Quality Engineer I

Michael Page; Somersworth (NH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

MPI seeks a Quality Engineer I for a manufacturing client focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement. You will lead quality improvement initiatives, solve complex quality challenges, and help reduce costs by driving supplier performance and ensuring world-class products reach customers.

You will analyze quality data, lead root-cause investigations, and develop PFMEAs and control plans. Collaboration with manufacturing, engineering, procurement, and production teams will be

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Quality Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–7 years of experience in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Supplier Quality within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience with root cause analysis and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC), Gauge R&R, process capability studies, and measurement systems analysis.
• Experience conducting supplier audits, managing supplier corrective actions, and supporting PPAP or first article inspection processes.
• Familiarity with PFMEA development, control plans, and quality management systems.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 standards and manufacturing quality frameworks.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and statistical analysis software.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple functions.
• Six Sigma Green Belt, Belt, CQE, CSQP, or similar quality certifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Analyse quality, scrap, rework, and warranty data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Lead root cause investigations using methodologies such as 8D, A3, 5-Why, Fishbone, DMAIC, and Six Sigma tools.
• Develop and maintain PFMEAs, control plans, SPC systems, gauge studies, and process capability assessments.
• Partner with manufacturing and production teams to implement process improvements and error-proofing solutions.
• Drive corrective and preventive actions through successful implementation and validation.
• Lead supplier quality activities including audits, supplier corrective actions, capability assessments, and supplier development initiatives.
• Support supplier qualification, PPAP activities, first article inspections, and ongoing supplier performance management.
• Act as a key contact for customer quality concerns, field issues, and warranty investigations.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, production, service, and quality teams to deliver sustainable improvements.
• Participate in new product introduction activities to ensure quality requirements are incorporated early in the development process.
• Support internal and external audits while maintaining quality documentation and reporting metrics to leadership.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Quality Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

We are seeking a Quality Engineer I to lead quality improvement initiatives across a manufacturing environment focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement. This role will play a critical part in solving complex quality challenges, enhancing supplier performance, reducing costs associated with poor quality, and ensuring world-class products reach customers

Client Details

Our client is an established and growing manufacturer recognised for its commitment to innovation, engineering excellence, and customer satisfaction. With significant investment in research, development, and advanced manufacturing capabilities, they offer an environment where engineers can make a measurable impact while contributing to cutting-edge technologies.

Description

• Analyse quality, scrap, rework, and warranty data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Lead root cause investigations using methodologies such as 8D, A3, 5-Why, Fishbone, DMAIC, and Six Sigma tools.
• Develop and maintain PFMEAs, control plans, SPC systems, gauge studies, and process capability assessments.
• Partner with manufacturing and production teams to implement process improvements and error-proofing solutions.
• Drive corrective and preventive actions through successful implementation and validation.
• Lead supplier quality activities including audits, supplier corrective actions, capability assessments, and supplier development initiatives.
• Support supplier qualification, PPAP activities, first article inspections, and ongoing supplier performance management.
• Act as a key contact for customer quality concerns, field issues, and warranty investigations.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, production, service, and quality teams to deliver sustainable improvements.
• Participate in new product introduction activities to ensure quality requirements are incorporated early in the development process.
• Support internal and external audits while maintaining quality documentation and reporting metrics to leadership.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Quality Engineering, or a related field.
• 3-7 years of experience in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Supplier Quality within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience with root cause analysis and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC), Gauge R&R, process capability studies, and measurement systems analysis.
• Experience conducting supplier audits, managing supplier corrective actions, and supporting PPAP or first article inspection processes.
• Familiarity with PFMEA development, control plans, and quality management systems.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 standards and manufacturing quality frameworks.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and statistical analysis software.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple functions.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and drive corrective actions through to completion.
• Six Sigma Green Belt, Belt, CQE, CSQP, or similar quality certifications are advantageous.

Job Offer

• Opportunity to influence quality strategy and deliver measurable business improvements.
• Exposure to supplier quality, manufacturing excellence, customer quality, and new product development.
• High level of collaboration with engineering, operations, procurement, and leadership teams.
• Strong culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Competitive opportunity to build long-term career growth within an innovative manufacturing organisation.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.