Senior Quality Engineer

Hitchiner Manufacturing; Milford (NH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitchiner Manufacturing in Milford, NH is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to drive product quality, process capability, and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations. You will partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Suppliers, and Customers to ensure products meet stringent requirements across the production lifecycle.

You will lead quality assurance activities, audits, and data analysis to reduce defects and strengthen quality systems, with a focus on ISO standards and Six Sigma

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 4–10 years of experience in quality, manufacturing, or process engineering.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO/TS16949, AS910.
• Strong communication, organization, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and statistical tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections for final product and incoming materials and maintain required documentation.
• Perform internal and supplier audits aligned with ISO 9001, ISO/TS16949, AS9100.
• Manage nonconforming material and determine disposition (rework, deviation, scrap).
• Prepare customer approval packages including PPAP, MRB, and first article documentation.
• Lead Six Sigma initiatives and structured problem solving (8D preferred).
• Interpret engineering drawings, specs, and engineering changes; liaison between teams.
• Train junior staff on quality tools and processes; model safety and workplace standards.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

MS Office proficiency

Statistical tools

Technical modeling

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Senior Quality Engineer will drive product quality, process capability, and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations. Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Suppliers, and Customers to ensure products meet stringent requirements while improving efficiency, reducing defects, and strengthening quality systems.

What You’ll Do

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Conduct inspections for final product and incoming materials; maintain required customer and regulatory documentation
• Perform internal and supplier audits aligned with ISO 9001, ISO/TS16949, and AS9100
• Manage nonconforming material and determine appropriate disposition (rework, deviation, scrap)
• Prepare customer approval packages including PPAP, MRB, and first article documentation

Continuous Improvement & Data Analysis

• Support Six Sigma initiatives and corrective actions with structured problem‑solving (8D preferred)
• Execute statistical analysis including MSA, capability studies, DOE, SPC, PFMEA, and control plans
• Reduce scrap and rework by identifying root causes and improving process capability
• Optimize manufacturing processes through equipment specification, method improvements, and new process introduction

Supplier Quality & Collaboration

• Audit and develop suppliers to ensure product and facility compliance
• Maintain supplier performance metrics in partnership with Purchasing
• Define incoming inspection requirements and ensure corrective actions for purchased materials

Engineering & Technical Leadership

• Interpret engineering requirements including drawings, PO specs, and engineering changes
• Serve as technical liaison between Production Planning, Engineering, and customers
• Lead targeted improvement projects to enhance product quality and process performance
• Perform industrial engineering tasks such as method studies, time standards, and equipment/tooling specifications

Team & Workplace Standards

• Train junior technical staff on quality tools and processes
• Model safety and conduct standards and maintain a clean, organized work environment
• Support additional duties as needed

Who You Are

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree
• 4–10 years of experience in quality, manufacturing, or process engineering
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO/TS16949, AS910
• Strong communication, organization, and analytical skills
• Proficiency in MS Office, statistical tools, and technical modeling

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. The company reserves the right to change job duties at any time.

Hitchiner Manufacturing is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.