Quality Engineer

Donaldson Aerospace & Defense; Town of Poland (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sports card

Private medical care (Luxmed)

Holiday co-financing

Job summary

Donaldson Aerospace & Defense, located in the Town of Poland, New York, is looking for a Quality Engineer. This role involves participation in product implementation and coordination of changes while ensuring quality standards are met. Candidates should have strong technical knowledge and experience in quality tools like APQP and PPAP.

The position offers flexible working hours, an employee benefits package, and opportunities for growth within a modern production plant.

Qualifications

• Communicative English and Polish language skills for documentation and customer contact.
• Experience in a similar position within a manufacturing company.
• Knowledge of quality tools including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and 8D.

Responsibilities

• Participation in the implementation of new products and changes in existing ones.
• Direct communication with customers regarding PPAP documentation and technical agreements.
• Supervision of tests and blocked materials, initiating corrective actions.

Skills

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

Analytical thinking

Technical drawing reading

Education

Higher technical education (engineering fields preferred)

Tools

Coordinate-measuring machines

SPC

MSA

Job description

## Quality EngineerApplylocations: Skarbimierztime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR-26959Donaldson is committed to solving the world’s most complex filtration challenges. Together, we make cool things. As an established technology and innovation leader, we are continuously evolving to meet the filtration needs of our changing world. Join a culture of collaboration and innovation that matters and a chance to learn, effect change, and make meaningful contributions at work and in communities. **Key Responsibilities*** Participation in the implementation of new products and coordination of changes in existing ones* Direct communication with customers regarding PPAP documentation, technical agreements, and updates related to implemented changes* Approval of sPPAP for component changes and oversight of compliance of submitted documentation* Supervision of tests and blocked materials, initiation of corrective actions, and monitoring the progress and effectiveness of 8D reports* Initiating, coordinating, and verifying corrective and preventive actions within the quality area* Development of Control Plans, measurement methods, and participation in FMEA analyses in cooperation with Production Engineers* Conducting audits of quality systems and process controls, identifying improvement areas, and recommending enhancements* Selection of measurement methods and techniques for process control, using both traditional measuring tools and coordinate‐measuring equipment* Monitoring and analyzing the cost of poor quality, preparing reports, and recommending optimization actions* Participation in daily operational meetings within the assigned area and ongoing support for production teams in quality‐related matters**Requirements*** Higher technical education (engineering fields preferred)* Communicative level of English and Polish, enabling work with documentation and direct customer contact* Experience in a similar position within a manufacturing company* Practical knowledge of APQP, PPAP, and sPPAP processes, and the ability to apply them in daily work* Knowledge of quality tools (Core Tools): APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, 8D* Familiarity with the IATF 16949 standard; experience in auditing or implementing quality systems will be an additional asset* Ability to read technical drawings and use inspection and measurement equipment; experience with coordinate‐measuring machines is welcome* Strong analytical thinking skills, ability to identify root causes of problems, and propose effective solutions* Good work organization, task‐planning skills, and ability to operate in a dynamic production environment* Knowledge or experience in areas such as metal processing, cleanliness testing, or leak testing will be an advantage**What’s in it for you*** Stable employment based on an employment contract with a well‐established company* Flexible working hours – possibility to start between 7:00 and 9:00* A comprehensive onboarding training package ensuring a smooth start and quick understanding of processes* Employee benefits package, including: sports card, private medical care (Luxmed), holiday co‐financing, and other perks* Work in a dynamically developing production plant equipped with a modern machine park* Opportunity to lead interesting international projects with real impact on product and process development* A friendly and supportive work atmosphere based on collaboration and open communication