Quality Engineer - Manufacturing

Katalyst CRO; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Katalyst CRO located in Lafayette, Indiana is seeking a Quality Engineer to identify and document defects on the shop floor, perform root cause analysis, and support quality improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering with 0-7 years of relevant experience.

Candidates should have strong problem-solving skills, be effective communicators, and be familiar with quality tools. Engage with production teams to foster a proactive approach towards defect prevention.

Qualifications

• Ability to identify issues and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Capability to document problems and propose practical solutions.
• Understanding of different stakeholder perspectives while analyzing issues.

Responsibilities

• Identify and document defects on the shop floor and trace similar issues.
• Perform root cause analysis and investigate quality issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely resolution of quality concerns.
• Support implementation of best practices focused on defect prevention.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Root cause analysis

Quality tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Job description

• Identify and document defects on the shop floor and trace similar issues in previously built units. Collect, analyze, and communicate non-conformance data effectively.
• Perform root cause analysis and investigate quality issues using structured problem-solving techniques.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely resolution of quality concerns.
• Proactive approach toward defect prevention and quality improvement.
• Support implementation of best practices focused on defect prevention, variation reduction, and waste elimination.
• Willingness to work on the shop floor and engage with production teams
• Requirements:
• Ability to identify issues and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Capability to document problems and propose practical solutions.
• Understanding of different stakeholder perspectives while analyzing issues Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing
• Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 07 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or quality engineering.
• Basic understanding of quality tools such as root cause analysis, 5 Why, Fishbone, etc.
• Exposure to manufacturing processes and shop floor environment preferred
• Minimum years of experience: 0-7 years
• Education: Bachelor's or Master of Engineering