Second-Shift Quality Engineer: Process & Product Excellence

Aegis Worldwide; Zanesville (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Aegis Worldwide is seeking a hands-on Quality Engineer to join a manufacturing team on the 2nd shift. You will troubleshoot quality issues on extrusion lines, analyze data to spot trends, and work with production operators, maintenance, and leadership to drive process improvements and reduce scrap.

The role emphasizes root cause analysis, corrective actions, and developing SOPs, with opportunities for advancement into leadership roles as you grow with the organization.

Qualifications

• Recent engineering graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Interest in quality, process improvement, and manufacturing operations.
• Willingness to learn and grow into future leadership opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Lead troubleshooting of quality and process issues on extrusion lines
• Analyze manufacturing data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement
• Investigate customer and internal quality concerns
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
• Support process optimization projects focused on productivity, scrap reduction, and product consistency
• Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and process documentation
• Work closely with production operators to improve manufacturing performance
• Support trials involving new materials, products, and equipment
• Participate in continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives
• Collaborate with quality, maintenance, production, and engineering teams

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Quality mindset

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Engineering, Polymer Engineering, or related engineering discipline

Job description

Aegis Worldwide is seeking a hands-on Quality Engineer to join a manufacturing team on the 2nd shift. You will troubleshoot quality issues on extrusion lines, analyze data to spot trends, and work with production operators, maintenance, and leadership to drive process improvements and reduce scrap.

The role emphasizes root cause analysis, corrective actions, and developing SOPs, with opportunities for advancement into leadership roles as you grow with the organization.