Quality Engineer

J.W. Speaker Corporation; Town of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off including Vacation, Sick, Personal Time

Generous Profit-Sharing Plan

Tuition reimbursement & Scholarships

Development and Growth opportunities

Casual work environment

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Quality Engineer to enhance product and process excellence. In this mid-senior level role, you will collaborate across molding, SMT, and assembly to establish quality requirements and lead scrap reduction initiatives. A successful candidate will possess 3-5 years of quality or manufacturing engineering experience and a bachelor's degree. Strong problem-solving and communication skills, along with knowledge of ISO/IATF standards, are essential for driving effective quality control and accommodating customer needs. Competitive benefits and a supportive working environment are offered.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in quality, manufacturing engineering, or industrial engineering.
• Experience with ISO/IATF standards.

Responsibilities

• Drive product and process excellence across molding, SMT, and assembly.
• Lead scrap reduction efforts and train associates.
• Develop and maintain quality requirements and standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Strong communication

Quality engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Join the Quality Engineer role at J.W. Speaker Corporation.

ABOUT THE POSITION

As a Quality Engineer at J.W. Speaker, you’ll be at the center of driving product and process excellence. You’ll work across molding, SMT, and assembly to establish and maintain quality requirements, lead scrap reduction efforts, and train associates on customer expectations. This role is hands‑on and collaborative, partnering with engineering, manufacturing, and customers to identify root causes, implement corrective actions, and continuously improve processes. From data analysis to customer feedback, you’ll use facts and problem‑solving methodologies to ensure clarity, accountability, and lasting results.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE

You will bring 3‑5 years of experience in quality, manufacturing engineering, or industrial engineering. You’re a problem solver who thrives on digging into data, finding root causes, and driving corrective actions that stick. You don’t shy away from holding others accountable, but you do so with influence and collaboration to gain buy‑in at every level. With a bachelor’s degree, experience in quality engineering, and an understanding of ISO/IATF standards, you bring both technical knowledge and strong communication skills. If you can turn numbers into decisions, influence teams toward better outcomes, and balance customer requirements with operational realities, you’ll excel in this role.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

INNOVATE by:

• Identifying and leading internal rejections and scrap reduction efforts using problem‑solving methodologies.
• Supporting molding, SMT, and assembly zones in identification, development, and implementation of effective quality control methodologies required to ensure process and product conformity.
• Supporting all zones in continuous improvement activities including Kaizen events and corrective action efforts.
• Conducting ongoing review, analysis, and reporting of key customer metrics including PPM, Out‑of‑Box failures, and Warranty failures.

EXPLORE by:

• Training associates to meet J.W. Speaker and customer product appearance and performance requirements.
• Developing and maintaining direct relationships with customers and suppliers regarding quality issues.
• Supporting Current Engineering in review and implementation of customer‑specific requirements relating to product conformity.

PERFORM by:

• Developing and maintaining J.W. Speaker quality requirements and standards, ensuring flow‑down to all zones including molding, SMT, and assembly.
• Assisting in development and support of key supply chain processes in the Quality Management System.
• Supporting Current Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering in development of Process FMEA, Flow Diagrams, and Control Plans.

BENEFITS

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Short‑term & Long‑term disability insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off, including Vacation, Sick & Personal Time, and 11 paid Holidays
• Generous Profit‑Sharing Plan
• Tuition reimbursement & Scholarships
• Development and Growth opportunities
• Casual work environment for all associates
• State‑of‑the‑Art, temperature‑controlled environment
• And many more!

EEO STATEMENT

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

JOB INFORMATION

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type: Full‑time

Job Function: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

Location: Germantown, WI