Quality Manufacturing Engineer

Cadigy Inc; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Cadigy Inc. is seeking a Quality Engineer to manage quality-related issues across the manufacturing team and drive root-cause analysis and corrective actions. You will ensure compliance with the Quality Management System and help train staff on quality practices.

The role requires 5+ years in electro-mechanical manufacturing, strong problem-solving skills, and proficiency with quality tools and documentation. On-site position in San Jose, CA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree as stated.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing quality engineering or similar role.
• 5+ years of experience in electro-mechanical manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems (ISO 9001, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing).

Responsibilities

• Manage all quality-related issues within the manufacturing team (internal, supplier, customer, and warranty).
• Identify root cause and instigate permanent corrective actions for product quality issues.
• Ensure compliance and assist with adherence to the Quality Management system.
• Assist with training of quality awareness.
• Design and implement methods for inspecting, testing and evaluating product accuracy.
• Develop standards and methods for inspection and testing on sub-systems and system integration.
• Devises sampling procedures and develops control plans and instructions for recording, evaluating and reporting quality.
• Develop and implement methods for disposition of discrepant material and assess cost/responsibility.
• Conduct root cause analysis and resolve quality issues to prevent recurrence.
• Collaborate with production teams to identify process improvements and efficiency.
• Perform regular audits of manufacturing operations for compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Compile and write training material and conduct training on quality control and assurance.
• Support Manufacturing Engineers and Program Managers with customer interfaces on quality issues.
• Assist with developing and maintaining quality standards for processing materials into finished products.
• Provide liaison to regulatory bodies.
• Analyze reports and returned products and recommend corrective action.
• Participate in supplier quality management and supplier audits.

Skills

Quality engineering

Statistical analysis

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, or related field

Job description

Description

• Manage all quality-related issues within the manufacturing team (e.g. internal, supplier, customer and customer warranty).
• Identify root cause and instigate permanent corrective actions for product quality issues.
• Ensure compliance and assist with adherence to the Quality Management system.
• Assist with training of quality awareness.
• Designs and implements methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and/or components.
• Develops and initiates standards and methods for inspection, testing and evaluation on sub-system and system integration.
• Devises sampling procedures and designs and develops control plans and instructions for recording, evaluating and reporting quality.
• Develops and implements methods and procedures for disposition of discrepant material and devises methods to assess cost and responsibility.
• Conduct root cause analysis and resolve quality issues to prevent recurrence.
• Collaborate with production teams to identify areas for process improvement and efficiency.
• Perform regular audits of manufacturing operations to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Compiles and writes training material and conducts training sessions on quality control and assurance activities.
• Supports Manufacturing Engineers and Program Managers with customer interfaces as necessary on quality related issues.
• Assist with developing, applying, revising and maintaining quality standards for processing materials into partially finished or finished products.
• Provides liaison to various regulatory bodies.
• Analyses reports and returned products and recommends corrective action.
• Participate in supplier quality management and supplier audits as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, or a related field.
• Proven experience in manufacturing quality engineering or a similar role.
• 5+ years of experience in Quality Engineer or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in electro-mechanical manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems (ISO 9001, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with quality tools.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and process documentation.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge of the organization’s product.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle stress.
• Hands-on experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and testing methodologies.
• In-depth understanding of technical documentation.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis.
• Great attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.