Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer
Location: NW Houston, TX
Salary: $100,000 (Negotiable)
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Job Type: Direct Hire

Job Summary:
Seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to lead quality assurance initiatives, resolve customer and supplier quality issues, support new product development, and drive continuous process improvement. This role works closely with production, suppliers, and customers to maintain high-quality standards and ensure compliance with industry requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Investigate and resolve internal, supplier, and customer quality issues.
• Manage inspection processes, quality documentation, and measuring equipment.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions using quality tools (8D, Six Sigma, APQP, PPAP, SPC, etc.).
• Develop and maintain inspection procedures and provide training to inspectors.
• Monitor quality metrics, analyze trends, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support supplier quality management, audits, and new product development.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and customer requirements.
• Coordinate product testing, certifications, and quality reporting.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering field.
• 5+ years of quality engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and quality management systems.
• Experience with quality tools including 8D, APQP, PPAP, Six Sigma, and SPC.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Automotive or industrial refrigeration experience preferred.
• Spanish bilingual is a plus.