Sr. Quality Engineer

Milwaukee Succeeds; Town of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Profit-Sharing Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Development and Growth opportunities

Casual work environment

Job summary

J.W. Speaker is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to drive product and process quality across manufacturing operations. You will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to meet internal standards, customer expectations, and regulatory requirements.

Your role emphasizes continuous improvement from floor to customer interactions. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in quality engineering, a Bachelor's in Engineering, and CQE preferred, with strong ISO 9000/IATF

Qualifications

• 7+ years of quality engineering experience in a highly engineered manufacturing environment.
• BS in Engineering preferred; ASQ CQE certification is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9000 and IATF standards and quality tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve quality requirements across manufacturing zones.
• Identify, develop, and implement quality control methodologies for conformity.
• Coach and implement corrective actions in key areas.
• Support deployment of Process Core Tools (Dynamic Control Plans, FMEA).
• Mentor personnel in use of Core Tools and drive accountability.
• Build team involvement and ownership across functions.
• Maintain relationships with customers on quality issues and audits.

Skills

Quality engineering

Statistical analysis

GD&T

Metrology

CMM practices

Core Tools

Customer relations

Mentoring

Root cause

ISO 9000/IATF

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

FMEA

Control Plans

Job description

ABOUT THE POSITION

You'll play a key role in driving product and process quality across J.W. Speaker's manufacturing operations, ensuring our products meet internal standards, customer expectations, and regulatory requirements. You'll collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to strengthen quality processes, resolve complex issues, and support successful new product launches. From the production floor to direct customer interactions, you'll use your technical expertise and continuous improvement mindset to drive lasting quality improvements.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE

You'll bring 7+ years of quality engineering experience, preferably within automotive, aerospace, or another highly engineered manufacturing environment. A bachelor's degree in Engineering is highly preferred, along with ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification. You have a strong understanding of ISO 9000 and IATF standards, quality Core Tools, and corrective action methodologies, with experience supporting regulatory compliance.

You're comfortable using statistical analysis tools, interpreting technical requirements, and applying your knowledge of GD&T, metrology, and CMM practices. Beyond your technical expertise, you're a collaborative problem-solver who can build strong customer relationships, mentor others, and drive accountability across teams.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

You will INNOVATE by

• Developing, maintaining, and improving the J.W. Speaker quality requirements and standards; ensuring flow-down and compliance in all Zones including Molding, SMT, and Assembly.
• Assisting in identification, development, and implementation of effective quality control methodologies required to ensure process and product conformity.
• Coaching, driving, and implementing corrective action efforts in key areas.
• Supporting development and deployment of Process Core Tools (Dynamic Control Plans, FMEA, etc.)
• Mentoring and training key personnel in proper use of Core Tools.
• Building the team by raising level of involvement, responsibility, and accountability.

You will PERFORM by

• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements (product-related) including participation in external agency audits, CoP Control Plan development and maintenance, record-keeping, and follow-up where required.
• Managing, monitoring, and maintaining customer portal requirements including metrics, CCAR, and ECN.
• Developing and maintaining direct relationships with customers regarding quality issues.
• Interfacing with OEM customers for J.W. Speaker product related issues.
• Potentially overseeing quality techs for daily receiving inspection, final inspection, and NCM disposition execution.

You will EXPLORE by

• Working with NPD, manufacturing engineering, and operations to ensure flawless new product launch.
• Conducting ongoing review, analysis, and reporting of key customer metrics including PPM, Out-of-Box failures and Warranty failures.; recommending improvement efforts based on trend data.
• Supporting reviewing and implementation of customer-specific requirements relating to product conformity; recommending methods to improve processes and products to better meet requirements.

We offer competitive wages and the following great benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Short term & Long-term disability insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Paid time off, including Vacation, Sick & Personal Time, and 11 paid Holidays
• Generous Profit-Sharing Plan
• Tuition reimbursement & Scholarships
• Development and Growth opportunities
• Casual work environment for all associates
• And many more!

Qualifications

Education Bachelors of Engineering (preferred)

Experience 7 years: Quality Engineering related experience (required)

Licenses & Certifications Cert. Quality Engineer (preferred)

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