QC Engineer at VFP INC

Duffield, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Quality Standards, Manufacturing Processes, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Internal Audits, Statistical Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Corrective Actions, Quality Management Systems, FMEA, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Microsoft Office, Quality Software, Communication Skills, Problem-Solving Skills, Organizational Skills

Industry

Construction

Description

Job Details Job Location: Duffield - Duffield, VA Salary Range: Undisclosed Description Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Quality Engineer to lead quality initiatives and ensure that manufacturing processes and products meet all regulatory, customer, and company standards. The ideal candidate will play a key role in driving continuous improvement, reducing waste, and ensuring product reliability and compliance. Key Responsibilities: Develop, implement, and maintain quality standards and procedures to ensure product compliance with specifications and regulatory requirements. Analyze manufacturing processes for improvement opportunities and lead quality-related projects (e.g., FMEA, root cause analysis, corrective actions). Work closely with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Production, Supply Chain) to resolve quality issues and improve product performance. Conduct internal and external audits to ensure compliance with ISO 9001, or other applicable standards. Support new product introductions (NPI) by defining quality requirements and ensuring proper validation and qualification processes. Perform statistical analysis and use quality tools (e.g., SPC, Six Sigma, Minitab) to monitor and improve process capability and performance. Where Applicable Lead investigations into customer complaints and non-conformances; implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). Interface with suppliers on quality-related matters, including audits, inspections, and issue resolution. Create and maintain documentation such as control plans, inspection instructions, PFMEAs, and quality reports. Support the development and maintenance of Quality Management Systems (QMS). Qualifications Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field). 3+ years of experience in a quality engineering role within a manufacturing environment. Knowledge of quality systems and standards (ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16949, FDA/GMP, etc.). Proficient in root cause analysis, statistical analysis, and quality tools (e.g., 8D, Fishbone, Pareto, 5 Whys). Experience with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and control plans (especially in automotive or regulated industries). Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and quality software (e.g., Minitab, QMS platforms). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Preferred Qualifications: Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification. Experience in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives. Working knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar). Physical Requirements: Ability to spend time on the production floor. Occasionally lift up to [25/50] pounds. Work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

The Quality Engineer will lead quality initiatives to ensure compliance with regulatory and customer standards. They will analyze manufacturing processes for improvement opportunities and conduct audits to maintain quality standards.