Quality Engineer
The Malco Group · Annandale, MN · 1 wk ago
Quality AssuranceFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Support the execution of global quality standards and best practices across the organization
- Lead and support OEM customer quality requirements, including audits, print reviews, compliance, and documentation
- Participate in cross-functional teams to identify and resolve quality issues, including implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
- Collaborate with suppliers to ensure alignment with internal quality standards and regulatory requirements
- Support Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) to enable successful product launches
- Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies using statistical analysis and quality tools
- Drive integration of Process Flows, PFMEA, Control Plans, and CAPA processes
- Engage with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to maintain product and process quality requirements
- Auxiliary with customer communication related to audits, nonconformances, and technical concerns
- Conduct internal and supplier audits to ensure compliance with quality systems and standards
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Strong knowledge of core quality tools: APQP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, PPAP
- Experience with structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, root cause analysis)
- Experience with ISO methodologies and certification maintenance
- Strong analytical, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills
- Understanding of continuous improvement principles
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and technical systems
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or quality required
- Equivalent experience may be considered: High School Diploma + 10+ years of related quality experience, Trade School Diploma + 3+ years of related quality experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing or supplier quality
Physical Requirements
- Standing/walking on a hard surface
- Occasional lifting of 25-50 lbs.
- Frequent lifting of 10-24 lbs.
- Occasionally carry 25-50 lbs.
- Frequently carry 10-24 lbs.
Benefits
Malco Offers competitive vacation, paid time off and holiday pay. 401K Plans Full healthcare benefit options, dental and vision. Many other benefits.