Quality Engineer - Steelmaking

Orion Steel Group LLC

$85K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Metallurgical, or related field) required
  • 2-5 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial quality engineering role, preferably in heavy industry or steel mill environment
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001 Quality Management System and processes like APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC
  • Preferred training or certification in Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher) or quality auditing
  • Proven experience with statistical analysis tools (Minitab, Excel) and root cause analysis
  • Experience with internal and external quality audits preferred
  • Knowledge of mill operations, equipment, and safety practices

Responsibilities

  • Provide engineering support to ensure quality techniques are used consistently across production processes
  • Conduct process stability and capability studies and recommend data-driven improvements
  • Apply statistical and measurement tools to monitor quality performance
  • Develop and maintain quality documentation, including Control Plans and FMEAs
  • Lead root cause analysis to implement corrective and preventive actions
  • Coordinate resolution of customer issues by collaborating with Sales, Purchasing, Engineering, and Production
  • Enhance the quality system for customer satisfaction and audit readiness
  • Support new product/equipment launches by developing PPAP documentation and participating in APQP activities

Benefits

  • Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
  • Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
  • Short and long term disability programs
  • Competitive retirement plans
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
  • Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options
  • Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays
  • Apprenticeship and career advancement opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Wellness program
Full Job Description
Rocky Mountain Steel Mills in Pueblo, Colorado is seeking a Quality Engineer to lead and facilitate the implementation of quality initiatives and their continual improvement. This role is responsible for site quality engineering activities, leading, coaching and facilitating problem solving, analysis of data and continuous improvement activities related to steelmaking processes.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

  • Provide engineering support to operations: Ensure consistent application of quality techniques across all production processes and resolve technical quality issues
  • Conduct process stability and capability studies: Analyze existing processes, recommend improvements based on data, and follow up to verify effectiveness
  • Apply statistical and measurement tools: Use statistical analysis and Measurement System Analysis (MSA) tools to monitor quality performance and validate process improvements
  • Develop and maintain quality documentation: Create and update Control Plans, FMEAs, and other process-related quality documents to ensure robust process control
  • Lead root cause analysis: Facilitate and promote effective problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams) to drive corrective and preventive actions
  • Coordinate customer issue resolution: Work cross-functionally with Sales, Purchasing, Engineering, and Production to address customer claims, complaints, and concerns promptly
  • Enhance and maintain the quality system: Recommend and implement quality system improvements to increase customer satisfaction, optimize processes, and ensure audit readiness
  • Support new product/equipment launches: Develop and submit PPAP documentation, participate in APQP activities, and ensure proper measurement systems are in place for new processes or tooling


Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Metallurgical, or a related field) required
  • 2-5 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial quality engineering role, preferably within a heavy industry or steel mill environment
  • Experience with Quality Management Systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and familiarity with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC processes.
  • Training or certification in Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher), quality auditing, or related disciplines is preferred
  • Proven experience using statistical analysis tools (e.g., Minitab, Excel) and conducting root cause analysis
  • Experience participating in or leading internal and external quality audits preferred
  • Knowledge of mill operations, equipment, machinery, and safety practices
  • Understanding of industry standards, including AREMA (rail), ISO and ASTM
  • Experience with the use of statistical tools and data analysis (Minitab)

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Compensation
  • $85,000 - $95,000


Open & Closing Dates: 07/22/2026 - 08/05/2026

Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!
  • Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
  • Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
  • Short and long term disability programs
  • Competitive retirement plans
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
  • Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options
  • Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays
  • Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Wellness program


All applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.

While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.

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