Quality Engineer I — Process Improvement & Audit Specialist

Ctc Global Corporation; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

CTC Global in Irvine, CA is seeking a Quality Engineer I (QE I) to monitor and improve processes within the Quality Management System. You will plan audits, collect data, and analyze quality trends to drive improvements across cross-functional teams.

The role focuses on ISO 9001 compliance, audit execution, and implementing changes to procedures and training to achieve quality objectives. Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering/Math/Science/Business or similar technical degree.
• 3+ years of experience in an inspection/manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 requirements.
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Certification preferred.
• Working knowledge of problem-solving methods (5 Whys, 8D, Kaizen, etc.).
• MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.).
• Basic knowledge of graphic/video editing software.
• Experience in visual inspection and/or using a variety of inspection and testing equipment.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical specifications and company process documents.

Responsibilities

• Plans/executes the CTC QMS audit program to assess ISO 9001 and CTC Global requirements.
• Plans/executes audits of manufacturing and inspection processes for conformance.
• Identify process non-conformances and opportunities for improvements.
• Collect and monitor production and test data.
• Provide basic technical analysis of product quality trends to identify issues and opportunities for improvements.
• Reports results of audits and monitoring activities to impacted stakeholders.
• Participate and lead cross-functional problem-solving and corrective-action activities.
• Implement changes to working standards (Procedures/Forms/Work Instructions) to enable process improvements.
• Conduct basic training in support of improvement activities.
• Create graphics and video media to improve communication of working standards.
• Manage the tool calibration and monitoring system.
• Oversee the lifecycle of quality sign-off stamps.

Skills

Audit planning

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Process improvement

Education

BS in engineering/math/science/business

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Certification (preferred)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Visio

Graphic/video editing software

Job description

CTC Global in Irvine, CA is seeking a Quality Engineer I (QE I) to monitor and improve processes within the Quality Management System. You will plan audits, collect data, and analyze quality trends to drive improvements across cross-functional teams.

The role focuses on ISO 9001 compliance, audit execution, and implementing changes to procedures and training to achieve quality objectives. Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills are essential.