Senior Quality Engineer

About the role

Join an Industry-Leading Manufacturing Organization

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the Quality Engineering and Quality Technician team.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, SPC, and statistical analysis.
• Investigate quality issues utilizing Root Cause Analysis, 8D, 5 Why, and corrective/preventive action methodologies.
• Support manufacturing by identifying opportunities to reduce defects and improve process capability.
• Partner with suppliers to improve supplier quality and resolve production issues.
• Manage supplier PPAP approvals and supplier quality initiatives.
• Lead ISO 9001 quality system compliance and internal quality initiatives.
• Analyze manufacturing and supplier data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Develop quality metrics and present findings to leadership.
• Support new product launches and manufacturing process improvements.
• Coach and develop quality personnel while helping build a culture of operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
• 5+ years of Quality Engineering experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong background in: Statistical Process Control (SPC), Six Sigma methodologies, Root Cause Analysis, 8D Problem Solving, PPAP, Supplier Quality, ISO 9001.
• Experience using Minitab, Excel, and other quality analysis tools.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
• Certified Supplier Quality Professional (CSQP)
• Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)
• Master’s Degree in Engineering
• Experience with GD&T, tolerance analysis, and mistake-proofing (Poka-Yoke)

Pay

Salary up to $105,000
Target Bonus: 8.5%

Schedule

Hybrid Work Environment

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Long-term career advancement opportunities with a growing global manufacturer

About Johnson City, Tennessee

Johnson City offers an exceptional quality of life with:

• Low cost of living
• No state income tax
• Beautiful Appalachian Mountain scenery
• Excellent outdoor recreation including hiking, fishing, boating, and biking
• Friendly family communities
• Convenient access to Asheville, Knoxville, and Bristol