Quality Engineer: Lead Process Excellence

TES Recruiting; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TES Recruiting is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to support manufacturing operations, ensuring products meet quality standards and customer requirements. You will drive quality initiatives across value streams, lead corrective actions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes.

This role requires 3–5 years of experience in quality engineering, expertise in SPC and quality methodologies, and experience with PPAP/FAI/PFMEA.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/industrial engineering.
• 3–5 years of quality engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with SPC and statistical quality methodologies.
• Experience in automotive or regulated environments preferred.
• Knowledge of PPAP, APQP, PFMEA, and FAI is required.
• Experience leading root cause investigations (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams).
• Experience with CMM and vision inspection systems; GD&T knowledge.
• Ability to conduct internal and supplier audits to ISO 9001/AS9100/IATF 16949.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to investigate customer complaints and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate PPAP and FAI activities with timely documentation submissions.
• Develop and update inspection programs for CMM and vision systems.
• Monitor SPC data to ensure product conformity and drive improvements.
• Create and maintain control plans, PFMEA, and quality documentation.
• Lead MRB activities including disposition of nonconforming materials.
• Conduct internal process audits for compliance with standards.
• Train personnel on quality inspection methods and equipment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve quality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Root cause analysis

SPC understanding

Quality methodologies

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Tools

CMM

Vision inspection systems (Keyence)

PFMEA

PPAP

APQP

FAI

Job description

TES Recruiting is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to support manufacturing operations, ensuring products meet quality standards and customer requirements. You will drive quality initiatives across value streams, lead corrective actions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes.

This role requires 3–5 years of experience in quality engineering, expertise in SPC and quality methodologies, and experience with PPAP/FAI/PFMEA.