Quality Engineer

Location: Grapevine, TX (initial), transferring to Fort Worth, TX
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Work Environment: 100% Onsite

Salary: 50K

We are seeking a skilled Quality Engineer to join our client in the Fort Worth area. This is a full-time, onsite, direct-hire opportunity starting at the Grapevine facility before relocating to the client's Fort Worth location. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, analytical, and passionate about supporting and improving quality processes.

Position Overview

The Quality Engineer supports and enhances the company's Quality Management System (QMS) through data analysis, process improvement, documentation, and cross-functional coordination. This role ensures that products meet all internal standards and external requirements while driving continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Quality System & Documentation

• Support maintenance and improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Assist Quality Manager and Supervisor in implementing quality procedures and standards.
• Create and maintain quality documents (manuals, procedures, work instructions, forms).
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly quality reports.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Coordinate with Engineering and Operations to ensure smooth transfer of new products into production.
• Support Quality Inspectors to ensure product and process compliance.

Quality Assurance & Improvement

• Analyze failures and drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for internal and external issues.
• Improve receiving inspection processes and documentation.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives such as 5S and Kaizen.
• Resolve supplier nonconformances and follow up on corrective actions.
• Oversee incoming and outgoing quality control activities.

Auditing & Supplier Management

• Conduct internal and supplier audits; generate reports and close out findings.
• Monitor and manage supplier performance and corrective actions.

Training & Development

• Develop and deliver training to enhance quality awareness throughout the organization.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• ISO Auditor certification required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (intermediate level).
• Understanding of computer functionality and technical sub-assemblies.
• English proficiency.
• Must demonstrate strong alignment with role requirements and successful performance in similar positions.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret written instructions and technical materials.
• Manual dexterity for frequent computer use and handling small tools.
• Team-oriented, goal-driven, and collaborative.