strategies.
• Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement: conduct root cause analyses and CAPA plans.
• Documentation & Reporting: maintain SOPs, work instructions, quality metrics and reports.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: work with production, engineering and support to uphold quality.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Root Cause Analysis

GD&T

Blueprints

SPC Methods

Education

Bachelor in STEM

ASQ Certification

Tools

CMMs

Calipers

Vision Systems

PPAP

Job description

Job Summary

The Quality Engineer will boost quality assurance throughout RTC’s manufacturing lifecycle. This role is accountable for supporting the development and implementation of robust quality standards and processes. Key responsibilities include conducting thorough inspections, diagnosing root causes of non‑conformance, and collaborating with diverse teams to execute corrective and preventive actions. The Quality Engineer is instrumental in driving continuous improvement to ensure exceptional product quality.

Responsibilities

• Quality Control (QC) & Design Excellence
  • Strategic Quality Development: Support the development and implementation of robust QC methodologies, comprehensive test plans, and rigorous Design Verification & Validation (V&V) strategies to ensure unwavering adherence to quality standards and guidelines.
  • Product & Process Validation: Execute thorough inspections and testing of products and manufacturing processes, meticulously identifying defects and verifying conformance to specifications, including First Article Inspections (FAI) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions.
• Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement
  • Root Cause Analysis & Prevention: Promote in-depth root cause analysis investigations for nonconforming products and processes, meticulously identifying occurrence and escape causes, and developing comprehensive corrective and preventive action (CAPA) plans.
  • Documentation & Reporting: Create, maintain and control essential quality documentation including SOPs, Work Instructions, associated records, quality metrics, and comprehensive reports.
  • Risk Management: Develop, control, and maintain critical risk‑related documentation, including Turtle Diagrams, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and other relevant risk assessment tools.
  • Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams across production, engineering, and support functions to embed and uphold quality standards throughout the entire product lifecycle.
• Additional Responsibilities
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support organizational objectives.
  • Undertake occasional domestic and international travel to supplier locations.
  • Dedicate at least one day per week at the manufacturing plants.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field preferred; can be replaced with an ASQ Certification or at least 3 years of direct QE experience.
• 3–5 years of experience working in a quality role within a manufacturing or similar environment is encouraged.
• Understanding of engineering principles, including the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications along with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Hands‑on experience with inspection equipment such as calipers, micrometers, vision systems, and Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team collaboration abilities and strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills. Must have exceptional attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Preference for experience applying statistical process control (SPC) methods and performing root cause analysis (RCA).
• Experience with advanced quality planning (APQP) and production part approval process (PPAP) is highly desirable.
• Experience in metal fabrication and injection molding is a definite plus.
• Must be 18 years or older.

About RTC

RTC focuses on continual improvement, evolving our capabilities, and reinvesting in our business to deliver higher‑performing solutions for our clients. Brands and retailers require more strategic thinking on the shopper experience, higher levels of innovation, a more effective process for managing customer‑specific requirements, access to a broader array of manufactured solutions, and the capability to orchestrate a broader and more complex supply chain.

Benefits

• 401(K) Plan with a 6% company match (we also offer a Roth option!
• Health Insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield (choose from two PPO plans and one HMO plan based on your deductible comfort level)
• Dental Insurance with two plan options (both PPO Plans)
• Flexible Spending for Health and/or Dependent Care
• Commuter Transit benefit
• Critical illness benefit
• Life Insurance (we cover 3 times your salary – you can purchase more)
• Short‑Term Disability Coverage (we’ll cover this for you too – you can choose to purchase long‑term disability)
• 2 weeks of paid Parental Leave
• 16 PTO Days (full year)
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Fun Friday Hours – get a head start on your weekend by leaving at 2:30 every Friday (year‑round!)
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO) plus company‑sponsored volunteer events.
• PTO is encouraged not only for vacations but for mental health breaks.
• Work/Life resources such as Legal, Financial, and Counseling are available through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Discounts to eligible fitness centers for associates enrolled with Blue Cross.
• Preventative Care is covered at 100% (annual check‑ups and screenings).
• Lactation rooms are available for new mothers at Rolling Meadows location.
• Annual flu clinic at Romeoville and Rolling Meadows for our associates and any dependents covered on our health plan. Flu shots are covered by insurance if the associate elects to go elsewhere.

Compensation

The base salary range for this position is budgeted for $71,555–$110,193, with eligibility for an annual bonus. The actual base salary depends on various factors and could be above or below the range depending on the applicant’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, specific skills, level of education, business needs, and market demand. Bonuses are paid based on RTC’s financial results. Any payouts awarded in the first year of employment are pro‑rated based on the start date. Program rules are subject to change at management’s discretion.

RTC is an equal‑opportunity employer. Women, individuals of all ethnicities, people with disabilities (intellectual and physical), and Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age (40 or older), disability or genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, religion or any other basis prohibited by law. RTC is in compliance with Child Labor Laws.

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