Quality Engineer

Anchor Harvey; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Travel insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending account

401K plan

Job summary

Anchor Harvey in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a Quality Engineer with hands-on experience in metal manufacturing and PPAP to ensure manifolds, spindles, jacks, hubs, and other precision parts meet quality standards.

You will perform dimensional and visual inspections, prepare PPAP packages, review drawings, support audits, and drive corrective actions with cross-functional teams. This role offers opportunities to improve processes and contribute to supplier quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a quality role within a metal manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in PPAP documentation and submission processes.
• Familiar with machining, metal fabrication, and mechanical components.
• Able to read and interpret technical drawings and GD&T.
• Experience with Control Plans, FMEA, Gage R&R, and SPC.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards.
• Knowledge of metallurgy and surface finish requirements.
• Familiarity with ERP and QMS software systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional and visual inspections on metal components using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMM).
• Prepare and submit complete PPAP packages (Levels 1–5) in accordance with customer and industry requirements.
• Review engineering drawings and specifications to ensure product compliance.
• Conduct incoming, in-process, and final inspections of machined and fabricated metal parts.
• Maintain and update quality documentation including control plans, FMEAs, and process flow diagrams.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Support internal and external audits (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, customer audits).
• Assist in root cause analysis and implementation of preventive measures.
• Monitor and report on quality metrics and trends.

Skills

PPAP documentation

GD&T reading

FMEA

Gage R&R

SPC

ISO 9001/IATF 16949

Metallurgy knowledge

Reading drawings

ERP/QMS software

Tools

ERP systems

QMS software

Job description

Position Type

Full-time

Job Description

Position Purpose:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Quality Engineer with hands‑on experience in metal manufacturing and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP). This role is critical in ensuring that products such as manifolds, spindles, jacks, hubs, and other precision metal components meet internal and customer quality standards. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing inspections, preparing PPAP documentation, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Functions

• Perform dimensional and visual inspections on metal components using precision measuring tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMM).
• Prepare and submit complete PPAP packages (Levels 1–5) in accordance with customer and industry requirements.
• Review engineering drawings and specifications to ensure product compliance.
• Conduct incoming, in-process, and final inspections of machined and fabricated metal parts.
• Maintain and update quality documentation including control plans, FMEAs, and process flow diagrams.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Support internal and external audits (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, customer audits).
• Assist in root cause analysis and implementation of preventive measures.
• Monitor and report on quality metrics and trends.

Education and Training

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in a quality role within a metal manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of PPAP documentation and submission processes.
• Familiarity with machining processes, metal fabrication, and mechanical components.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings and GD&T.
• Experience with quality tools such as Control Plans, FMEA, Gage R&R, and SPC.
• Experience with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards.
• Knowledge of metallurgy and surface finish requirements.
• Familiarity with ERP and QMS software systems.

Physical Demands

• Sitting for an extended period of time.

Environmental Conditions

• Office setting.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and quality management systems.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team‑oriented environment.

Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, education, qualifications, and other job‑related criteria. This pay range is provided to ensure transparency and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

*This is not a comprehensive list of duties. Duties may change without notice in management’s sole discretion. Anchor Harvey is an at‑will employer, each employee is free to resign at any time, just as Anchor Harvey is free to terminate employment at any time without cause or notice.

Anchor Harvey is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We offer a full complement of benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, travel insurance, disability insurance, a flexible spending account as well as a 401K plan.