Quality Engineer - Corporate

Quanta Manufacturing Fremont; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Quanta Manufacturing Fremont seeks a Corporate Quality Engineer to execute and manage corporate quality system activities, including CAPA investigations, DCC lifecycle management, and ISO 9001 audit execution.

This role drives compliance across operations, monitors QMS performance, and collaborates cross-functionally with the Corporate Quality Management team to ensure audit readiness, non-conformance handling, and ongoing improvement.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Quality, Industrial Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical, or related field.
• 2-6 years of corporate quality or ISO 9001 compliance experience.
• Experience in ISO 9001 certified manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain quality control and inspection processes aligned with ISO 9001 and corporate requirements.
• Manage Document Control Center (DCC) lifecycle, reviews, version control, and approvals.
• Lead root cause analyses and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure manufacturing processes meet defined quality requirements and adjust as needed.
• Lead line rejection investigations and coordinate corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Plan and conduct internal audits and support external/customer audits.
• Track audit findings, NCs, CAPA status, and ensure timely resolution.
• Maintain QMS performance metrics and documentation.

Skills

ISO 9001:2015 principles

Excel data analysis

Analytical problem solving

Root cause analysis (5 Whys, Fishbone)

Organizational skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Quality, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Job description

The Corporate Quality Engineer is responsible for executing and managing corporate quality system activities, including CAPA investigations, Document Control Center (DCC) lifecycle management, and internal ISO 9001 audit execution. This role independently drives compliance initiatives, monitors QMS performance, and ensures consistent application of corporate quality standards across operations.

The Corporate Quality Management team serves as the centralized governance body responsible for maintaining the organization's Quality Management System (QMS) and ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies. The team operates independently of product or project teams and works cross-functionally to drive audit readiness, enforce standard operating procedures, manage non-conformance and CAPA processes, and ensure consistent quality practices across the organization.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control and inspection processes aligned with ISO 9001 standards and corporate requirements.
• Manage the Document Control Center (DCC) lifecycle, including document review, version control, approval workflows, and compliance tracking.
• Perform root cause analysis for systemic quality failures and lead the implementation of corrective and preventive actions with minimal supervision.
• Perform root cause analysis for systemic quality failures and lead the implementation of corrective and preventive actions with minimal supervision.
• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with defined quality requirements and propose process adjustments to maintain compliance.
• Lead investigations of line rejections (LRR/VLRR), validate defect conditions, and coordinate corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Plan and execute internal audits and customer-requested inspections, ensuring accurate and timely documentation.
• Monitor CAPA effectiveness and ensure proper documentation and verification to prevent recurrence.
• Plan, conduct, and document internal audits; support external and customer audits, including preparation and follow-up actions.
• Track audit findings, NCs, and corrective action status to ensure timely resolution and compliance.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting of QMS performance, including audit metrics, CAPA status, and compliance indicators.

Required Skills/Abilities: (Example of skills set)

• Solid understanding of ISO 9001:2015 principles and manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis, trend reporting, and pivot table creation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to independently interpret data.
• Ability to conduct root cause analysis (5 Whys, Fishbone) and implement effective corrective actions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Education and Experience:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Quality, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• 2-6 years of experience in corporate quality, manufacturing quality, or ISO 9001 compliance roles.
• Prior experience in an ISO 9001 certified manufacturing environment is preferred.

Our company does not guarantee immigration sponsorship. We may offer immigration sponsorship for employees in select critical roles. Any sponsorship will be subject to internal review and approval based on employee performance, current immigration law and business needs.