Quality Engineer - Manufacturing - Northern Gear and Machining

• Maintain quality control systems.
• Identify required specifications per customer print, determining an appropriate level of variation and monitoring quality assurance rates.
• Design automated testing systems and quality control workflows to improve the efficiency of the quality assurance process.
• Collect data about instances of product errors and investigation of possible solutions by troubleshooting the manufacturing or design process.
• Document initial quality standards and the actual quality of products during production.
• Find defects, help determine the causes of those defects, and assist to create resolutions.
• Teach production staff how to use effective quality controls and supervise outcomes.
• Work closely with design and production teams to solve problems.
• Respond to questions about how to achieve quality goals and implement changes to reduce the instance of human or machine errors.

• Determining quality improvement factors.
• Implementing methods to inspect, test and evaluate the reliability of the manufacturing processes, products, and production equipment.
• Making sure processes adhere to quality standards.
• Preparing reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data.
• Programming computerized measuring equipment, such as CMM, Keyence, and GMM.

• Strong knowledge of relevant software, quality assurance methods, measuring tools, gages, and quality manufacturing processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong Math Skills.
• Knowledge of metals machining.
• Attention to detail.
• Analysis, critical thinking, and problem-solving ability.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle stress.
• Capable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to switch between tasks easily.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering.
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).
• Four (4) or more years of quality engineering experience.

Northern Gear and Machining is a full-service machining company based in Southeastern Wisconsin that produces precision CNC machined parts, geared components, and related assemblies. As a family-owned business for over 60 years, Northern Gear and Machining has been able to provide their customers outstanding service with quality products, cutting edge-technology, and on-time delivery.