Position: Quality Engineer

Job Description:

This role will not only ensure the highest quality standards are maintained across all production processes, but also take a leading role in the coordination and documentation for ISO 9001:2015 certification preparation and compliance. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with raw materials such as carbon fiber, plastic composites, and paint processes, and be adept at working within a manufacturing environment to improve product quality and process efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

· Coordinate and manage ISO documentation, including policies, procedures, and records.

· Monitor ongoing compliance with ISO standards, leading internal audits and tracking corrective actions.

· Conduct regular internal audits to ensure that all quality control processes align with ISO 9001:2015 requirements and are operating effectively.

· Administer and manage the calibration program to ensure measurement and testing equipment meet established accuracy standards.

· Collaborate with design and engineering teams to identify and implement quality improvements in product designs and manufacturing processes.

· Conduct quality inspections at various stages of production to validate compliance with customer specifications and industry standards

· Coordinate corrective and preventive actions, ensuring their effectiveness in addressing internal and customer quality concerns.

· Drive continuous improvement initiatives by applying statistical process control (SPC) and analyzing quality trends to optimize production processes.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process changes, monitor KPIs, and achieve operational efficiency.

· Actively participate in FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis) and control plan meetings to identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.

· Conduct regular quality inspections during production to ensure all customer specifications and industry standards are met.

· Address customer complaints and lead efforts to investigate and resolve quality issues using root cause analysis and problem-solving tools (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys).

· Coordinate and track internal audits to ensure quality control processes are effective and compliant.

· Maintain accurate records for quality inspections, audits, corrective actions, and calibration activities.

· Generate detailed quality reports and track performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and communicating findings to senior management.

· Develop and maintain control plans to ensure products meet quality standards throughout their lifecycle.

· Provide training and mentorship to production teams, quality inspectors, and supervisors on quality standards, inspection tools, and process improvements.

· Develop training materials focused on quality control, safety regulations, and best practices in process optimization.

· Work closely with production, engineering, and design teams to implement quality initiatives and achieve operational excellence.

· Participate in cross-functional meetings to discuss quality risks, implement mitigation strategies, and drive quality assurance goals.

· Oversee the coordination of final inspections and ensure adherence to all quality control procedures before shipment.

· Collaborate with design and engineering teams to identify quality improvements in product design and initiate necessary changes

Education:

· Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, or related fields), or equivalent technical qualification.

· Certification as an Internal Auditor (ISO 9001:2015) and Core Tools certified (e.g., FMEA, SPC, MSA, APQP, PPAP).

Experience:

· 3-5 years of experience in quality assurance or quality engineering within a manufacturing environment.

· Proven experience in quality systems (ISO 9001:2015, IATF 16949) and quality management tools (FMEA, SPC, MSA, APQP, PPAP).

· Hands-on experience with molding, plastic composites, painting processes, and materials such as carbon fiber.

· Experience with implementing ISO certification systems and maintaining quality standards across the production process.

· Proficiency in statistical analysis and the use of process control tools (e.g., Minitab, SPC software).

· Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, GD&T, and knowledge of various inspection methods.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish.

· Exceptional problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze and resolve complex quality-related issues.

· Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and lead initiatives to improve quality and operational performance.