Manufacturing Quality Engineer | Wayne, IL

One of our top clients is looking for a Manufacturing Quality Engineer who will primarily be responsible for leading quality assurance initiatives and driving continuous improvement for manufacturing processes. The Manufacturing Quality Engineer will support documentation activities in compliance with ISO 9001 and AS9100 as well. Apply today to join a thriving and growing team!Client DetailsOur client is a growing start-up manufacturer specializing in the manufacturing of electronic components for medical device, aerospace, military, quantum computing, and particle accelerator applications. They've been in business for over 10 years and have been steadily growing as they look to add to their engineering team. They are an ITAR-registered facility and are ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certified.DescriptionReview drawings, bills of materials, PCB files, specifications, and other engineering documents before production release.Respond to supplier questions regarding drawings, specifications, tolerances, materials, and manufacturing requirements.Develop clear work instructions for critical projects and define required inspection points and acceptance criteria.Identify critical manufacturing steps and ensure they are properly documented in production travelers.Develop criteria for incoming inspection and work with engineers and suppliers to solve non-conformances.Partner with engineering and production supervisors to implement manufacturing changes, establish quality standards, and monitor compliance on the production floor.Perform and document incoming inspections of machined metal parts, PCB assemblies, and other critical components.Conduct in-process and final production inspections before products are released to RF testing.Identify production and quality issues; document non-conformances; support root-cause investigations; and help implement corrective actions.Standardize improved manufacturing methods to increase production output, consistency, traceability, and product quality.Monitor manufacturing processes and recommend improvements based on inspection results, defect trends, rework data, and production performance.Review PCB designs and manufacturing files using Altium Designer, as required.ProfileProven experience practicing in an industrial or manufacturing engineering role within electronics sectors.Demonstrated expertise in implementing and maintaining ISO 9001 and other applicable quality standards.Strong background in quality inspection techniques, quality control processes, and quality assurance systems.Familiarity with Lean management principles and Six Sigma manufacturing practices to optimize production workflows.Experience leading quality audits and facilitating cross-functional communication to drive continuous improvement initiatives.Excellent team leadership abilities with a focus on fostering a culture of compliance, accountability, and high-quality output.Job OfferBase salary $75,000 - $90,000 depending on experience levelAnnual bonus incentive based on company performance3 Weeks PTO + Company HolidaysComprehensive health, dental, vision insurance401k program with employer contribution MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.