Quality Engineer – Manufacturing
The Quality Engineer at OCTA Inc. plays a critical role in ensuring that all manufactured components meet customer, regulatory, and internal quality standards. This position supports production, engineering, and customer-facing teams to maintain robust quality systems, drive continuous improvement, and ensure reliable delivery to both large and small OEM customers. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with diverse product lines. Please note we are not offering relocation assistance at this time.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Systems & Compliance
- Maintain and improve the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with ISO 9001 or other applicable standards.
- Develop, update, and audit quality procedures, work instructions, and control plans.
- Lead internal audits and support external audits from customers and certification bodies.
Production & Process Support
- Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure processes are capable, stable, and documented.
- Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Support new product introductions (NPI) by developing PPAP documentation, FMEAs, and process validation plans.
- Monitor key process indicators and drive improvements to reduce scrap, rework, and variation.
- Draft Work Instructions, Routers, Inspection Sheets
- Review and approve quality documentation.
Customer & Supplier Interface
- Serve as a primary technical contact for OEM customers regarding quality issues, specifications, and performance expectations.
- Manage customer complaints, perform failure analysis, and communicate findings professionally and promptly.
- Work with suppliers to resolve quality concerns, improve incoming material quality, and maintain supplier scorecards.
Inspection & Testing
- Develop inspection methods, sampling plans, and measurement techniques for new and existing products.
- Train inspectors and production staff on measurement tools, quality standards, and defect recognition.
- Utilize metrology tools such as calipers, micrometers, CMMs, and optical measurement systems.
Continuous Improvement
- Lead or participate in Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen initiatives to improve efficiency and product quality.
- Analyze data trends to identify opportunities for process optimization.
- Champion a culture of quality throughout the organization.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field) preferred; equivalent experience considered.
- 2–5+ years of quality engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably supplying OEMs.
- Understanding of GD&T, statistical process control (SPC), and root cause analysis tools (5 Why, Fishbone, DMAIC).
- Experience with PPAP, FMEA, control plans, and other APQP tools.
- Proficiency with measurement equipment and metrology principles.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally.
- Certifications such as CQE, Six Sigma Green Belt, or similar are a plus.
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to influence quality strategy in a growing manufacturing organization.
- Work with diverse OEM customers across multiple industries.
- Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities.
- A culture that values problem-solving, innovation, and continuous improvement.
