Highlights
Lead root cause analysis activities and partner with production, engineering, and operations teams on problem-solving initiatives. Our client is a well-established manufacturing organization known for engineering high-performance products used in critical industrial applications.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Portland, ME |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $85,000–$100,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://www.michaelpage.ca/ |
Description
Quality Engineer
Own customer-facing quality initiatives with global impact. Drive process improvements in a growing manufacturing environment.
About Our Client
Our client is a well-established manufacturing organization known for engineering high-performance products used in critical industrial applications. They offer a collaborative environment where employees have direct influence on quality, operations, and customer satisfaction while contributing to continuous growth and innovation.
Job Description
Serve as the primary point of contact for customer quality concerns, driving investigations through resolution. Manage customer complaints, communicate progress updates, and implement effective corrective actions. Lead root cause analysis activities and partner with production, engineering, and operations teams on problem-solving initiatives. Analyze quality data and performance trends to identify opportunities for improvement and prevent recurring issues. Review, evaluate, and disposition non-conforming materials and products using statistical and analytical methodologies. Support APQP, PPAP, and new product development activities by providing quality expertise and guidance. Conduct internal audits and participate in supplier quality improvement initiatives. Develop and implement process improvements that enhance product quality, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Prepare and present technical reports, quality metrics, corrective action plans, and performance updates to stakeholders. Support customer, supplier, and third-party audits while ensuring compliance with quality management systems. Educate and mentor cross-functional teams on quality methodologies, best practices, and industry standards. Travel periodically to customer and supplier locations to support audits, investigations, and corrective actions.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline. 2+ years of experience in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related role. Experience managing customer quality complaints and driving corrective actions to closure. Strong root cause analysis, problem-solving, and data analysis skills. Ability to communicate effectively with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. Experience utilizing quality tools and methodologies within a manufacturing environment. Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and other quality core tools preferred. Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies is highly desirable. Experience supporting ISO 9001 quality systems; IATF 16949 experience is a plus. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and quality reporting systems. Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with occasional travel requirements.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary ranging from $80,000 to $100,000. Permanent position with opportunities for professional growth. Competitive salary range of $81,000 - $100,000 plus comprehensive benefits. High-visibility position with direct customer interaction and business impact. Opportunity to lead quality improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations. Exposure to advanced engineering and quality systems including APQP, PPAP, Lean, and Six Sigma. Collaborative culture that encourages professional growth, continuous improvement, and career advancement.
Job Summary
Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector: Quality, Technical
Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing
Where: Portland
Contract Type: Permanent
Consultant Name: Kyle Perry
Job Reference: JN-092026-7105413
About Company
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job.
In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas:
Banking and financial services
Digital and e-commerce
Engineering and manufacturing
Finance and accounting
Human resources
Information technology
Marketing
Oil and gas
Procurement and supply chain
Property and construction
Sales
An Established Brand
The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry.
A Market Leader
The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world.
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