Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer – New Product Introduction (NPI)
Job Purpose
The Quality Engineer is responsible for supporting
New Product Introduction (NPI)
activities
and serving as a
customer-facing quality representative
throughout product development and production launch.
This role leads and applies
Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)
to ensure products and processes meet customer, regulatory, and internal requirements prior
to release to production.
The Quality Engineer owns the development and execution of
Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
deliverables and partners cross‑functionally to ensure a smooth transition from development into full‑rate manufacturing.
This position reports to the
Site Quality Manager
.
Strong skills in the following:
NPI experience
APQP experience
PFMEA creation
Control plan creation
PPAP creation
Print analysis
This position is located in Hartford Wisconsin with NO Sponsorships or Relocation assistance at this time.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
(Other duties may be assigned)
New Product Introduction & Customer Quality
Lead quality activities for New Product Introduction (NPI) using
APQP methodology
.
Serve as the primary
quality interface with customers
during development, qualification, and product approval.
Plan, develop, and submit
PPAP documentation
, including:
PFMEA review and approval
Control Plan development
Process Flow Diagrams
First Article Inspection (FAI) reports
Dimensional layouts and inspection results
Material certifications
Paint and special process approvals
Support design and process validation activities (DV/PV) to ensure launch readiness.
Design, Process & Product Quality
Interpret product requirements from engineering drawings, specifications, and design documentation.
Review and provide feedback on drawings, calculations, specifications, and engineering changes.
Apply
GD&T
per applicable standards.
Define inspection requirements, sampling plans, acceptance criteria, and inspection methods.
Develop and support inspection plans, including incoming, in‑process, and final inspection.
Corrective Action & Continuous Improvement
Lead
root cause analysis
using structured problem‑solving methodologies (8D, 5‑Why, Fishbone).
Prepare and submit customer corrective action responses (CARs).
Initiate and manage internal corrective and preventive actions.
Analyze quality and process data using
SPC and statistical methods
to drive improvement.
Identify opportunities to reduce cost of poor quality and improve process capability.
Quality Systems & Regulatory Compliance
Ensure compliance with
ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
requirements.
Participate in and support internal audits, customer audits, and regulatory assessments.
Maintain awareness and application of applicable regulatory and certification standards, including but not limited to
UL and ETL
.
Ensure quality documentation and records are controlled, accurate, and compliant.
Marginal Job Functions
Maintain quality documentation in accordance with established procedures.
Provide leadership to cross‑functional project teams as required.
Coordinate customer reaction plans for nonconformities.
Support continuous improvement initiatives through training and communication.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge & Skills
Working knowledge of
APQP and PPAP
methodologies.
Experience with
PFMEA development/review
and Control Plan creation.
Strong understanding of
GD&T
.
Proficiency in root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies.
Experience with
internal auditing
and ISO‑based quality management systems.
Familiarity with regulatory or certification standards such as
UL, ETL
, or similar bodies.
Experience with
SPC and data analysis
techniques.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable in a customer‑facing role.
Demonstrated problem‑solving capability and ability to work effectively in a cross‑functional team environment.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field preferred.
4–6 years of Quality Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably supporting NPI activities.
Experience with PolyWorks or similar metrology software preferred.
Experience with fabrication, welded assemblies, or leak‑critical products preferred.
Experience working within ISO‑certified environments preferred.
Salary range for this position is $60,000-$72,000
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