Quality Engineer II - JDAS

Jabil Defense and Aerospace Services, LLC; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Life, AD&D, Disability Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Adoption Assistance

Annual Merit Increases

Community Volunteer Opportunities

Job summary

Jabil in Saint Petersburg, FL, is seeking a Quality Engineer to lead quality systems, support continuous improvement, and drive corrective actions across manufacturing and suppliers. You will ensure compliance with ISO, GMP, and related standards while guiding QA plans and process routings.

The role focuses on analyzing defects, developing inspection aids, and delivering targeted quality training to various teams, with strong cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2+ years in Quality Engineering, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing Engineering, or related.
• Experience with manufacturing quality systems and continuous improvement.
• Experience with CAPA programs preferred.
• Experience with SPC and quality data analysis.
• Ability to investigate defects and implement corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain QA plans and process routings reflecting operations.
• Support quoting through involvement in process design and implementation.
• Evaluate inspection processes and develop inspection instructions and guidelines.
• Support training programs through specialized quality training.
• Review quality documentation and records for periodic updates.
• Create and maintain document storage and accessibility systems.
• Coordinate corrective and preventive action activities with suppliers and customers.
• Track effectiveness and closure of corrective actions.
• Perform defect trend analysis from customers, suppliers, and internal manufacturing.
• Partner with suppliers to support process and quality improvements.
• Ensure compliance with ISO, EN4600, GMP, and related standards.

Skills

QA principles

SPC tools

CAPA processes

Root cause analysis

FMEA

ISO quality systems

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Training delivery

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Engineering/Quality background

Tools

QMS software

Job description

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

How will you make an impact?

Represent the Quality function by providing technical support and leadership for quality systems, manufacturing processes, supplier quality, customer quality concerns, and corrective action initiatives. Drive continuous improvement efforts, support compliance requirements, and collaborate across multiple functions to ensure the highest levels of product quality and customer satisfaction.

What will you do?

• Develop and maintain Quality Assurance (QA) plans and process routings that accurately reflect operational activities and requirements.
• Support quoting activities through participation in process design, development, and implementation efforts.
• Evaluate and improve inspection processes through the development of inspection aids, work instructions, and inspection guidelines.
• Support training programs through the development and delivery of specialized quality training for applicable functions.
• Conduct periodic reviews and maintenance of quality documentation and records.
• Develop and maintain systems for document storage, organization, and accessibility.
• Review customer and supplier discrepancies and coordinate corrective and preventive action activities.
• Track and monitor corrective action effectiveness and closure.
• Perform trend analysis of defects originating from customers, suppliers, and internal manufacturing operations.
• Participate in vendor surveys and supplier quality assessments as required.
• Partner proactively with suppliers to support process improvements and quality enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and quality management system requirements.
• Support adherence to ISO, EN4600, GMP, and other applicable regulatory or quality standards.
• Monitor departmental quality activities and provide technical guidance to Quality Engineering personnel.
• Provide technical support to customers regarding quality-related issues and concerns.
• Utilize Statistical Process Control (SPC) data and corrective action tracking systems to drive quality improvements.
• Create and implement meetings, procedures, and team-based initiatives that support corrective and preventive action programs.
• Serve as the primary liaison between Jabil, customers, and suppliers regarding quality-related issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing and quality systems.
• Improve technical support capabilities within the Quality organization.

How will you get here?

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Degree in Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or a related technical field preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of two years of related experience in Quality Engineering, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing Engineering, Supplier Quality, or a related field.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, quality systems, or continuous improvement initiatives preferred.
• Experience working with corrective and preventive action programs preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Knowledge of Quality Assurance and Quality Engineering principles.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, product quality requirements, and quality management systems.
• Experience developing and maintaining QA plans, process routings, and quality documentation.
• Knowledge of corrective and preventive action methodologies.
• Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC) tools and quality data analysis techniques.
• Ability to investigate defects, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Experience conducting trend analysis and interpreting quality performance metrics.
• Knowledge of supplier quality management and supplier performance improvement practices.
• Ability to evaluate inspection processes and develop inspection instructions and quality aids.
• Understanding of ISO, EN4600, GMP, and other quality system requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers, suppliers, manufacturing teams, and leadership.
• Ability to develop and deliver technical training programs.
• Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and quality management software systems.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, procedures, and customer requirements.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience supporting ISO-compliant quality management systems.
• Experience with SPC, CAPA, Root Cause Analysis, FMEA, and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Experience working directly with customers and suppliers on quality-related issues.
• Experience in electronics manufacturing, aerospace, defense, medical device, or other regulated industries.
• ASQ certifications such as Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) preferred.
• Experience leading quality improvement projects and cross-functional initiatives.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.

What Can Jabil Offer You?

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
• 401K Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Adoption Assistance
• Annual Merit Increases
• Community Volunteer Opportunities

Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

U.S. Citizenship required for site-specific security clearance.

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