Description

Quality Engineer

Erie, Pennsylvania

Responsible for maintaining and improving product quality within a high-precision advanced manufacturing environment specializing in engineered composite components for demanding industries such as aerospace, defense, and industrial applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Developed, implemented, and maintained quality control systems to ensure products met strict customer specifications, regulatory requirements, and internal quality standards.
• Led root cause analysis and corrective action initiatives using methodologies such as 8D, 5 Whys, and Fishbone Analysis to eliminate defects and prevent recurrence.
• Collaborated with engineering, production, and operations teams to improve manufacturing processes and increase overall product reliability and consistency.
• Performed process capability studies, statistical analysis, and SPC monitoring to identify trends and ensure stable manufacturing processes.
• Conducted internal audits, supplier audits, and quality system evaluations to verify compliance with industry standards and internal procedures.
• Supported first article inspections (FAI) and validation of new product introductions to ensure conformity with design and regulatory requirements.
• Reviewed engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements to ensure manufacturability and compliance throughout the production cycle.
• Implemented continuous improvement initiatives (Lean / Six Sigma principles) to reduce waste, improve throughput, and increase product quality.
• Investigated nonconforming materials and coordinated disposition through MRB (Material Review Board) processes.
• Worked directly with suppliers to resolve quality issues and improve incoming material consistency.
• Maintained detailed quality documentation including control plans, inspection reports, corrective action reports, and process documentation.
• Assisted in the development of inspection procedures and trained production personnel on quality standards and best practices.

Key Skills & Tools

• Root Cause Analysis (8D, 5 Whys)
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
• Process Capability Analysis
• Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)
• Internal & Supplier Auditing
• Quality Documentation & Reporting
• Engineering Drawing Interpretation
• Measurement & Inspection Equipment
• Cross-functional problem solving