Quality Engineer - NPI & Process Excellence Lead

AFC Materials Group; Lake in the Hills (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training program

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Referral bonus program

Generous PTO

10 paid holidays

Safety shoe reimbursement

Gym reimbursement

Rewards & Recognition program

Social events

Job summary

AFC Materials Group, headquartered in Lake in the Hills, IL, seeks a Quality Engineer to drive quality across development and manufacturing, leading cross-department collaboration to implement robust controls and continuous improvement for top-tier product performance.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in quality/industrial engineering and 5–10 years of manufacturing quality experience, with proficiency in FMEA, Control Plans, PPAP, and data analysis. Mentoring, CAPA, and AFC values are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quality Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 5–10 years of experience as a Quality Engineer in manufacturing.
• Proficient in new product launch tools: FMEA, Control Plans, PPAP.
• Strong data analysis, reporting, and technical writing skills.
• Skilled in root cause analysis and continuous improvement methods (8D, A3).
• Familiarity with Cost of Quality metrics and metrology tools.
• Excellent communication skills with internal, customer and supplier contacts.
• Ability to Lead Continuous Improvement Teams.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary Quality liaison with Engineering and R&D for new product introductions.
• Define and implement effective process controls, including FMEA, Control Plans, and PPAP.
• Mentoring and development of quality technicians.
• Evaluate current manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Oversee non-conformance investigations (RMA/NCMR), including CAPA initiatives.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies (e.g., DOE, SPC) to standardize processes and reduce variability.
• Utilize root cause analysis tools such as 8D, 5-Why, and fishbone to drive corrective and preventive actions.
• Conduct lab testing and validate product performance through metrology and analysis.
• Analyze data to identify trends, drive improvement, and support decision-making.
• Monitor performance metrics and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to ISO 9001 and FDA regulations.
• Promote a positive team environment and AFC's core values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data analysis

Root cause analysis

Communication

Technical writing

Continuous Improvement

Leadership

Lean Six Sigma

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quality/Industrial Engineering

Tools

FMEA

Control Plans

PPAP

DOE

SPC

8D

5-Why

Fishbone

Metrology tools

Job description

AFC Materials Group, headquartered in Lake in the Hills, IL, seeks a Quality Engineer to drive quality across development and manufacturing, leading cross-department collaboration to implement robust controls and continuous improvement for top-tier product performance.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in quality/industrial engineering and 5–10 years of manufacturing quality experience, with proficiency in FMEA, Control Plans, PPAP, and data analysis. Mentoring, CAPA, and AFC values are essential.