Sterling Engineering · 7 hours ago
Quality Engineer
Palatine, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$60K/yr - $77K/yr
5+ years expSterling Engineering is seeking a Quality Engineer II to drive improvements in quality and manufacturing processes. The role involves collaborating with various teams to reduce defects, resolve issues, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
ConsultingInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Log and track customer complaints; lead containment actions, root cause analysis, and communicate resolutions to customers
Conduct process audits and Gemba walks to identify issues early; approve reworks and support MRB/NCMR activities for timely disposition
Lead structured problem-solving using 8D and DMAIC; drive corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives
Facilitate PFMEA sessions and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and transit standards
Track APQP/PPAP deliverables for new product launches and validate process readiness
Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve supplier quality issues and drive corrective actions
Use ERP/MES and QMS platforms to manage data; prepare and review quality reports, COPQ trends, and systemic issues
Qualification
Required
5+ years in quality engineering within manufacturing environments
2+ years in customer-facing roles
Experience with customer complaint management, structured problem solving (8D/A3), PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, Lean/Six Sigma
Willingness to travel up to 10% to customers and manufacturing sites
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or related field
Benefits
Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.
Company
Sterling Engineering
Sterling Engineering is an engineering company providing technical recruitment and engineering project services.
501-1000 employees
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