Quality Engineer – Process Improvement & NPI

Allparts, Inc.; Madison (IN); On-site; USD 69,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Dorman Products is seeking a Quality Engineer in Madison, IN to lead QA and process improvement initiatives across design, pilot builds, and production. The role emphasizes data-driven quality assurance, CAPA, and collaboration with engineering and suppliers to prevent issues and improve product quality.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of quality engineering experience, strong knowledge of 8D, FMEA, Six Sigma, SPC, and root-cause analysis, and proven leadership in cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of quality engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• ASQ CQE and/or Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred.
• Experience with quality systems, supplier quality, and new product introduction processes.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of quality tools including: 8D Problem Solving, FMEA, Six Sigma Methodologies, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Root Cause Analysis, Control Plans, APQP and PPAP
• Ability to analyze complex data and develop effective solutions.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across departments and with suppliers.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel for data analysis.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Quality Assurance & Process Improvement: Review, measure, analyze, and evaluate current and new product designs, prototypes, pilot builds, and production samples.
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality standards, inspection procedures, and process controls.
• Work closely with Production, Engineering, and Suppliers to prevent quality issues and drive continuous improvement across all operations.
• Establish and maintain in-process inspection criteria and Built-in-Quality production methods.
• Support manufacturing teams in improving process capability, efficiency, and product quality.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Collect, analyze, interpret, and summarize quality data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare quality reports, performance metrics, dashboards, and management review presentations.
• Monitor key quality indicators including scrap, defects, warranty claims, returns, customer complaints, and process performance.
• Utilize statistical tools and data analysis techniques to support continuous improvement efforts.
• New Product Introduction (NPI): Support new product launches by defining quality requirements and validating manufacturing processes.
• Participate in pilot builds, tryouts, and product validation activities.
• Ensure quality standards and inspection methods are established before production launch.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to identify and mitigate quality risks during development.
• Leadership & Training: Lead and facilitate cross-functional teams to resolve complex quality and manufacturing issues.
• Mentor and train operators, technicians, and production personnel on quality systems, inspection methods, and best practices.
• Promote a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
• Effectively communicate quality concerns, solutions, and project updates to all levels of the organization.

Skills

8D Problem Solving

FMEA

Six Sigma

SPC

Root Cause Analysis

Control Plans

APQP

PPAP

Leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Excel for data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

ASQ CQE

Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt

Tools

Excel

Job description

Dorman Products is seeking a Quality Engineer in Madison, IN to lead QA and process improvement initiatives across design, pilot builds, and production. The role emphasizes data-driven quality assurance, CAPA, and collaboration with engineering and suppliers to prevent issues and improve product quality.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of quality engineering experience, strong knowledge of 8D, FMEA, Six Sigma, SPC, and root-cause analysis, and proven leadership in cross-functional teams.