Engineer Quality I

Job Title: Engineer Quality I

Client: Heavy Machine Manufacturing Company
Duration: 24 Months | Possible Extension
Location: Waterloo, IA 50704
Shift: 1st Shift | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Overtime: May be scheduled at the end of the shift

Description:

Job Summary

The Engineer Quality I will support manufacturing and quality engineering activities by analyzing processes, assisting with engineering testing, conducting inspections, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. The role involves working with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams to improve manufacturing processes, maintain quality standards, and ensure compliance with engineering specifications.

Recent graduates with manufacturing internship experience are welcome to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with analyzing manufacturing processes, equipment, and production methods to identify improvement opportunities.
• Support the development and testing of engineering solutions to evaluate feasibility and validate designs.
• Help prepare engineering standards, specifications, and process documentation.
• Conduct inspections under the guidance of senior engineers to assess quality and compliance with specifications.
• Identify process gaps and recommend improvements to manufacturing systems and procedures.
• Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams to support engineering activities.
• Assist with product development and engineering projects.
• Analyze information and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
• Support project plans and work toward established project goals.
• Provide documentation, reporting, and technical support as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Technology, Communications, Business, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• Open to recent graduates with manufacturing internship experience.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn new processes, systems, and engineering tools.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently under guidance and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or academic project experience in manufacturing, quality, or engineering.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, quality inspections, and engineering documentation.
• Ability to analyze data and identify process improvement opportunities.
• Experience working in a team-oriented technical environment.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a motivated recent graduate or early-career professional with strong analytical and communication skills. They should be eager to learn, comfortable working with engineering teams, and interested in developing their skills in quality engineering and manufacturing process improvement.

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