Quality Engineer I

About the role

The Quality Engineer I implements and assures alignment to the Parker Quality Process (PQP) to ensure that products, services, and processes consistently meet defined quality standards and customer expectations. This role executes structured, well-defined assignments using established quality procedures and tools (e.g., FMEA, MSA, Control Plans, calibration, APQP). The role administers inspection reporting, supports resolution of discrete quality issues, and contributes to site projects with guidance from experienced quality professionals. Decision-making discretion is limited; work is performed within established standards and procedures to assess and improve product and process quality performance.

Responsibilities

• Interprets customer, regulatory, and Parker PQP requirements; translates requirements into site-level quality plans, controls, and acceptance criteria.
• Owns deployment and governance of PQP tools and quality procedures at the site; evaluates effectiveness and drives corrective actions for gaps:
  • Drives Parker Quality Process (PQP) methodologies and principles through deployment of PQP tools within the site.
  • Leads the creation or updating of FMEAs, Control Plans, Work Instructions, and related documentation under guidance.
  • Performs Measurement System Analysis (MSA) activities (e.g., gage R&R) and supports calibration compliance.
• Establishes inspection reporting requirements and data integrity controls; analyzes inspection outcomes, identifies systemic issues, and communicates actionable insights to leadership:
  • Collects, reviews, and maintains inspection records; logs nonconformances; generates routine quality reports.
  • Oversees incoming, in-process, and final inspection activities. Drives decisions around quality inspections to ensure they meet requirements.
• Leads containment strategy and cross-functional root cause investigations; determines appropriate analytical tools and drives CAPA selection, implementation, and effectiveness verification:
  • Ensures containment, root cause analysis (e.g., 5-Why, fishbone), and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
  • Owns and tracks action item completion for effective verification with responsible functions.
• Analyzes site quality performance using SPC and KPI dashboards; identifies special causes and systemic risk, sets investigation priorities, and drives improvement actions with stakeholders.
• Owns elements of the site QMS documentation framework; establishes document control expectations and ensures readiness for customer/regulatory/ISO audits.
• Plans and leads internal audit activities within assigned scope; represents the site during external audits and drives corrective action plans for findings.
• Collaborates cross-functionally (limited scope):
  • Participates as a team member on site-level projects; communicates status, risks, and needs to stakeholders.
  • Coordinates with primary functions (e.g., Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, or Supply Chain) to resolve issues.
• Adheres to compliance and safety standards:
  • Follows Parker policies, procedures, and applicable quality management system requirements.
  • Promotes a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Qualifications for this role mirror the responsibilities outlined above, focusing on the ability to interpret requirements, deploy PQP tools, perform MSA activities, manage inspection reporting, lead root cause investigations, and collaborate cross-functionally.

Pay

Pay Range: $70,890 to $117,300 annually. Participation in Annual Incentive Program.

Benefits

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and critical illness insurance with competitive premium costs.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company-provided defined-contribution retirement plan with an annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid parental leave, short- and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, and a Care.com membership at no cost.
• Financial planning assistance.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.