Quality Engineer

Jobot; Unincorporated Chatsworth (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition assistance

Career development opportunities

Recognition programs

Job summary

A precision manufacturing firm is seeking a Quality Engineer to lead quality improvement initiatives. You'll analyze process capabilities, conduct audits, and engage with the shop floor to ensure compliance and quality improvements. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree (preferred) or an associate degree with relevant experience, especially in aerospace manufacturing. Join a supportive workplace that values teamwork, growth, and diversity in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or associate degree with demonstrated experience.
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing is a plus.
• Prior experience in a machine shop environment required.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality improvement initiatives in a machine shop.
• Analyze process capability studies and coordinate Gage R&R studies.
• Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with standards.
• Engage with shop floor employees to address quality concerns.

Skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools

Strong organizational skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple projects

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate degree with experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Overview

Machine Shop & Engineering Firm - Great Benefits! This Jobot Job is hosted by Emily Bohanon. Salary $90,000 - $130,000 per year.

A Bit About Us

We are a precision manufacturing organization with a long history of producing high-performance engineered components for demanding industries such as aerospace, defense, medical, and high-technology markets. Our facilities across the United States combine advanced machining, engineering expertise, and a deep commitment to quality and continuous improvement. The work we do supports complex applications where precision, reliability, and innovation matter. We foster a collaborative environment where dedicated professionals contribute to solving real engineering and manufacturing challenges while growing their skills and careers.

Why join us?

Joining our team means becoming part of a supportive, employee-focused workplace that values integrity, teamwork, and ongoing development. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support health and financial well-being, including tailored medical, dental, and vision coverage, generous paid time off, retirement savings plans with company contributions, and wellness programs. We invest in your future through tuition assistance, career development opportunities, and recognition programs that celebrate achievements. You’ll be part of an inclusive environment that supports diverse perspectives, encourages lifelong learning, and engages with the community through volunteer and philanthropic initiatives. You’ll find a workplace that values your contributions, supports your growth, and offers meaningful work in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

Job Details

Position Summary

• Lead, support, and drive continuous quality improvement initiatives within a machine shop manufacturing environment
• Partner closely with manufacturing teams to identify quality issues and implement effective corrective actions
• Utilize statistical tools and structured problem-solving methodologies to improve product and process quality
• Own area-level quality metrics, including data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Monitor critical process parameters to ensure ongoing compliance and stability
• Serve as a daily quality resource for operators and supervisors, promoting a team-based approach to improvement
• Conduct internal audits and provide oversight and training on quality systems and processes

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze process capability studies and collaborate with operators and department teams to address performance concerns
• Coordinate, perform, and evaluate Gage R&R studies and support improvement efforts when gaps are identified
• Issue corrective action requests (CARs) and guide teams through root cause and corrective action investigations
• Schedule and lead deep-dive investigations related to significant scrap or quality events
• Perform internal quality audits to ensure compliance with procedures and standards
• Review DMR benches daily to verify required signatures and identify potential issues
• Engage with employees on the shop floor to address quality concerns and reinforce quality expectations
• Analyze scrap and rework data and communicate trends and findings to cross-functional teams
• Support the development of presentations and materials for Quality Steering Committee meetings
• Schedule and facilitate department meetings to review CARs, scrap, rework, A3s, and ongoing quality initiatives

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, along with ASQ certifications and prior aerospace manufacturing experience
• Alternatively, an associate degree with demonstrated experience in a machine shop environment is required

Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Word and Excel
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and daily activities simultaneously
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail
• Self-motivated, resourceful, and capable of working independently while collaborating effectively with teams

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