Senior Quality Engineer at ACO, Inc.

Casa Grande, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Quality Management System, ISO 9001, AS9100, Data Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Corrective Actions, Supplier Quality Management, Inspection Plans, Lean Six Sigma, FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, 8D Problem-Solving, AutoCAD, Adobe Acrobat Pro, MS 365 Office Products

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

SENIOR QUALITY ENGINEER POSITION SUMMARY: The Senior Quality Engineer is responsible for supporting and continuously improving the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) across multiple manufacturing sites, including polymer concrete, metal, and fiberglass operations. This role ensures product and process compliance to ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards, supports new product introductions, and drives corrective and preventive actions through data analysis and cross-functional collaboration. The Senior Quality Engineer serves as a technical resource and mentor to the Quality Engineering team, leading key quality improvement initiatives and acting as a liaison between manufacturing, product development, and materials engineering. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Lead quality engineering activities to ensure products meet specifications, standards, and customer requirements. * Support and enhance ACO’s ISO 9001 / AS9100 QMS, maintaining compliance and readiness for internal and external audits. * Utilize UniPoint software for corrective action management, supplier performance tracking, and document control. * Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and drive the implementation of effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). * Lead or support supplier quality management activities, including supplier audits and qualification. * Collaborate with design and process engineering to develop inspection plans, control plans, and process validation requirements for new and existing products. * Mentor and train Quality Engineers, Technicians, and Inspectors on quality tools, data analysis, and best practices. * Support first article inspections (FAI), PPAP submissions, and customer-required documentation. * Analyze product and process data to identify trends and recommend quality improvements. * Participate in and lead cross-functional problem-solving teams (8D, DMAIC, or similar). * Support internal audits and continuous improvement projects focused on reducing scrap, rework, and warranty claims. * Maintain professional relationships with customers and suppliers to address quality concerns and foster collaboration. QUALIFICATIONS: * Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality, or related technical discipline required. * Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in a manufacturing quality engineering role; experience in civil or construction products preferred. * Prior experience in an ISO 9001 or AS9100-certified organization required. * Working knowledge of quality tools such as FMEA, control plans, SPC, MSA, and 8D problem-solving. * Lean Six Sigma certification Black Belt preferred. * Experience with UniPoint or equivalent quality management software preferred. * Familiarity with polymer concrete, metal fabrication, or composite manufacturing processes a plus. * ASQ certification (CQE, CQA, or similar) preferred. * Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills. QUALITY ENGINEER OTHER SKILLS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the level of knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. * Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondences, and memos. * Write technical correspondence. * Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. * Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. * Resolve issues that include multiple specific variables within routine situations. * Solid understanding of engineering principles * Proficient use of AutoCAD 2015 or higher * Proficient use of Adobe Acrobat Pro * Read and interpret blueprints * Good organizational skills required * Proficient in MS 365 Office Products * Proficient use of databases * Read, analyze, and interpret general technical or governmental procedures. QUALITY ENGINEER PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: * Occasionally required to stand or walk. * Continually required to sit and work on a computer. * Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity. * Frequently required to talk or hear. * The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds QUALITY ENGINEER ADDITIONAL DUTIES: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

The Senior Quality Engineer is responsible for supporting and continuously improving the company’s Quality Management System across multiple manufacturing sites. This role ensures product and process compliance to ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards and drives corrective and preventive actions through data analysis and cross-functional collaboration.