Michael Page
Quality Engineer - Metal Stamping/Fabrication
Michael Page, Vernon Hills, Illinois, United States, 60061
Competitive compensation package and benefits
Work hand in hand with quality manager and senior leadership
About Our Client
Founded in 1962, this client began as a small metal processing operation and grew steadily, relocating to a larger facility in 1979. By the early 1980s, it had significantly expanded its production capabilities and overall operation. Over the years, our client has enhanced its offerings in perforated metal, rail safety, and other metal stamped/fabricated products.
Job Description
Quality Control/Assurance
Maintain and improve the quality management system, including documentation for procedures, audits, controls, corrective actions, and equipment calibration. Create and revise standard operating procedures to ensure regulatory and internal compliance. Perform internal quality audits, record findings, and follow up on necessary corrective actions. Investigate internal quality issues and customer complaints through root cause analysis and recommend effective solutions. Develop and implement corrective and preventive action plans to address quality concerns in manufacturing processes and customer feedback. Track and report quality metrics, corrective action statuses, and trends to management. Inspect incoming materials and finished components to verify compliance with blueprint specifications. Prepare and maintain documentation for Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions. Work closely with external suppliers and internal purchasing teams to resolve material quality concerns and ensure vendor compliance with quality standards. Product & Process Management
Oversee and update product setup details, including part numbers, descriptions, BOMs, routings, and labor standards. Calculate and analyze costs for both new and existing part numbers. Manage engineering change notices and ensure accurate implementation. Interpret product drawings, specifications, and technical data to develop efficient manufacturing processes. Define process workflows such as fabrication, assembly, and cost estimation, with a focus on safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field. Minimum of one (3) year of combined Engineering and Quality experience Strong knowledge of SAP ERP system. Metal Stamping or metal fabrication experience Proficiency with measuring tools (e.g., micrometers, calipers, comparators, gages). Understanding of the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP). Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills. Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects in a timely manner. Demonstrated ability to drive issues to closure. Bi-Lingual Spanish a plus What's on Offer
Salary ranging from 75,000 to 90,000 based on experience Health/medical/dental coverage - BCBS Vision plan throuhg VSP 2 weeks PTO 1 week of sick time Company paid holidays 401k matching plan
Contact
Ed Lieser
Quote job ref
JN-082025-6817187
Founded in 1962, this client began as a small metal processing operation and grew steadily, relocating to a larger facility in 1979. By the early 1980s, it had significantly expanded its production capabilities and overall operation. Over the years, our client has enhanced its offerings in perforated metal, rail safety, and other metal stamped/fabricated products.
Job Description
Quality Control/Assurance
Maintain and improve the quality management system, including documentation for procedures, audits, controls, corrective actions, and equipment calibration. Create and revise standard operating procedures to ensure regulatory and internal compliance. Perform internal quality audits, record findings, and follow up on necessary corrective actions. Investigate internal quality issues and customer complaints through root cause analysis and recommend effective solutions. Develop and implement corrective and preventive action plans to address quality concerns in manufacturing processes and customer feedback. Track and report quality metrics, corrective action statuses, and trends to management. Inspect incoming materials and finished components to verify compliance with blueprint specifications. Prepare and maintain documentation for Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions. Work closely with external suppliers and internal purchasing teams to resolve material quality concerns and ensure vendor compliance with quality standards. Product & Process Management
Oversee and update product setup details, including part numbers, descriptions, BOMs, routings, and labor standards. Calculate and analyze costs for both new and existing part numbers. Manage engineering change notices and ensure accurate implementation. Interpret product drawings, specifications, and technical data to develop efficient manufacturing processes. Define process workflows such as fabrication, assembly, and cost estimation, with a focus on safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field. Minimum of one (3) year of combined Engineering and Quality experience Strong knowledge of SAP ERP system. Metal Stamping or metal fabrication experience Proficiency with measuring tools (e.g., micrometers, calipers, comparators, gages). Understanding of the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP). Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills. Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects in a timely manner. Demonstrated ability to drive issues to closure. Bi-Lingual Spanish a plus What's on Offer
Salary ranging from 75,000 to 90,000 based on experience Health/medical/dental coverage - BCBS Vision plan throuhg VSP 2 weeks PTO 1 week of sick time Company paid holidays 401k matching plan
Contact
Ed Lieser
Quote job ref
JN-082025-6817187