Senior Quality Engineer

Hengstler-Gmbh; Elizabethtown (NC); On-site; USD 83,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Hengstler, located in Elizabethtown, NC, seeks a Quality professional responsible for internal and external quality in the assigned area, including audits, supplier quality, and data tools management. Reports to the site Quality Manager and supports new product development tasks for quality and series release.

Primary responsibilities include QA strategy, KPI reporting, cross-functional collaboration, and leadership of QA Inspectors/Technicians.

Qualifications

• BS degree in a technical discipline; engineering preferred.
• 6+ years related experience in quality engineering.
• Lean manufacturing experience required.
• Experience with ISO 9001 quality systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead QA initiatives and define QA strategies to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Organize and execute internal process and product audits; drive corrective actions.
• Manage supplier quality and validate root causes with corrective actions.
• Provide QA leadership to cross-functional teams (product management, production, development, operations).
• Develop and maintain quality plans and qualification matrices for products and launches.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Lean Manufacturing

ISO 9001

Audits

Leadership

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

MS Access

Job description

Elizabethtown, NC, United StatesLOCATION: Elizabethtown, NCPOSITION SUMMARY:Reports to the site Quality Manager and is responsible for internal and external quality in the assigned area of responsibility (cells, value streams). Focuses on quality of internal products, but also supports new product development projects through ownership of project tasks relevant for quality, and management of the project up to series release. Organizes and executes internal process and product audits and drives resulting actions to continuously improve product quality and quality management standards. Tracks and manages supplier quality. Supervises assignments and timesheets for Quality Inspectors/Technicians in the Pre-Production and other areas. Manages, modifies and improves current in-house developed data management tools (Access databases, etc.) and develops new tools as needed.Primary Responsibilities• Leading quality assurance initiatives, defining QA strategies, and establishing test methodologies to ensure high-quality deliverables• Providing guidance and mentorship to Quality Engineers, fostering a culture of quality within the team• Generation and reporting of quality KPIs (both internal and external)• Working closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, production, development, and operations, to align quality objectives and ensure a shared understanding of requirements• Planning and execution of internal process and product audits• Defining actions or countermeasures arising from such internal audits, and ensuring their timely implementation• Management and execution of external audits as needed• Participation in project teams as needed, specifically to represent quality management interests• Developing and maintaining quality plan for existing and new products, in collaboration with operations team and/or project teams• Participating in the creation of qualification test matrices in preparation of product launches• Leading or participating in pilot runs, follow up of resulting action lists• Product releases / serial releases (including PAPP if requested by relevant customers)• Leading and coordinating efforts to address quality problems (e.g. customer call-backs, customer or supplier reclamations, significant production issues)• Planning and executing in-process quality control tests, align resulting actions with operations leadership, follow up actions• Validation and approval of supplier FAIs• Diagnosis of customer reclamations, definition of countermeasures, handling of relevant communication and reporting in the appropriate or required formats (e.g. 8D)• Validation and maintenance of testing equipment, in collaboration with Industrial, Test or Manufacturing Engineering team• Supervise Quality Technicians, manage associate hours, performance, and development• Assist Supply Chain in developing and executing processes to both effectively qualify new and exit risky suppliers• Assist in developing DFMEA and PFMEA for manufacturing processes and new products.• Provide Quality leadership to the manufacturing team to ensure customer and quality expectations are met• Develop APQP, ISIR, in support of manufacturing• Assist in the completion and closure of product non-conformance reports• Provide documentation of root cause and corrective actions for customer complaints involving supplier non conformances• Managing the Material Review Board (MRB) area for the assigned section of the facilityQualificationsEducation Requirement:• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in a Technical discipline; Engineering discipline from a four-year University preferred.Required Experience:• 6+ years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.• Advanced complex problem-solving capability and experience.• Experience in managing technical personnel and complex activities.• Lean Manufacturing experience required.• Experience with machining centers and molding operations.Desired Experience:· 6-10 yrs. relevant Quality Engineering (or closely related) experience.· Working knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems and processes.· Demonstrated ability to simplify complex information and prepare executive summaries.· Proven ability to prioritize and communicate workload.· Excellent organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal.#LI-RG1Ralliant Corporation OverviewRalliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we're building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.About HengstlerHengstler is a leading European manufacturer of industrial components for counting and control applications. We supply customers from the most diverse industries, such as automation, mechanical engineering, medical technology and drive technology.For over 170 years we have been known worldwide for our many years of experience and competent service, broad application know-how and high flexibility resulting from a large number of product variants and solutions.We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at [e-mail] RangeThe salary range for this position (in local currency) is 83400.00-155000.00