Quality Process Engineer

• →Develop and maintain process flow diagrams, PFMEAs, control plans, inspection instructions and SOPs.
• →Analyze scrap, reject and process data (SPC, Pareto, capability studies) and lead projects that reduce defects and cost of poor quality.
• →Lead root-cause investigations (8D, 5-Why, fishbone) on internal and customer issues and verify corrective actions are effective.
• →Monitor dimensional and visual conformance of extrusions; create boundary samples, visual aids and acceptance criteria with Operations.
• →Support new die trials and first-article approvals; provide input on extrusion-specific fixtures and gauges.
• →Work with Finishing on paint and anodize process control (film thickness, adhesion, color, gloss) and with Thermal Barrier on strut and shear-strength performance.
• →Run gauge R&R / MSA studies and support the calibration program.
• →Act as the quality contact for assigned customers: specifications, PPAP or first-article packages where required, and customer-specific requirements.
• →Train operators and technicians on quality tools and customer requirements.
• →Support internal and external audits and QMS maintenance.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials or Industrial Engineering, or related field.

• 3+ years of quality or process engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Hands-on use of SPC, FMEA, control plans and structured problem solving.
• Print reading and GD&T; comfortable with measurement tools and data analysis in Excel or Minitab.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001.

• Aluminum extrusion, metal fabrication or extrusion finishing experience.
• Automotive core tools (APQP, PPAP) and IATF 16949 exposure.
• ASQ CQE (or in progress), internal auditor or Six Sigma Green Belt.

Roughly half on the production floor and half at a desk; exposure to heat, noise and moving equipment with required PPE. Occasional off-shift support during trials or customer issues.