Sr Staff MFG Quality Engineer

ZT Group Intl, Inc. dba ZT Systems; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 116,250 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Paid time off

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

ZT Group Intl, Inc. dba ZT Systems is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineer focused on New Product Introduction (NPI) to ensure quality compliance in the manufacturing process. The role involves supporting test and assembly teams, investigating quality issues, and leading audits of new products.

The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in a relevant manufacturing environment, combined with strong problem-solving skills and proficiency in Six Sigma tools. A bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline is required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience in high-mix, medium-volume hardware manufacturing environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience coaching engineers and technicians.

Responsibilities

• Support System Test and assembly teams in quality investigation.
• Investigate causes of non-conformance issues.
• Lead pilot build audits for new SKUs.

Skills

Project management using Six Sigma

Quality auditing for ISO 9001

Problem-solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Data visualization tools

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering discipline

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Minitab

Job description

About The Role

The NPI-focused Manufacturing Quality Engineer provides oversight and guidance in manufacturing operations. They coach manufacturing personnel on proper compliance and empower them to identify and upscale quality issues, to ensure quality products. Our Manufacturing Quality Engineers play a part in the design of our products, but also ensure that our process is as efficient as possible.

What You Will Do

• Support System Test teams and assembly teams in quality issue investigation and solutions development for NPI builds.


• Investigate and document causes of non-conformance issues in the Quality Incident Report Database and drive/implement corrective actions with supplier quality engineering.


• Create quality and process alerts to drive corrective actions and train employees.


• Lead pilot build audits for new SKUs to identify risks and drive improvement actions with New Product Introduction (NPI) and Manufacturing Engineering teams.


• Develop, implement, and maintain quality Control Plans and inspection strategies for new SKUs, ensuring effective in-process and final inspection requirements.


• Create inspection SOPs with checkpoints based on critical-to-quality requirements.


• Participate in DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and PFMEA reviews for NPI SKUs.


• Drive improvements in assembly processes to reduce workmanship errors through established Root Cause Corrective Action methodologies.


• Monitor Quality KPIs for test and assembly process areas and ensure that processes remain in control.


• Participate in LEAN initiative and engage Six Sigma tools for process improvements.


• Create and maintain QMS documentation for production and warehouse processes.


• Support the manufacturing and warehouse teams during customer audits.

What You Bring

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Experience managing projects using Six Sigma tools and techniques.


• Experience in quality auditing for ISO 9001 or equivalent standards.


• Demonstrated experience in analyzing and solving complex problems.


• Experience coaching engineers and technicians in problem solving.


• Rigorous engineering and leadership skills.


• Experience effectively working with cross‑functional teams and executive management to achieve measurable results.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Word).


• Familiarity with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and data analysis software (Minitab).


• Proven ability to perform effectively in a demanding environment with changing workload and deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or other Engineering discipline; advanced degree preferred.


• 8+ years experience in a high‑mix, medium‑volume hardware manufacturing environment preferred.

Compensation

Base salary: $116,250 – $155,000, dependent on experience and qualifications. Additional compensation may include bonus, paid time off, 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, wellbeing resources, etc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ZT Group Int’l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ZT Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. All offers of employment are conditional upon the preceding requirements.