Quality Engineer

Job Title: Quality Engineer Client: Heavy Machine Manufacturing Company Duration: 1 Year Location: Dubuque, IA 52001 Shift: 1st Shift (6:00 AM - 2:30 PM) Key Responsibilities • Support quality activities in fabrication and pre-paint operations • Perform in-process quality checks and audits • Document non-conformances and initiate containment actions • Coordinate with Quality team on suspect material disposition • Ensure compliance with manufacturing and weld standards • Work with inspectors and welders to resolve repeat quality issues • Use quality planning tools for new product quality plans • Apply quality tools to minimize risk and prevent defects • Investigate product and process quality issues • Recommend updates to control plans and prints • Gather and analyze quality data for EOFP, EPDP, and CSP • Perform quality and ISO audits • Maintain quality manuals and factory databases • Monitor quality tracking systems • Assist with warranty claim reviews and investigations Must Have • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience) • Experience in manufacturing environment • Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills • Knowledge of quality systems and inspection criteria • Experience with non-conformance documentation • Strong interpersonal and communication skills • Ability to work closely with operators and engineering teams Nice to Have • Experience with welding processes and fabrication tooling • Familiarity with Lean, 5S, and CI tools • Experience in a union environment Role Scope • Entry-level quality engineering role • Supports fabrication and welding operations • Works with production, quality, and engineering teams • Focuses on defect prevention and process control • Drives compliance with standards and safety protocols Education • Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Weld, or Quality Engineering preferred Work Environment • On-site role in active production areas • Frequent shop floor presence • Exposure to welding, fabrication, and automated equipment • PPE required per area standards • Schedule flexibility may be required for shift handoff #ZR

Created: 2026-03-10