Quality Engineer (Manufacturing) - Multiple Locations

MissionHires is hiring experienced Quality Engineers for multiple direct-hire manufacturing roles across the US. Candidates apply once and are confidentially matched to the best-fit opportunity across automotive, metals, plastics, food, and industrial products plants.

How You'll Contribute

• Support and maintain the plant-level Quality Management System (QMS) in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Lead and facilitate root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to resolve quality issues and prevent recurrence.
• Own and execute core automotive/manufacturing quality tools, including PPAP, APQP, FMEA, control plans, and SPC.
• Manage supplier quality, including incoming inspection, nonconformance management, and supplier corrective actions.
• Support and participate in internal and external quality audits (customer, third-party, and certification bodies).
• Partner cross-functionally with manufacturing, operations, and engineering to drive continuous improvement projects.
• Contribute to and champion a strong safety culture and adherence to plant safety standards and procedures.
• Analyze quality data and metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support new product introductions and process changes from a quality and compliance perspective.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Hands-on manufacturing Quality Engineering experience in a plant environment (automotive, metals, plastics, food, industrial products, or similar).
• Practical experience with RCA, CAPA, PPAP, APQP, FMEA, SPC, and control plans.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and/or IATF 16949 quality management standards.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and understand GD&T.
• Exposure to or formal training in Lean and/or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field preferred; equivalent, strong plant-floor experience will be considered.
• Strong problem-solving, data-driven decision-making, and documentation skills.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and with suppliers and customers.
• Willingness to work on-site in a manufacturing plant environment; relocation assistance may be available for select roles.

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus opportunities for many roles.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan (e.g., 401(k)) with employer contribution or match (where offered).
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Relocation assistance for select positions and locations.