Quality Engineer — ISO Lead & Process Improvement

Colonial Group; Scotland Neck (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a Quality Engineer to assist the plant in monitoring and reporting quality issues. Reporting to the Director of Quality, you will oversee ISO compliance, lead internal audits, and drive improvements across procedures, documentation, and training.

You will perform QC inspections, manage non-conforming materials, and support PPAP packages for automotive customers, with a focus on root cause analysis and cross-functional collaboration to resolve issues and uphold safety

Qualifications

• College or university science-related diploma/degree or equivalent rubber industry experience.
• Proficiency with Airboss software including QPulse, IFS and PI.
• Relevant training or courses in quality systems and audits.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ISO 9001, 14001 and 17025 compliance; act as internal lead auditor.
• Promote ISO awareness; advise on procedures, work instructions and records.
• Facilitate actions from internal audits and drive improvements.
• Perform QC inspections on finished goods, WIP and raw materials.
• Lead containment and corrective action for non-conformances.
• Coordinate customer quality returns, samples, credits and approvals.
• Create and maintain Process Flow diagrams, Control Plans, FMEAs, VSM.
• Prepare PPAP packages for automotive customers.
• Conduct measurement system analysis and SPC; perform gauge R&R studies.
• Collaborate with production/technical teams to resolve issues and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Statistical methods

QPulse

IFS

PI

Education

Science degree or equivalent in rubber industry

Job description

Colonial Group is seeking a Quality Engineer to assist the plant in monitoring and reporting quality issues. Reporting to the Director of Quality, you will oversee ISO compliance, lead internal audits, and drive improvements across procedures, documentation, and training.

You will perform QC inspections, manage non-conforming materials, and support PPAP packages for automotive customers, with a focus on root cause analysis and cross-functional collaboration to resolve issues and uphold safety