- Location: Bloomfield, Connecticut
- Type: Contract
- Job #105141
Position: Quality Engineer 3
JOB TYPE: W2, Onsite, Full-Time Contract (12 Months)
Location: Bloomfield, CT
Compensation: $38 - 40/hr
Job Summary We are seeking a Quality Engineer to support quality assurance, validation, and process improvement initiatives for a global heavy equipment manufacturer. This role will focus on developing and maintaining quality standards, supporting production and supplier quality activities, and ensuring compliance with automotive and manufacturing quality requirements.
The ideal candidate will have experience in quality engineering, root cause analysis, process control, product validation, and continuous improvement. Success in this role requires strong problem-solving abilities, technical aptitude, attention to detail, and effective communication across cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities• Develop and implement quality standards, procedures, and validation processes
• Design and maintain forms, instructions, and reporting methods for quality and reliability data
• Analyze quality performance and identify opportunities for process improvement
• Establish and support programs to evaluate production equipment, testing systems, and measurement accuracy
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective action activities
• Support PPAP, APQP, MSA, SPC, and FMEA activities across manufacturing operations
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and quality teams to resolve product and process issues
• Review and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and engineering documentation
• Monitor product and process quality to ensure compliance with customer and industry requirements
• Provide training and guidance on quality control methods and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support inventory, process control, product evaluation, and reliability activities as needed
• Present quality findings, recommendations, and project updates to stakeholders and leadership
Required Qualifications• Bachelor's degree in engineering
• 5-7 years of quality engineering or manufacturing engineering experience
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and root cause analysis skills
• Knowledge of automotive PPAP requirements
• Experience with AIAG Core Tools, including APQP, MSA, SPC, and FMEA
• Knowledge of IATF quality standards and requirements
• Experience using Minitab and Microsoft Office Suite applications
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and engineering reports
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Team-oriented mindset with strong collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications• Experience supporting manufacturing, quality assurance, or product validation environments
• Familiarity with process control, product reliability, metrology, or testing activities
• Experience conducting quality training sessions and mentoring team members
• Knowledge of measurement systems, testing equipment, and production quality processes
• Experience with CAD software or engineering-related computer applications
• Understanding of quality documentation, compliance reporting, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong presentation and stakeholder communication skills
• Previous experience working within large-scale manufacturing operations
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