Senior Quality Engineer

Standex International; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Standex International is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to lead quality initiatives across manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain. You will drive CAPA, audits, and continuous improvement to ensure products meet customer requirements and regulatory standards.

The role requires hands-on quality engineering leadership, strong documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and qualify suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field required.
• Progressive quality engineering experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems and industry standards (AS9100, ISO 14001).
• Experience with GD&T, metrology tools, and SPC/MSA methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and improvement of quality assurance processes and QMS to meet customer specs and regulatory requirements.
• Own root-cause analysis and CAPA to prevent recurring defects.
• Lead cross-functional investigations of failures and non-conformances.
• Analyze quality metrics and trends to identify risks and improvement opportunities.
• Develop and maintain SPC methods to improve process capability and product consistency.
• Drive lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives across operations.
• Collaborate with Engineering during NPD, validation, and manufacturing transfers.
• Review drawings, control plans, PFMEAs, and inspection plans for quality integration.

Skills

Quality engineering

AS9100 knowledge

GD&T proficiency

ERP/MRP systems

Excel for analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

CMMs

Calipers

Micrometers

Hardness testers

Job description

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the Quality Manager, the Senior Quality Engineer is responsible for leading quality engineering initiatives that ensure products consistently meet customer requirements, regulatory standards, and company quality objectives throughout the manufacturing process. This role provides technical leadership in quality systems, problem-solving, continuous improvement, and process optimization while serving as a key resource to Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Operations. The Senior Quality Engineer drives proactive quality improvements, mentors team members, and supports the organization’s operational excellence initiatives.

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of quality assurance processes, procedures, inspection methods, and quality management systems to ensure compliance with customer specifications, regulatory requirements, and industry standards
• Serve as the technical lead for complex quality issues by conducting root cause analysis and implementing effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to eliminate recurring defects
• Lead cross-functional investigations involving product failures, customer complaints, supplier quality concerns, and internal non-conformances
• Analyze quality metrics, process capability, and manufacturing trends to identify risks, prioritize improvement opportunities, and present recommendations to leadership
• Develop, implement, and maintain Statistical Process Control (SPC) methodologies and other advanced quality tools to improve process capability and product consistency
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other operational excellence methodologies
• Partner with Engineering during new product development (NPD), process validation, design changes, and manufacturing transfers to ensure robust quality planning
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, control plans, PFMEAs, process flow diagrams, and inspection plans to ensure quality requirements are effectively incorporated
• Lead internal quality audits and support customers, suppliers, and third-party certification audits, including AS9100 and ISO 14001
• Support supplier qualification, performance monitoring, supplier audits, and corrective action activities to improve supplier quality performance
• Evaluate inspection methods, measurement systems, and testing equipment to improve accuracy and efficiency, including support of Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and Gauge R&R activities
• Ensure compliance with all applicable quality standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Maintain accurate quality documentation and records within ERP/MRP systems
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while adhering to all safety and quality procedures
• Attending meetings and trainings as assigned
• Complete projects as assigned

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the Quality Manager, the Senior Quality Engineer is responsible for leading quality engineering initiatives that ensure products consistently meet customer requirements, regulatory standards, and company quality objectives throughout the manufacturing process. This role provides technical leadership in quality systems, problem-solving, continuous improvement, and process optimization while serving as a key resource to Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Operations. The Senior Quality Engineer drives proactive quality improvements, mentors team members, and supports the organization’s operational excellence initiatives.

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of quality assurance processes, procedures, inspection methods, and quality management systems to ensure compliance with customer specifications, regulatory requirements, and industry standards
• Serve as the technical lead for complex quality issues by conducting root cause analysis and implementing effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to eliminate recurring defects
• Lead cross-functional investigations involving product failures, customer complaints, supplier quality concerns, and internal non-conformances
• Analyze quality metrics, process capability, and manufacturing trends to identify risks, prioritize improvement opportunities, and present recommendations to leadership
• Develop, implement, and maintain Statistical Process Control (SPC) methodologies and other advanced quality tools to improve process capability and product consistency
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other operational excellence methodologies
• Partner with Engineering during new product development (NPD), process validation, design changes, and manufacturing transfers to ensure robust quality planning
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, control plans, PFMEAs, process flow diagrams, and inspection plans to ensure quality requirements are effectively incorporated
• Lead internal quality audits and support customers, suppliers, and third-party certification audits, including AS9100 and ISO 14001
• Support supplier qualification, performance monitoring, supplier audits, and corrective action activities to improve supplier quality performance
• Evaluate inspection methods, measurement systems, and testing equipment to improve accuracy and efficiency, including support of Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and Gauge R&R activities
• Ensure compliance with all applicable quality standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Maintain accurate quality documentation and records within ERP/MRP systems
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while adhering to all safety and quality procedures
• Attending meetings and trainings as assigned
• Complete projects as assigned

Team Responsibilities

• Provide necessary support to both facilities as needed
• Serve as a technical mentor and subject matter expert for Quality Engineers, Quality Technicians, Inspectors, and manufacturing team members
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Materials, and Operations to proactively improve product quality and manufacturing performance
• Maintain a strong daily presence on the manufacturing floor to support production, resolve quality concerns, and drive continuous improvement
• Support quality initiatives and audits across multiple facilities as required
• Lead or facilitate cross-functional improvement teams and quality-focused projects

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field required
• 5–8+ years of progressive quality engineering experience within a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated experience leading quality improvement initiatives and solving complex manufacturing quality challenges.
• Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems and industry standards including AS9100, ISO 14001, and customer-specific requirements.
• Advanced knowledge of quality methodologies including
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and manufacturing documentation
• Proficiency with precision inspection equipment including calipers, micrometers, CMMs (preferred), hardness testers, and other metrology tools
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems; Epicor experience preferred
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for statistical analysis and reporting.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) is preferred
• Reliable transportation
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism when interacting with clients & vendors
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships
• Ability to effectively manage time, multi-task, and pay close attention to details
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Regularly required to move, sit, and bend for various hours throughout the day