Quality Engineer

Our client is looking for a Quality Engineer.  They are a foundry operation making parts for aerospace, defense and other industries.  The company is located between Madison and Milwaukee.  Career growth and rewarding challenges are part of the offering.  This position will report to the Quality Manager.    Due to the military work the company does, you must be a US Citizen.    Company – A major player in the casting and machining industry A growing $200 million organization with 1,300 employees and 4 divisions Production orders booked out for a year. Markets served include defense and aerospace This division is an investment casting foundry with 100 team members Certifications include: AS9100, ISO 9001, Nadcap, and ASNT Levels II & III. Led by a dynamic leadership team they promoted from within to take the organization to new heights. Outstanding culture focused on safety and the growth of the individual. What they will be doing:  Review purchase order, drawings, and specification requirements and specifications focused on negotiation of customer requirements, forward-thinking product quality planning and translation of requirements to operations. Maintain compliance of products to these requirements. Maintenance and improvement of Quality Management System and related software systems. Work with Operations, Engineering, and Sales departments to support customer needs and product throughput. Interact directly with customers and suppliers. Develop, maintain and implement quality procedures and work instructions in compliance to customer and specification requirements. Conduct audits to assure compliance to quality system, processes and schedules. Ensure customer verification and acceptance completed (FAI, PPAP or pre-production requirements) Requirements What they are looking for:·         Bachelor's degree in engineering, quality management, statistics or related course of study with 5+ years of manufacturing quality experience. Experience with ISO9000 / AS9100, or other high compliance standards (defense, aerospace or similar) is needed Experience with auditing, including internal and supplier audits, as well as complying with customer audits Any experience with investment casting, metal manufacturing & machining, heat treating, or non-destructive testing (NDT) is desired Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, PPAP, FMEA or root cause analysis is helpful Benefits Benefits: Health, dental, vision, disability & life insurances 401K match of 3% when you put in 6% Profit Sharing – First 6% is added to your 401K in addition to the match, and then there is a realistic potential for an additional cash payout. Paid holidays and vacation Educational benefits Employee assistance program Relocation assistance if needed