Quality Engineer

Wieland Small Tube Products; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) contribution and match

Paid vacation and holidays

Growth opportunities

Wellness programs

Job summary

Wieland Small Tube Products is hiring a Quality Engineer located in Louisville, KY. This role serves as the primary point of contact for quality matters related to technical tube products, overseeing investigations of quality issues and implementing corrective actions effectively.

Ideal candidates should have a BS in material science or engineering, with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in quality engineering. The company offers attractive benefits from day one and numerous growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a quality engineer or similar role.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 is required.
• Experience with quality assurance tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support processes by improving the Quality Management System.
• Handle and investigate supplier and customer claims.
• Manage quality-related documentation and audits.

Skills

Material science or engineering

Quality engineering

ISO 9001

Project management

Lean tools and techniques

SAP

Education

BS in material science or engineering

Tools

PPAP

FMEA

Control plan

Gauge management and calibration

MS Office

Job description

Wieland is hiring a Quality Engineer located in Louisville, KY. The role serves as the primary point of contact for internal quality matters related to the technical tube product line, leading investigations into quality issues, driving root cause analysis, and ensuring effective implementation of corrective actions.

Base Salary Range: $89,000 - $97,000.

Variable Compensation: Eligible for bonus based on company performance.

Responsibilities

• Actively support the department by sustaining current processes while seeking opportunities for continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (SOPs, Work Instructions, Process Maps and Quality records) through thorough and consistent review.
• Handle supplier claims and support customer claims; investigate and/or supervise root cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and provide feedback to suppliers, production, and the quality manager as needed.
• Manage all quality‑related topics and corresponding documentation to and from suppliers such as PPAPs, 8D reports, deviations, and supplier requests.
• Participate in yearly internal audits for all identified processes to support ISO 9001 and 14001 certifications.
• Lead SPC, process capability, Pareto analysis, and data trending to identify quality risks and improvement opportunities.
• Support process design, risk assessment, and supplier development.
• Provide timely reports to management on designated quality KPIs.

Qualifications

• BS in material science or engineering and/or equivalent comprehensive experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a quality engineer or similar role.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001.
• Experience with QA tools such as PPAP, process FMEA, control plan, risk assessment, internal audits, and gauge management and calibration.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) and/or Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred.
• Ability to travel to suppliers and other company locations as needed.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and extensive knowledge of lean tools and techniques.
• Experience in project management.
• Proficiency in SAP, Factory Suite, data entry, daily/monthly reports, and MS Office.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and other benefits starting on day 1.
• 401(k) contribution and company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Growth opportunities within a global workforce of over 9,000 employees and 40+ North American locations.
• Wellness programs offering healthcare premium discounts and HSA employer contributions.
• Commitment to sustainability and eco‑friendly solutions.

Wieland is an equal‑opportunity and affirmative‑action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.