Quality Engineer | Palatine, IL

About Our Client

This is an excellent opportunity to make an impact with an industry leader.

• Support the development and implementation of quality control systems, inspection methods, and validation processes.
• Conduct product and process inspections to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and quality standards.
• Lead and support First Article Inspections (FAI), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities, and validation efforts.
• Analyze manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to improve product quality and operational performance.
• Investigate quality issues and nonconformances using structured root cause analysis methods.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to eliminate recurring issues.
• Utilize quality metrics and data to monitor performance and drive improvements.
• Support risk assessment activities including FMEA and other quality planning tools.
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to maintain high quality standards throughout the product lifecycle.
• Help create and maintain quality documentation including SOPs, work instructions, inspection records, and quality reports.
• Work with suppliers and internal teams to address quality concerns and improve overall manufacturing performance.

MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or another STEM-related field preferred.
• ASQ Certification or equivalent quality experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 3+ years of experience in a Quality Engineering or related manufacturing quality role.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
• Experience using precision measurement equipment such as calipers, micrometers, vision systems, and CMMs.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with a structured approach to identifying and resolving quality concerns.

• Base salary $80,000 - $95,000 depending on experience
• Annual bonus target - 7% target
• 18 days paid time off + paid holidays
• 2:30pm exit every Friday!
• 401k with 3% match
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities