Quality Engineer I - Manufacturing & Process Improvement

JENOPTIK; Florida; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

JENOPTIK is seeking a Quality Engineer Level 1 to support the development and maintenance of quality systems in a manufacturing setting. The role involves data analysis, CAPA implementation, and assisting in audits to ensure compliance with customer requirements.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years in QA/QC within a manufacturing environment and be proficient with inspection tools and quality methodologies. This is an on-site role requiring US work eligibility.

Qualifications

• AA/AS degree in a technical field (BA/BS preferred) or equivalent work experience.
• 3–5 years’ QA/QC experience supporting design transfer, manufacturing, and product release.
• Experience in manufacturing environments (medical device/defense preferred); optics a plus.
• Familiar with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, IATF 16949, or AS9100 quality systems.
• Use inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, drop and dial indicators) to measure dimensions.
• Knowledge of quality tools and CAPA, including Gage R&R and IQ/OQ/PQ.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final quality control verification using MIT equipment.
• Support QA/Inspection and Metrology functions (calibration control).
• Quality representative in material review and supplier quality control.
• Collect, record and present QC data to production and test teams.
• Maintain KPI metrics and deliver QA feedback to production floor.
• Assist in audits and CAPA projects.

Skills

QA/QC

Team player

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Word/Excel

Education

AA/AS degree or BA/BS preferred

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gage R&R

IQ/OQ/PQ

SAP/ERP experience

Job description

JENOPTIK is seeking a Quality Engineer Level 1 to support the development and maintenance of quality systems in a manufacturing setting. The role involves data analysis, CAPA implementation, and assisting in audits to ensure compliance with customer requirements.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years in QA/QC within a manufacturing environment and be proficient with inspection tools and quality methodologies. This is an on-site role requiring US work eligibility.