Quality Engineer: Casting, Forging & Machining

Bharat Forge Aluminum USA, Inc.; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Bharat Forge Aluminum USA, Inc. is seeking a Quality Engineer to support quality systems across casting, forging, finishing and machining.

This hands-on role includes product inspections, metallurgical testing, and dimensional validation to ensure compliance with customer and internal standards. You will develop inspection and control plans, perform measurements with CMMs and micrometers, and lead root cause analyses using 8D, 5-Why and Fishbone techniques.

Qualifications

• Quality systems knowledge: APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC.
• Read and interpret blueprints with GD&T.
• Hands-on inspection with measuring equipment.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Experience with quality software and ERP systems.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Understand safety and regulatory compliance in manufacturing.
• Project management and documentation control.

Responsibilities

• Support quality assurance across casting, forging, finishing, and machining production processes.
• Develop and maintain inspection plans, control plans, and PFMEAs.
• Conduct product inspections and metallurgical tests (hardness, ultrasonic, dimensional, surface finish).
• Operate and interpret results from CMMs, micrometers, roughness testers, and hardness testers.
• Perform root cause analysis and corrective actions using 8D, 5-Why, Fishbone.
• Support incoming, in-process, and final inspections for conformance to specs.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer requirements.
• Maintain quality data records and nonconformance reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for continuous improvement.
• Participate in audits (internal, customer, third-party).
• Train production and maintenance personnel in quality requirements.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

APQP/PPAP

GD&T

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CMMs

Micrometers

Roughness testers

Hardness testers

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Bharat Forge Aluminum USA, Inc. is seeking a Quality Engineer to support quality systems across casting, forging, finishing and machining.

This hands-on role includes product inspections, metallurgical testing, and dimensional validation to ensure compliance with customer and internal standards. You will develop inspection and control plans, perform measurements with CMMs and micrometers, and lead root cause analyses using 8D, 5-Why and Fishbone techniques.