Quality Engineer - ISO/QA & Continuous Improvement

AST; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (HSA & PPO)

Dental

Vision

HSA employer contribution

Disability insurance

401K with company match

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Bonus potential

Job summary

AST is seeking a Quality Engineer for a full-time, on-site role in Tacoma, WA to strengthen our ISO 9001 quality management system and support continuous improvement in aseptic manufacturing. You will collaborate with manufacturing and testing teams to ensure processes and products meet quality standards.

Key duties include maintaining QMS, leading NCR/CAPA activities, analyzing data for improvements, coordinating internal audits, and delivering training across the organization in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required.
• 5+ years of experience within a documented ISO Quality Management System.
• Experience with data analysis and MS Office/ERP systems.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma and LEAN methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System and ensure compliance.
• Execute the PCI (Continuous Improvement) program across the site.
• Provide guidance on industry standards and internal policies for compliance.
• Analyze data to identify quality improvements and drive actions.
• Coordinate and maintain Quality Management System programs.
• Ensure documentation supports internal audits and quality records.
• Interface with suppliers to uphold internal quality standards.
• Manage NCR/CAPAs and perform root-cause analysis.
• Develop and conduct quality training for all staff levels.
• Review project documentation for completeness against requirements.
• Create inspection plans using manual and CMM metrology equipment.
• Review drawings to ensure quality standards are met.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Quality management

ISO 9001

Six Sigma

LEAN

Data analysis

ERP systems

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering related field

Tools

CMM metrology equipment

Job description

AST is seeking a Quality Engineer for a full-time, on-site role in Tacoma, WA to strengthen our ISO 9001 quality management system and support continuous improvement in aseptic manufacturing. You will collaborate with manufacturing and testing teams to ensure processes and products meet quality standards.

Key duties include maintaining QMS, leading NCR/CAPA activities, analyzing data for improvements, coordinating internal audits, and delivering training across the organization in a fast-paced