Quality Engineer - Process & Continuous Improvement

Mpp; Saint Marys (Elk County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mpp in Saint Marys, PA is seeking a Quality Engineer to support the plant’s QA processes, including inspection systems and continuous improvement. You’ll help maintain the QMS and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure conformance to standards.

Responsibilities include leading 8D and CAPA investigations, reviewing engineering prints, and participating in APQP/NPI activities. You will monitor quality metrics, train staff, and support audits with suppliers and customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science, with at least 2 years in quality or manufacturing engineering.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Minitab or similar statistics software.
• Experience with CAD, PC-DMIS, Plex and metrology equipment is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work cross-functionally.
• Knowledge of measurement systems, SPC, statistics, and basic metallurgy.

Responsibilities

• Support development and maintenance of process controls, inspection plans, and quality standards.
• Lead 8D, CAPA, and root cause investigations.
• Review engineering prints and specifications to ensure customer requirements.
• Participate in APQP/NPI activities, including FMEA, control plans, and PPAP.
• Monitor quality metrics using data collection and statistical analysis (SPC, DOE).
• Train personnel in quality tools and systems (root cause analysis, SPC, CMM usage).
• Interface with customers to resolve concerns and assist audits.
• Conduct internal and external audits per ISO 9001 and other standards.
• Support supplier quality activities including audits and RMAs.
• Assist MRB processes and nonconforming product investigations.
• Develop inspection methods and gaging requirements for products.
• Contribute to Lean and 6S initiatives, cost reduction projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

SPC

DOE

APQP

FMEA

PPAP

CAD

Minitab

Metrology

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science

Associate degree with experience acceptable

Tools

CAD

PC-DMIS

Plex

Minitab

Job description

Mpp in Saint Marys, PA is seeking a Quality Engineer to support the plant’s QA processes, including inspection systems and continuous improvement. You’ll help maintain the QMS and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure conformance to standards.

Responsibilities include leading 8D and CAPA investigations, reviewing engineering prints, and participating in APQP/NPI activities. You will monitor quality metrics, train staff, and support audits with suppliers and customers.