Jobs · Information Technology · California

Quality Engineer

Westfall Technik, LLC · Union City, CA · 4 days ago
On-siteInformation Technology$120k/yrFull-time

About the role

Westfall Technik is a fast-growing Plastic Injection Manufacturing Company in the USA, aiming to keep jobs in the US. Currently supporting over 1,100 employees across 11 facilities, we are expanding globally. We invest in our people, whose skills and talents are crucial to our business growth. As a Quality Engineer at Delta Yimin Technologies, Inc., you'll contribute to product integrity, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, review, and execute equipment, process, and product validation protocols including IQ, OQ, and PQ.
  • Define and manage validation master plans, schedules, and test methods aligned with engineering and regulatory requirements.
  • Cross-functional coordination to validate new tooling, equipment, product designs, and process changes.
  • Document and maintain all validation records, traceability matrices, and summary reports in accordance with the company’s Quality Management System (QMS).
  • Create and implement effective inspection strategies for incoming materials, in-process production, and final product release.
  • Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI), capability studies, and inspection audits to ensure compliance with defined quality standards.
  • Train inspectors and production personnel on proper inspection procedures and defect identification.
  • Oversee calibration and maintenance of all measurement and inspection equipment, ensuring traceability to national/international standards.
  • Conduct Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA) including Gage R&R to validate the reliability of measurement tools.
  • Recommend and implement metrology best practices, including appropriate inspection techniques for complex geometries and tolerances.
  • Review and evaluate Non-Conforming Material Reports (NCMRs) from production, inspection, or incoming material, leading disposition decisions.
  • Act as the main point of contact for customer quality concerns, audits, and issue resolution.
  • Respond to customer complaints and initiate root cause analysis and corrective actions (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, etc.).
  • Ensure compliance with internal procedures, customer-specific requirements, and industry standards (ISO 9001, ISO 13485, IATF 16949, etc.).
  • Participate in internal and external quality audits and support audit preparedness and corrective actions.
  • Maintain documentation such as non-conformance reports (NCRs), deviation records, and change control documentation.
  • Lead or support root cause investigations and the implementation of Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) using structured problem-solving tools such as 8D, 5 Why, and Fishbone Analysis.
  • Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain to reduce scrap, rework, and customer complaints.
  • Participate in Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives to optimize process capability and efficiency.
  • Collect, analyze, and present quality data including inspection results, validation outcomes, calibration status, and nonconformance trends.
  • Generate monthly/quarterly quality performance reports for internal reviews and customer reporting.
  • Utilize statistical tools (SPC, Minitab, Excel, etc.) to interpret data and drive decisions.
  • Support supplier qualification processes, evaluate supplier performance through incoming inspection results and nonconformance trends, and work with suppliers to address quality issues and support improvement actions.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or equivalent)
  • 3–5 years of experience in quality engineering in a manufacturing environment
  • In-depth knowledge of validation methodologies (IQ/OQ/PQ), inspection planning, and metrology systems
  • Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings, GD&T, and control plans
  • Experience in using quality tools and statistical analysis techniques (SPC, MSA, FMEA, Gage R&R)
  • Working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 13485, IATF 16949, or other relevant standards
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience with quality software tools (e.g., Minitab, QMS platforms) is a plus

Benefits

  • Salary: $120,000 (Based on education and experience)
  • 11 Paid Holidays, Sick Pay, Vacation Pay
  • 401K, Plus Employer Match
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Company Sponsored Life and AD&D
  • Short and Long Term Disability
  • Paid Parental Leave

Pay

$120,000 (Based on education and experience)

Schedule

N/A

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