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Quality Engineer

Evotek Recruiting

South Bend, Indiana

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Cost Analysis, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Documentation, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Internal Audit, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Organizational Skills, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Capability, Process Development, Process Flow, Process Improvement, Product Support, Product/Service Launch, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Quality Assurance, Quality Engineering, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma, Standards Strategy, Systems Analysis, Test Data, Time Management, Trend Analysis, Validation Testing, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
South Bend, Indiana
POSTED
30+ days ago

Position Overview

We are seeking a Quality Engineer to support manufacturing and engineering teams in ensuring product quality throughout development, launch, and ongoing production. This individual will play a key role in problem-solving, continuous improvement, and maintaining quality standards across internal operations and supplier networks.


Key Responsibilities

 

Product Launch & Process Development

  • Support new product introductions and manufacturing readiness
  • Develop and maintain quality documentation (e.g., process flows, risk assessments, control plans, work instructions)
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure smooth product launches and transitions into production

 

Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement

  • Lead root cause investigations related to internal and external quality concerns
  • Analyze production and testing data to identify trends, anomalies, and improvement opportunities
  • Drive corrective and preventive actions across operations and supplier base
  • Promote best practices in statistical analysis, process control, and problem-solving methodologies

 

Supplier & Customer Quality

  • Partner with suppliers and internal teams to establish quality expectations and performance metrics
  • Review and approve supplier submissions and corrective actions
  • Support customer-facing quality initiatives, including issue resolution and reporting
  • Travel as needed to support supplier or customer-related quality activities

 

Measurement & Technical Expertise

  • Serve as a subject matter expert in measurement systems, data analysis, and process capability
  • Support implementation of tolerance strategies and engineering standards
  • Ensure validation and verification methods are executed properly

 

Quality Management System (QMS)

  • Support and maintain compliance with established quality management systems and standards
  • Participate in internal audits and continuous improvement of quality processes
  • Track and analyze cost of quality metrics and drive improvement initiatives


Requirements

Core Skills & Experience

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Experience with structured quality methodologies (e.g., APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, etc.)
  • Ability to interpret technical data and make timely, informed decisions
  • Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation)
  • Experience working in a manufacturing environment (multi-process exposure preferred)
  • Familiarity with supplier quality and customer-facing issue resolution

 

Technical Knowledge

  • Understanding of quality systems, audits, and compliance frameworks
  • Experience with measurement systems, GD&T, and data-driven decision-making
  • Continuous improvement or Six Sigma experience preferred

 

Education & Background

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related field
  • 3+ years of experience in a quality or manufacturing engineering role
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners


Benefits

  • Major Medical/Dental/Vision
  • 401(k) match
  • Vacation/PTO
  • Advancement/promotional opportunities
  • Team-focused atmosphere/environment
  • Clean, organized, temperature controlled

 



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