Quality Engineer

Standard Iron & Metal Co.; Town of Hartford (WI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Standard Iron & Metal Co. in Hartford, Wisconsin is seeking a Quality Engineer for New Product Introduction (NPI). You will drive APQP-based quality activities and act as the main quality interface with customers through development and product launch.

Responsibilities include PPAP documentation, PFMEA/Control Plan development, and supporting DV/PV efforts to ensure a smooth transition to production. Strong GD&T, SPC, and cross‑functional collaboration are required.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of APQP and PPAP methodologies.
• Experience with PFMEA development/review and Control Plan creation.
• Strong understanding of GD&T.
• Proficiency in root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies.
• Experience with ISO-based quality management systems.
• Familiarity with UL/ETL or similar regulatory standards.
• SPC and data analysis techniques; MS Office proficiency.
• Strong written and verbal communication; customer-facing experience.
• Demonstrated cross-functional teamwork and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality activities for New Product Introduction (NPI) using APQP.
• Serve as the primary quality interface with customers during development and approval.
• Plan, develop, and submit PPAP documentation (PFMEA, Control Plan, FAI, etc.).
• Support DV/PV activities to ensure launch readiness.
• Review drawings and engineering changes; provide feedback on specifications.
• Define inspection requirements and develop inspection plans for incoming, in-process, and final checks.

Skills

NPI experience

APQP experience

PFMEA creation

Control plan creation

PPAP creation

Print analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field

Tools

PolyWorks

Job description

Quality Engineer – New Product Introduction (NPI)

Job Purpose

The Quality Engineer is responsible for supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) activities and serving as a customer‑facing quality representative throughout product development and production launch. This role leads and applies Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) to ensure products and processes meet customer, regulatory, and internal requirements prior to release to production. The Quality Engineer owns the development and execution of Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) deliverables and partners cross‑functionally to ensure a smooth transition from development into full‑rate manufacturing. This position reports to the Site Quality Manager.

Strong Skills In The Following

• NPI experience
• APQP experience
• PFMEA creation
• Control plan creation
• PPAP creation
• Print analysis

This position is located in Hartford Wisconsin with NO Sponsorships or Relocation assistance at this time.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Other duties may be assigned.

New Product Introduction & Customer Quality

• Lead quality activities for New Product Introduction (NPI) using APQP methodology .
• Serve as the primary quality interface with customers during development, qualification, and product approval.
• Plan, develop, and submit PPAP documentation , including:
• PFMEA review and approval
• Control Plan development
• Process Flow Diagrams
• First Article Inspection (FAI) reports
• Dimensional layouts and inspection results
• Material certifications
• Paint and special process approvals
• Support design and process validation activities (DV/PV) to ensure launch readiness.

Design, Process & Product Quality

• Interpret product requirements from engineering drawings, specifications, and design documentation.
• Review and provide feedback on drawings, calculations, specifications, and engineering changes.
• Apply GD&T per applicable standards.
• Define inspection requirements, sampling plans, acceptance criteria, and inspection methods.
• Develop and support inspection plans, including incoming, in-process, and final inspection.

Corrective Action & Continuous Improvement

• Lead root cause analysis using structured problem‑solving methodologies (8D, 5‑Why, Fishbone).
• Prepare and submit customer corrective action responses (CARs).
• Initiate and manage internal corrective and preventive actions.
• Analyze quality and process data using SPC and statistical methods to drive improvement.
• Identify opportunities to reduce cost of poor quality and improve process capability.

Quality Systems & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 requirements.
• Participate in and support internal audits, customer audits, and regulatory assessments.
• Maintain awareness and application of applicable regulatory and certification standards, including but not limited to UL and ETL .
• Ensure quality documentation and records are controlled, accurate, and compliant.

Marginal Job Functions

• Maintain quality documentation in accordance with established procedures.
• Provide leadership to cross‑functional project teams as required.
• Coordinate customer reaction plans for nonconformities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through training and communication.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge & Skills

• Working knowledge of APQP and PPAP methodologies.
• Experience with PFMEA development/review and Control Plan creation.
• Strong understanding of GD&T .
• Proficiency in root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies.
• Experience with internal auditing and ISO‑based quality management systems.
• Familiarity with regulatory or certification standards such as UL, ETL , or similar bodies.
• Experience with SPC and data analysis techniques.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable in a customer‑facing role.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving capability and ability to work effectively in a cross‑functional team environment.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field preferred.
• 4–6 years of Quality Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably supporting NPI activities.
• Experience with PolyWorks or similar metrology software preferred.
• Experience with fabrication, welded assemblies, or leak‑critical products preferred.
• Experience working within ISO‑certified environments preferred.

Salary range for this position is starting at $60,000- BOE

There is no reloaction or sponsorships available for this role.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics, focusing on skills, safety, and job‑related qualifications in our manufacturing operations.