Quality Engineer I

Parker Aerospace; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking a Quality Engineer I to implement the Parker Quality Process, align products and processes with defined standards, and support site quality projects under guidance.

The role emphasizes data-driven inspection, root-cause analysis, containment, and CAPA actions, with collaboration across operations and engineering teams to sustain quality performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 0–2 years of relevant experience.
• Engineering degree preferred.
• Foundational knowledge of FMEA, MSA, Control Plans, calibration practices, and inspection methods.
• Basic proficiency in problem-solving and CAPA (containment, root cause, corrective/preventive actions).
• Ability to read technical drawings; GD&T fundamentals preferred.
• Competence with data analysis tools (Excel) and quality data visualization (basic SPC).
• Experience with ERP/MES/QMS systems preferred.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and reliable execution of structured assignments.
• Effective written and verbal communication; team player with continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Interpret customer, regulatory, and Parker PQP requirements; translate to site-quality plans and acceptance criteria.
• Own deployment and governance of PQP tools; drive corrective actions for gaps.
• Establish inspection reporting requirements and data integrity controls; log nonconformances and generate reports.
• Lead containment strategies and root-cause investigations; drive CAPA implementation and verification.
• Analyze site quality using SPC and KPI dashboards; set investigation priorities and drive improvements.
• Maintain QMS documentation framework; readiness for audits and corrective actions.
• Plan and lead internal audits; represent site during external audits and drive action plans.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, and Supply Chain.

Skills

FMEA

MSA

Control Plans

Calibration practices

Inspection methods

Problem solving

CAPA

GD&T fundamentals

Excel

Quality data visualization

SPC basics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Engineering degree

Tools

ERP systems

MES systems

QMS systems

Job description

Position Summary

The Quality Engineer I implements and assures alignment to the Parker Quality Process (PQP) to ensure that products, services and processes are consistently meeting defined quality standards and customer expectations. This role executes structured, well-defined assignments using established quality procedures and tools (e.g., FMEA, MSA, Control Plans, calibration, APQP). The role administers inspection reporting, supports resolution of discrete quality issues, and contributes to one or more site projects with guidance from experienced quality professionals. Decision-making discretion is limited; work is performed within established standards and procedures to assess and improve product and process quality performance.

Responsibilities

• Interprets customer, regulatory, and Parker PQP requirements; translates requirements into site-level quality plans, controls, and acceptance criteria.
• Owns deployment and governance of PQP tools and quality procedures at the site; evaluates effectiveness and drives corrective actions for gaps:
  • Drive to Parker Quality Process (PQP) methodologies and principles through deployment of PQP tools within the site.
  • Leads the creation or updating of FMEAs, Control Plans, Work Instructions and related documentation under guidance.
  • Performs Measurement System Analysis (MSA) activities (e.g., gage R&R) and support calibration compliance.
• Establishes inspection reporting requirements and data integrity controls; analyzes inspection outcomes, identifies systemic issues, and communicates actionable insights to leadership:
  • Collect, review, and maintain inspection records; log nonconformances; generate routine quality reports.
  • Oversees the incoming, in-process, and final inspection activities. Drives decisions around quality inspections to ensure they meet requirements.
• Leads containment strategy and cross-functional root cause investigations; determines appropriate analytical tools and drives CAPA selection, implementation, and effectiveness verification:
  • Ensures containment, root cause analysis (e.g., 5-Why, fishbone), and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
  • Owns and tracks action item completion for effective verification with the responsible functions.
• Analyzes site quality performance using SPC and KPI dashboards; identifies special causes and systemic risk, sets investigation priorities, and drives improvement actions with stakeholders
• Owns elements of the site QMS documentation framework; establishes document control expectations and ensures readiness for customer/regulatory/ISO audits.
• Plans and leads internal audit activities within assigned scope; represent the site during external audits and drives corrective action plans for findings.
• Collaborate cross-functionally (limited scope):
  • Participate as a team member on site-level projects; communicate status, risks, and needs to stakeholders.
  • Coordinate with primary functions (e.g., Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, or Supply Chain) to resolve issues.
• Adhere to compliance and safety standards:
  • Follow Parker policies, procedures, and applicable quality management system requirements.
  • Promote a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 0–2 years of relevant experience
• Engineering degree preferred
• Foundational knowledge of FMEA, MSA, Control Plans, calibration practices, and inspection methods.
• Basic proficiency in problem-solving and CAPA (containment, root cause, corrective/preventive actions).
• Ability to read technical drawings; familiarity with GD&T fundamentals preferred.
• Competence with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel) and quality data visualization (basic SPC).
• Experience with ERP/MES/QMS systems preferred.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and reliable execution of structured assignments.
• Effective written and verbal communication; ability to work with guidance and elevate issues appropriately.
• Team-oriented contributor with a continuous improvement mindset.

Parker Hannifin

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, we’ve enabled engineering breakthroughs that make energy cleaner, transportation safer, medical treatments more effective, and manufacturing more efficient.

With empowered team members in more than 40 countries, Parker serves customers across aerospace & defense, energy, HVAC & refrigeration, in-plant & industrial equipment, off-highway and transportation.

Our scale is global, but our purpose is personal. We enable breakthroughs that improve lives, strengthen communities and create a brighter future.

Our Purpose — Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow — comes to life through our people-first culture where teamwork drives performance, inclusion fuels innovation and growth is encouraged. This environment fosters collaboration and empowers team members from engineering and manufacturing to finance, supply chain, human resources, information technology and beyond.

By combining deep expertise with an entrepreneurial spirit, we help customers succeed in markets that demand performance, reliability, and sustainability.

As we look to the future, Parker is advancing initiatives in energy efficiency and sustainability while developing the next generation of talent and leaders to engineer a better tomorrow.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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