Quality Engineer

CaptiveAire Systems; West Union (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays and PTO

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A leading HVAC manufacturer in West Union, IA, is seeking an Entry Level Quality Assurance Specialist. This role involves maintaining product quality and collaborating with engineers. The ideal candidate has a technical degree and strong electrical skills. A hands-on role, you'll implement quality measures in the manufacturing process. The position offers a salary range of $65k-$90k, alongside benefits like medical, dental, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 0–10 years of experience.
• Internship/co-op experience preferred.
• Enjoy hands-on product exposure.

Responsibilities

• Maintain total product quality and support multiple product lines.
• Collaborate with plant engineers to improve processes.
• Implement quality assurance/control procedures.

Skills

Electrical skills and experience

Strong multi-tasking abilities

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Hands-on product exposure

Education

Four-year technical degree in electrical, electronics, or mechanical field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Position Summary: This role will be working within the manufacturing facility and will be responsible for maintaining total quality and training for multiple product lines.

Why Work for CaptiveAire?

• Nation’s leading manufacturer of commercial kitchen ventilation systems, now offering a full solution of fans, heaters, ductwork and HVAC equipment. Our primary purpose is to provide fully integrated, sustainable HVAC systems.
• Leader in the industry for over 40 years with innovative technologies, unmatched service, competitive pricing, and rapid lead times.
• Mission: to provide the highest quality products and service to our users at the lowest possible price.
• Strong commitment to the development of our employees, including continuous education opportunities such as sponsorship for a professional engineering license and weekly webinars and company‑developed technical videos.

A Day in the Life

• Review internal and external quality data for assigned product groups, using external data to drive product/process improvements and internal data to identify areas for enhancing production efficiency and product quality.
• Collaborate with plant engineers and line technicians to improve production processes, embedding quality into the product and increasing output.
• Spend most of the day on the production floor, auditing processes and products, implementing quality assurance/quality control procedures, and supporting the assigned product groups.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Work with the Quality Manager to develop and implement quality assurance and quality control procedures.
• Spend 95% of the day on the manufacturing floor implementing quality solutions while also working on major projects.
• Accept total responsibility for product quality, including procured and in‑house parts, assembly process, functional testing, and packaging of finished products.
• Maintain a continuous improvement mindset focused on Kaizen (small changes for the better).
• Perform quality audits, quality admin inspections, and support staff with any quality‑related questions.
• Organize and present audit findings in a measurable manner to obtain deliverables and initiate corrective actions.
• Review manufacturing and quality instructions, methods, and processes to identify and improve product build quality.
• Work with the Quality Manager to manage the QMS for third‑party audit organizations.
• Report directly to the Quality Manager for your facility.

Job Requirements

• 0–10 years of experience.
• Four‑year technical degree in an electrical, electronics, or mechanically oriented curriculum.
• Internship/co‑op experience preferred.
• Enjoy hands‑on product exposure.
• Electrical skills and experience required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar software.
• Strong multi‑tasking, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Strong emphasis on perfect product quality and maintaining a safe work environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work standing for extended periods of time.
• Must use ladder, forklift, or other equipment to acquire parts for product assembly.
• Ability to use power and hand tools, as well as electrical testing and measuring equipment.
• Ability to lift 35 to 50 pounds independently.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Disability & life insurance based on election of medical insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO) based on tenure.
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• Tuition reimbursement, including for Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• Relocation assistance.

Salary

$65k–$90k base, negotiable based on experience. Additional monthly bonus based on productivity and profits.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Captive‑Aire Systems, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We review applications for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, uniformed services, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. At this time we are not able to consider applicants that require sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment visa status.

This position is classified as a safety‑sensitive position. Employees in this position are subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with CaptiveAire’s Drug‑Free Workplace policy.

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Seniority Level: Entry level | Employment Type: Full‑time | Job Function: Quality Assurance | Industries: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing.

Location: West Union, IA | Salary Range: $65,000–$95,000.

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