Quality Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

The Quality Engineer will play a crucial role in ensuring that our ALS, welded deck, and press box products meet or exceed industry standards and customer expectations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality control processes, problem solving, project management, detail-oriented, and a commitment to maintain high standards for product quality and consistency.

This role will have ownership and responsibility of our quality standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain quality control processes throughout the manufacturing process, from receiving inspection to shipment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production and engineering, to address quality concerns and drive continuous improvement.
• Identify process optimization and efficiency enhancement opportunities within the manufacturing process to minimize defects and improve overall quality.
• Lead root cause analysis of quality deviations and process improvements and drive implementation and training of corrective actions and improvements.
• Provide training and guidance on quality standards, inspection techniques, and best practices in metal fabrication.
• Support Quality team on document control process for procedures, work instructions, quality alerts, critical to quality forms, etc.
• Perform audits (internal, external, product, etc.) for compliance with ISO 9001 and AISC industry standards.
• Conduct capability studies.
• Maintain records and / or reports of quality inspections, test results, and corrective actions.
• Owner of qualifying vendor samples and / or new products.
• Support Purchasing team on supplier product evaluation and provide feedback and communicate quality related issues to suppliers, as needed.
• ERP quality KPI support.
• Support Quality team on floor inspections and processes.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Supervisor Responsibilities : This position does not have direct supervisory duties; however, you will be a leader that drives process improvements throughout Dant Clayton.

Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field. In lieu of a degree, prior relative experience that supports this role will also be considered.
• 3 years of experience in metal fabrication, with a focus on aluminum and steel.
• Proficiency in quality management systems, statistical process control (SPC), and quality assurance methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to conduct root cause analysis and implement effective corrective actions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence positive change.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations governing metal fabrication processes.
• Certification(s) in quality management (e.g., Six Sigma, ASQ) is a plus.
• Knowledge of personal computers. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Good Communication skills required.
• Must be collaborative with the ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must be able to handle multiple projects / tasks simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Up to 25% travel may be required.
• Must be able to read and write in English. Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

Physical Requirements :

The physical demands described here are representative of an employee’s needs to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to safely lift to 50lbs.
• Must be able to stand and walk on the plant floor for shifts of up to 10 hours.
30+ days ago