Overview
On Site
$30 - $35
Contract - W2
Skills
Conflict Resolution
Continuous Improvement
FMEA
Manufacturing
Machining
Project Portfolio Management
Corrective And Preventive Action
Continuous Integration
Root Cause Analysis
Statistical Process Control
Risk Management
Risk Assessment
Quality Assurance
Problem Solving
Job Details
Responsibilities
- Lead and support root-cause analysis for scrap, rework, nonconformance, and customer issues.
- Drive corrective & preventive actions using 8D, fishbone, FMEA, and other quality tools.
- Monitor machining processes using SPC, Cp/Cpk, data analysis, and risk assessments.
- Analyze and present quality metrics including FPY, defects, PPM, and capability reports.
- Partner with Manufacturing Engineers and Operations to improve process capability.
- Train operators on quality standards, inspection methods, and defect prevention.
- Participate in daily production meetings, cross-functional reviews, and issue resolution.
- Work in both shop-floor (PPE required) and office settings.
Required Qualifications
- 8+ years of engineering experience (internships count).
- Hands-on quality engineering experience in manufacturing or machining environments.
- Proven experience with root-cause analysis tools (8D, fishbone, FMEA, 5-Why).
- Strong knowledge of SPC, process capability (Cp/Cpk), and data-driven decision-making.
- Experience implementing Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA).
- Bachelor s degree in Engineering or related technical field
- Master s degree + 3 years of internships is also acceptable.
- Ability to work on-site full-time in Pontiac, IL.
- Comfortable working in a union manufacturing environment with required PPE.
- Willingness to work overtime or occasional weekends/off-shift assignments.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with machining processes (CNC, metal cutting, machine shop environments).
- Knowledge of quality standards and risk management tools (FMEA, control plans).
- Continuous improvement mindset with CI or Lean/Six Sigma experience.
- Ability to influence teams and resolve conflicts constructively.
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