Job Description
Job DescriptionQuality Engineer – Manufacturing
Location: San Fernando, CA
Salary: $105,000 – $115,000
Client: A rapidly growing client of Sterling Engineering
Position Overview:
Our client, a widely growing and innovative manufacturing organization, is seeking a Quality Engineer to drive excellence across their quality systems and operations. This role is heavily focused on CAPA execution, Continuous Improvement initiatives, and Supplier Quality management, making it ideal for a detail-oriented engineer who thrives in a data-driven, process-centric environment.
Key Responsibilities:
CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions)
- Lead end-to-end CAPA processes, including root cause analysis, corrective action implementation, and effectiveness verification
- Utilize structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone) to resolve nonconformances
- Partner cross-functionally to ensure timely closure and documentation compliance
Continuous Improvement
- Drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to improve product quality, reduce waste, and optimize manufacturing processes
- Analyze quality data (scrap, rework, yield trends) to identify improvement opportunities
- Support Kaizen events and standard work development across production lines
Supplier Quality
- Manage supplier quality performance, including scorecards, audits, and corrective actions
- Collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement preventive measures
- Conduct supplier evaluations, PPAP reviews, and qualification processes
Additional Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain quality documentation, including SOPs, control plans, and inspection standards
- Support internal and external audits (ISO, customer-specific requirements)
- Partner with Engineering and Operations to ensure design for manufacturability and quality standards
- Assist with new product introduction (NPI) from a quality perspective
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field
- 4–7+ years of experience in a manufacturing quality environment
- Strong experience with CAPA systems, root cause analysis, and supplier quality management
- Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma methodologies