Senior Quality Engineer (Precision Manufacturing & Six Sigma)

TL;DR

Senior Quality Engineer (Precision Manufacturing & Six Sigma): Lead Quality Control initiatives and New Product Introduction strategies, developing robust inspection protocols and validating complex measurement equipment with an accent on Six Sigma principles and regulatory standards. Focus on troubleshooting manufacturing processes, managing non-conformances, conducting APQP with FAI and process validations, and analyzing data with statistical tools like Minitab.

Valencia, 91355 (onsite)

$89,400–$118,600

Company

Staffing agency placing professionals in high-precision manufacturing roles.

What you will do

• Develop and implement advanced inspection protocols, control charts, and validate measurement/test equipment for data integrity.
• Lead cross-functional teams in New Product Introductions and troubleshoot processes to eliminate root causes of defects.
• Manage non-conformance lifecycle in QMS, provide technical feedback, and track tooling calibration.
• Conduct APQP including First Article Inspections, process validations, correlation studies, and create work instructions/SOPs.
• Analyze manufacturing data with statistical tools like Minitab, plan Six Sigma activities, and report to leadership.
• Collaborate with vendors to ensure raw material compliance and supply chain quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Material Science Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in high-precision engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Expert proficiency in GD&T.
• Strong background in Six Sigma methodologies and statistical analysis.
• Hands-on experience with Minitab and enterprise QMS software (e.g., UniPoint).
• High proficiency in test equipment operation, technical documentation, organizational skills, and presenting complex data.

Culture & Benefits

• For assignments 13+ weeks: major medical, dental, vision, 401k, and statutory sick pay where required.
• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
• Equal opportunity employer; participates in E-Verify; considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal history per fair chance laws.