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Swoon

Quality/Test Engineer

Swoon, Indiana, Pennsylvania, us, 15705

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We are looking for a quality/ test engineer for one of our leading engineering clients in Lafayette, IN with a background ideally in manufacturing. APPLY NOW!

Location:

Lafayette, IN – 100% onsite

Type: Contract

Pay: $33–35.75/hour on W2

Length: 12 months – possibility to extend

Screenings: no tech, full panel drug and background once hired

Benefits: Optional benefits, long‑term contract with ability to extend or convert to full time

Must haves (Required)

Years of experience: 5–7 years min

Ability to work independently, meet timelines, and identify solutions to manufacturing process issues

Strong computer literacy in Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Excel, Word

Ability to clearly and easily communicate with shop floor technicians, ask relevant questions of their work, and document potential deficiencies in the process

Print reading

Strong reading/writing/speaking skills in English

Ability to introduce themselves to shop floor technicians and conduct effective and lengthy audits without being timid or shy

Gauge and torque tool knowledge

Summary The main function of a manufacturing engineer is to apply engineering theory and principles to problems of industrial layout or manufacturing production. A typical manufacturing engineer has the ability to make engineering drawings, and read and interpret blueprints.

Job Responsibilities

Study time, motion, methods, and speed involved in maintenance, production, and other operations to establish standard production rate and improve efficiency.

Interpret engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, or formulas and confer with management or engineering staff to determine quality and reliability standards.

Read worker logs, product processing sheets, and specification sheets to verify that records adhere to quality assurance specifications.

Aid in planning work assignments in accordance with worker performance, machine capacity, production schedules, and anticipated delays.

Prepare charts, graphs, and diagrams to illustrate workflow, routing, floor layouts, material handling, and machine utilization.

Observe workers using equipment to verify that equipment is being operated and maintained according to quality assurance standards.

Observe workers operating equipment or performing tasks to determine time involved and fatigue rate using timing devices.

Evaluate data and write reports to validate or indicate deviations from existing standards.

Skills

Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem‑solving ability.

Team player and detail oriented.

Ability to make sketches, engineering drawings and common computations.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and computer‑generated reports.

Previous experience with computer applications and software related to engineering field, such as Computer Aided Design (CAD).

Typical Task Breakdown

Prework includes reviewing process documentation, control plans, past internal audit findings, drawing requirements, SPC, among other relevant process requirements.

Planned Method Audits include at least 1hr of observation in a machining or assembly shop environment and writing detailed notes on any discrepancies or deficiencies in following the documented process.

Post‑work includes summarizing the PMA results, communicating to the leadership team and following up on a routine basis.

Interaction with the Team This position will work within a quality internal audit team consisting of approximately 4 members and 1 manager. The role will closely collaborate with support groups such as manufacturing, operations, and quality.

Team Structure: Multiple internal auditor positions work together, support each other, and are led by a manager. This team is within the facilities proactive quality team.

Work environment: 70% office environment / 30% shop floor environment. 100% on‑site support is expected.

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