Quality/Test Engineer 2

EPITEC; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

EPITEC is seeking a hands-on Quality/Test Engineer for a 12-month, onsite role in Decatur, IL. You’ll work closely with manufacturing teams to address quality issues, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement on the shop floor.

The position requires 2+ years in manufacturing quality, strong problem-solving with 8D/Six Sigma, and proficiency with Microsoft Office 365. Bachelor’s preferred; associate with experience considered. First shift, local candidate.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant manufacturing/quality experience.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Associate degree with 5 years of relevant experience may be considered.
• Relevant manufacturing floor internship experience may count toward experience.
• Working knowledge of quality standards and manufacturing operations.
• Experience applying 8D or similar structured problem‑solving methodologies.
• Knowledge of engineering, design, manufacturing, and maintenance processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to influence teams and drive continuous improvement.
• Strong Microsoft Office 365 skills with an analytical mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead emergency, interim, and permanent corrective actions for internal and customer quality issues
• Perform inspections, containment activities, and RCCA
• Apply 8D, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving techniques to manufacturing quality issues
• Lead quality improvement and continuous improvement projects
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, factory quality teams, and internal/external customers
• Serve as a liaison between machine plants and component manufacturing facilities
• Analyze quality data and communicate findings to cross-functional teams
• Support Built-in Quality initiatives and drive compliance with quality standards
• Utilize Microsoft Office 365 tools for analysis, reporting, and project activities

Skills

Manufacturing quality

8D problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

MS Office 365

Communication

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree with experience

Tools

Six Sigma

8D methodology

Job description

MUST BE A LOCAL CANDIDATE

We’re hiring a Quality/Test Engineer for a 12-month, full-time onsite opportunity in Decatur, IL. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with manufacturing teams, solving quality issues, and driving continuous improvement.

Pay: $33 - $36 an hr

Location: Decatur, IL

Schedule: First Shift

Duration: 12 months

What You’ll Do

• Lead emergency, interim, and permanent corrective actions for internal and customer quality issues
• Perform inspections, containment activities, and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA)
• Apply 8D, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving techniques to manufacturing quality issues
• Lead quality improvement and continuous improvement projects
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, factory quality teams, and internal/external customers
• Serve as a liaison between machine plants and component manufacturing facilities
• Analyze quality data and communicate findings to cross-functional teams
• Support Built-in Quality initiatives and drive compliance with quality standards
• Utilize Microsoft Office 365 tools for analysis, reporting, and project activities

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant manufacturing/quality experience
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Associate degree with 5 years of relevant experience may be considered
• Relevant manufacturing floor/shop floor internship experience may count toward experience
• Working knowledge of quality standards and manufacturing operations
• Experience applying 8D or similar structured problem‑solving methodologies
• Knowledge of engineering, design, manufacturing, and maintenance processes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to influence teams and drive continuous improvement
• Strong Microsoft Office 365 skills with an analytical mindset