Quality Engineer

We are seeking a dedicated Quality Engineer with a passion for excellence in electronic assemblies. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and possess 3-5 years of quality control experience related to electronic assemblies, or a Master's degree with a minimum of 1 year in the same field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute short- and long-term quality strategies to ensure high standards across electronic assembly products.
• Implement quality systems, manage corrective actions, and lead audits.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across internal operations and the supplier base.
• Create and establish short-term quality plans and support the execution of long-term quality plans.
• Introduce new product release systems to ensure quality aligns with company philosophy.
• Establish and monitor quality metrics and collection systems, providing monthly reports.
• Coordinate with the parent company on new product development and technical/quality issues.
• Manage internal and external corrective actions.
• Create, implement, and upgrade quality processes and procedures.
• Schedule and lead ISO and customer audits, training internal auditors, and resolving open issues with auditing agencies and customers.
• Support supplier audit teams, evaluate and authorize new suppliers, and conduct regular supplier quality meetings.
• Support customer audits and prepare necessary information.
• Identify and implement opportunities for continual improvement, including cost reduction and process improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a Master's Degree with relevant experience.
• 3-5 years of quality control experience in electronic assemblies or related field.
• Ability to develop and operate quality control systems and training programs.
• Proficiency in using metrology and statistical methods.
• Familiarity with quality cost concepts and auditing quality systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, training, and follow-up skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Skills

• Experience with CAPA Process, PPAP, Internal Audit, External Audit, and ISO 9001.
• Knowledge of supplier quality management and root cause analysis.

Work Environment

The position is based in an electro-mechanical assembly environment, working closely with one other Quality Engineer and 3-5 Manufacturing/Industrial Engineers. The role requires hands-on involvement on the manufacturing floor, troubleshooting quality issues approximately 25-30% of the time.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Schedule

This is a Contract to Hire, fully onsite position based in Long Grove, IL.