Quality Engineer

Job Title: Quality Engineer

Location: Bowling Green, KY, US

Duration: 6 Months + Extension

Bill Rate: $75/hour

Job Type: W-2 Contract

Client: To Be Discussed Later

Work Authorization: US-Citizen, H-1B, OPT-EAD, GC-EAD

Job Details:
We are partnering with a well-established, growth-focused manufacturer seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Quality Engineer to support product and process quality across operations. This role will play a key part in maintaining high standards, resolving quality issues, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
You'll work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and supply chain teams to improve product reliability, ensure compliance with industry standards, and support overall customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality systems, procedures, and standards
• Monitor production processes to ensure adherence to quality requirements
• Lead root cause investigations and drive corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements for quality compliance
• Conduct internal audits and support external/customer audits
• Analyze quality data, track trends, and report on defects, scrap, and process performance
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve quality concerns and improve processes
• Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
• Create and maintain quality documentation (control plans, inspection procedures, work instructions)
• Oversee regulatory and environmental compliance reporting (including air, chemical, and wastewater programs)
• Manage internal calibration systems to meet third-party audit requirements
• Ensure compliance with applicable quality standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2+ years of experience in a quality-related role within a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Working knowledge of quality systems such as ISO 9001, IATF, or similar standards
• Experience with root cause analysis tools (5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA, etc.)
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
• Comfortable supporting multiple shifts or production schedules as needed
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and quality-related software systems

Preferred:

• CQE or similar certification
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma
• Familiarity with SPC, PPAP, APQP, and MSA methodologies
• Background in industrial or high-volume manufacturing environments
  
  Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.