Quality Engineer

JMS Technical Solutions; Town of Grand Island (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

JMS Technical Solutions seeks a skilled Quality Engineer to drive continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment. This on-site, full-time position offers up to $85k and requires a strong background in ISO 9001/AS9100 and QMS stewardship.

You will lead audits, CAPA, and design reviews while supporting production and engineering teams. The role focuses on maintaining product quality, conducting FAI and MRB activities, and using data to identify trends and opportunities for efficiency gains

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Minimum five years of quality engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001/AS9100 or similar quality management systems.
• Experience conducting internal audits.
• Knowledge of GD&T and blueprint interpretation.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Experience with precision measuring equipment and Excel.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and continuously improve the QMS.
• Conduct internal quality audits and ensure ISO/AS9100 compliance.
• Lead root cause investigations and implement CAPA.
• Perform First Article Inspections (FAIs) and support inspection activities.
• Analyze quality metrics and manufacturing data to identify trends.
• Review nonconforming material and participate in MRB.
• Support engineering during design reviews and new product introductions.
• Develop, revise, and maintain quality procedures and documentation.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Operations to improve quality and efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance to inspection personnel.

Skills

Quality engineering

Auditing

CAPA

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

Data analysis

Excel

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Inspection tools

Job description

Our client, a well-established manufacturer serving highly regulated industries, is seeking an experiencedQuality Engineerto join their growing Quality team.

This is an on-site/full-time/direct-hire position

Salary based on experience: Up to $85k

The Quality Engineer will play a key role in maintaining and improving the company's Quality Management System while supporting production, engineering, and inspection teams. This individual will analyze quality data, lead investigations into product and process issues, perform internal audits, and drive corrective actions that improve product quality and manufacturing performance.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a quality professional who enjoys solving manufacturing challenges, improving processes, and collaborating with engineering and production to deliver world-class products.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Conduct internal quality audits and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 standards.
• Lead root cause investigations and implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Perform First Article Inspections (FAIs) and support inspection activities.
• Analyze quality metrics and manufacturing data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Review nonconforming material and participate in Material Review Board (MRB) activities.
• Support engineering during design reviews and new product introductions.
• Develop, revise, and maintain quality procedures, work instructions, and documentation.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Operations to improve product quality, reduce defects, and increase efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance to inspection personnel when needed.

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline preferred.
• Minimum of five years of quality engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001, AS9100, or similar quality management systems.
• Experience conducting internal audits and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Working knowledge of GD&T and blueprint interpretation.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and assembly documentation.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other inspection tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Experience

• Aerospace, electronics, or precision manufacturing experience.
• Root Cause Analysis (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, etc.).
• First Article Inspection (FAI) documentation.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience.
• Continuous Improvement and statistical analysis.
• Supplier quality or process improvement experience.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual based on race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.