Quality Engineer II

Job Summary

The Quality Engineer 2 contributes to the company’s Quality Management System and is responsible for monitoring products and processes, identifying defects, determining root causes of defects, and developing immediate, permanent, and preventive actions. This is a hands-on role supporting quality execution in a manufacturing environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Implement methods to inspect, test, and evaluate the reliability of manufacturing processes, products, and production equipment, ensuring they follow applicable design and regulatory requirements.
• Lead problem-solving investigations to establish point-of-cause and ensure effective containment, root cause analysis, corrective action, validation, control, and recurrence prevention utilizing RCA techniques (e.g., 5-Why, fish-bone diagrams).
• Work with cross-functional teams to create, modify, and execute APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) documents, including Process Flow, PFMEA, and Control Plans.
• Take a lead role in the execution of Gauge R&R, capability analysis, dimensional verification, and visual aids.
• Own supplier and component qualification efforts, performing on-site Quality Management System (QMS) and EHS&S assessments, as well as PPAP reviews and approvals.
• Strengthen supplier quality performance by addressing Cost of Poor Quality (CoPQ), supporting Material Review Board (MRB) activities, and driving corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to resolution.
• Perform quality system audits related to products and processes. May host outside auditors and customers.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives by advancing quality processes, contributing to supplier scorecards, and executing targeted quality improvement projects.
• Collaborate with Engineering to create validation strategies, participate in design reviews, and embed quality discipline throughout the product lifecycle.
• Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing quality data to evaluate process reliability.
• Assure that technical regulations and standards defined by engineering drawings and technical specifications are met.
• Draft, revise and release technical procedures and work instructions.
• Act as a liaison between management, engineering, and suppliers on quality issues, working to resolve customer complaints.
• Provides quality engineering mentoring to lower level quality engineers and specialists.

Essential Skills

• Regulatory knowledge (ISO9001, AS9100).
• Statistical Analysis.
• Six Sigma.
• Leverage Manufacturing.
• APQP.
• PPAP.
• FMEA.
• MSA.
• SPC.
• Root Cause Analysis.
• CAPA.
• Data Analysis.
• Supplier Management.
• Quality Management Software.
• Continuous Improvement.
• Critical Thinking.
• Problem Solving.
• Project Management.
• Communication.
• Leadership.
• Customer Focus.
• Emotional Intelligence.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree.
• Four years or more experience as a Quality Engineer.
• Knowledge of organizational structure, culture, and industry practices.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $82,454 to $103,057 per year. May increase depending on the level of experience of the candidate.

Working at Fike

At Fike, our people are our strength. In order to fulfill our greatest potential, we are committed to attracting, growing and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Better, Together as OneFike! Plus, at Fike, we offer benefits and perks to help make you smile and feel like family. Check Out Our Competitive Benefits Package Which Includes Three Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) pro-rated the first year & Paid HolidaysMedical Plans with FSA & HSA, Vision & Dental PlanPaid Life and Long-term Disability Insurance401(k) and Roth 401(k) Plan with Company Match Fully Vested on Day One!Profit Sharing Bonus ProgramEducation Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program On-Site Fitness Center & Award Winning Wellness ProgramReimbursement for Safety Shoes & GlassesService awards & Recognition ProgramCompany Picnic, Quarterly Events and Holiday LunchFree Coffee/Tea, Lunch Utensils, Lunch Room Mini-mart, Free Parking Refer to Req ID 3798. Please visit our website at www.fike.com to fill out an application. Fike is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.