Job Description
Job DescriptionQuality Engineer | $80,000–$120,000 | Onsite – Bourne, MA | Direct Hire
What Matters Most:
- Competitive base salary between $80,000–$120,000, depending on experience.
- Onsite opportunity with a stable and growing manufacturing organization.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
- 3+ years of Quality Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong engineering foundation with hands-on experience supporting manufacturing, sustaining engineering, and continuous improvement.
- Experience with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems; ISO/IEC 17025 experience is a plus.
Job Description:Our client is seeking a Quality Engineer to support product quality, sustaining engineering, manufacturing operations, and continuous improvement initiatives. This hands-on role partners closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Operations to ensure products and processes consistently meet customer expectations while maintaining compliance with company quality standards.The ideal candidate is a problem solver with a strong engineering background who enjoys working cross-functionally to improve product quality, manufacturing performance, and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities:
- Support and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with ISO 9001 requirements.
- Investigate manufacturing and product quality issues, perform root cause analysis, implement CAPAs, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support sustaining engineering activities by analyzing product performance, resolving manufacturing issues, and improving existing products.
- Partner with Engineering and Manufacturing to support New Product Introduction (NPI), engineering changes, process validation, and production readiness.
- Collaborate with suppliers and customers to resolve quality concerns, investigate nonconformances, and improve overall product quality.
- Participate in internal and external quality audits while developing and maintaining quality documentation, inspection plans, and work instructions.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
- Minimum of 3 years of Quality Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
- Experience with root cause analysis, CAPA, problem-solving methodologies, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Experience with ISO/IEC 17025, laboratory quality systems, calibration, CQE, Lean, or Six Sigma is preferred.
Benefits and Perks:
- Competitive base salary of $80,000–$120,000, depending on experience.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid Time Off and paid holidays.
- Career growth and professional development opportunities.
- Collaborative, team-oriented manufacturing environment.
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
Your New Organization:Our client is a growing manufacturer focused on delivering high-quality engineered products through innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. Employees enjoy a collaborative culture where Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality work closely together to solve complex challenges and support long-term product success.
Your Career Partner:The Reserves Network is a veteran-founded, family-owned recruiting firm specializing in Engineering, Manufacturing, Executive Search, Finance & Accounting, and Professional placements. We are committed to connecting exceptional talent with outstanding organizations while providing personalized support throughout the hiring process.