Shop Floor Quality Engineer: Problem Solver & Prevention

Katalyst CRO

Lafayette (IN)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Job summary

Katalyst CRO is seeking a Quality Engineer to identify defects on the shop floor, document issues, and drive corrective actions across production lines. You will perform root cause analysis using structured problem-solving techniques and communicate findings to stakeholders.

Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to ensure timely resolution and prevent recurrence. You should be comfortable working on the shop floor, supporting best practices for defect prevention, variation

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, or a related field.
  • 0-7 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or quality engineering.
  • Familiarity with quality tools like root cause analysis, 5 Why, and Fishbone diagrams.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and document defects on the shop floor and trace similar issues in previously built units.
  • Collect, analyze, and communicate non-conformance data effectively.
  • Perform root cause analysis and investigate quality issues using structured problem-solving techniques.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely resolution of quality concerns.
  • Proactive approach toward defect prevention and quality improvement.
  • Support implementation of best practices focused on defect prevention, variation reduction, and waste elimination.

Skills

Communication with stakeholders
Documentation of problems
Cross-functional collaboration
Analytical problem-solving
Shop floor readiness

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering
Master's in Engineering

Tools

Root Cause Analysis
Five Whys
Fishbone Diagram

Job description

Katalyst CRO is seeking a Quality Engineer to identify defects on the shop floor, document issues, and drive corrective actions across production lines. You will perform root cause analysis using structured problem-solving techniques and communicate findings to stakeholders.

Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to ensure timely resolution and prevent recurrence. You should be comfortable working on the shop floor, supporting best practices for defect prevention, variation

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