Quality Engineer 1

Quality Engineer I role is to support manufacturing operations through quality engineering principles, data analysis, and continuous improvement in Durham, NC. This role partners with Production, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to reduce defects, investigate nonconformances, and ensure compliance with quality standards. 2 positions available.

Responsibilities

Provide daily quality engineering support to manufacturing operations; Monitor production processes for compliance with procedures and quality requirements; Support containment, disposition, and resolution of nonconforming material; Participate in Material Review Board (MRB) activities; Investigate internal and customer-reported quality issues; perform root cause analysis; Support implementation and verification of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs); Analyze quality data to identify trends, recurring defects, and improvement opportunities; Support Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen events, and process improvement initiatives; Assist with error-proofing (Poka-Yoke) and process control implementation; Collect, analyze, and report quality performance metrics; present data-driven recommendations; Assist with development/revision of quality documentation and support internal audits; Participate in supplier quality investigations and monitor supplier performance; Support incoming inspection and customer complaint investigations as needed

Requirements

0 to 2 years of engineering, manufacturing, or quality experience; Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field required; Root cause analysis and structured problem-solving; Quality tools: Pareto Charts, Control Charts, Fishbone Diagrams, 5 Whys, FMEA; Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and MS Office; Strong communication and teamwork skills; Ability to analyze and interpret production/quality data; Strong organizational and project management skills; Ability to work in a combined office/manufacturing floor environment; Ability to lift/carry/push-pull up to 30 lbs frequently, up to 50 lbs occasionally; Willingness to travel ~10% (by car/air) for supplier visits, training, or project support; Weekend and overtime work may be required

Nice to have

Internship or co-op experience in a manufacturing environment preferred; ISO 9001; Statistical Process Control (SPC); Lean Manufacturing; Six Sigma; ERP/QMS experience; ASQ certification (or willingness to pursue)