Senior Quality Engineer

Actalent; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering services is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer in Milwaukee. This role involves establishing quality control systems, conducting audits, and collaborating with teams to ensure product quality. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and substantial experience in manufacturing environments. Full benefits are offered, including vacation and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Vacation provided

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-6 years of experience in welding & fabrication manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge in ISO 9001 quality management systems and internal auditing.
• Experience with PDCA to drive quality improvement & problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain quality control systems to ensure product standards.
• Conduct internal and external audits to ensure compliance with ISO 9001.
• Analyze quality data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Quality control standards

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Lean Principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SOLIDWORKS

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• Establish and maintain quality control systems to ensure that products and processes conform to standards.
• Develop quality plans for major weldments and assemblies.
• Develop first article quality control and inspection plans.
• Assess the need for weld-related improvements.
• Conduct weld/fabrication product and process audits.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure product specifications and standards are met with the highest quality.
• Conduct internal and external audits to ensure compliance with internal, ISO 9001 elements, and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze quality data and identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Drive improvement through RCCM (Root Cause Counter Measure) with the team to reduce COPQ (Cost of Poor Quality).
• Ensure timely disposition of all non-conforming issues.
• Develop and grow talent for direct reports in alignment with the company's culture.
• Contribute to building and maintaining a positive team environment.
• Support ME/IE, Engineering, and warranty in failure analysis activities of OE product.
• Develop and maintain documentation related to quality processes and procedures.
  
  
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related Engineering field.
• Minimum 5-6 years of experience in welding & fabrication manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of quality control standards, techniques, and tools.
• Strong knowledge in ISO 9001 quality management systems and internal auditing.
• Experience with PDCA to drive quality improvement & problem-solving.
• Knowledge of Lean Principles & improvements.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience developing and growing direct reports.
  
  

Job Description: Sr. Quality Engineer

• Establish and maintain quality control systems to ensure that products and processes conform to standards.
• Develop quality plans for major weldments and assemblies.
• Develop first article quality control and inspection plans.
• Assess the need for weld-related improvements.
• Conduct weld/fabrication product and process audits.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure product specifications and standards are met with the highest quality.
• Conduct internal and external audits to ensure compliance with internal, ISO 9001 elements, and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze quality data and identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Drive improvement through RCCM (Root Cause Counter Measure) with the team to reduce COPQ (Cost of Poor Quality).
• Ensure timely disposition of all non-conforming issues.
• Develop and grow talent for direct reports in alignment with the company's culture.
• Contribute to building and maintaining a positive team environment.
• Support ME/IE, Engineering, and warranty in failure analysis activities of OE product.
• Develop and maintain documentation related to quality processes and procedures.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related Engineering field.
• Minimum 5-6 years of experience in welding & fabrication manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of quality control standards, techniques, and tools.
• Strong knowledge in ISO 9001 quality management systems and internal auditing.
• Experience with PDCA to drive quality improvement & problem-solving.
• Knowledge of Lean Principles & improvements.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience developing and growing direct reports.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• CWI, MT, PT certification will be highly desirable.
• Knowledge in heat treatment, machining, and mechanical assembly is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment utilizing APQP, Control Plan & PFMEA.
• Working experience with SOLIDWORKS/SOLIDWORKS Inspection is a plus.
• A proactive, detail-oriented individual with a strong commitment to excellence and a passion for driving continuous improvement.
  
  

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Full benefits offered - health, dental, vision, 401K, etc. Also, vacation will be provided. On top of vacation, the company is shutdown between Christmas and New Years, providing an extra week of vacation.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 31, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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