Quality Engineer

3 Days Old

Job Description

Job Description

We are a fast-growing startup in the advanced manufacturing/technology sector, scaling up operations and looking to build our Quality Management System from the ground up. This is not your typical corporate QA role — this is for a builder, a systems thinker, and someone who wants real impact.

As our Quality Engineer, you will lead the creation, implementation, and continuous improvement of our QMS. You’ll collaborate closely with production, engineering, and leadership to ensure compliance, drive operational excellence, and foster a culture of quality across the company.

  • Design and implement our Quality Management System (QMS) aligned with ISO 9001 / AS9100 or relevant standards
  • Create, document, and maintain quality processes, SOPs, inspection plans, and records
  • Lead internal audits and coordinate external audits (certification, regulatory, customer)
  • Develop metrics and dashboards for real-time quality performance tracking
  • Lead investigations (CAPA, 8D, 5 Whys, Root Cause Analysis)
  • Introducing digital tools for traceability, automated documentation, and process validation
  • Working closely with other departments to ensure understanding and full implementation of the policies and procedures
  • Train production, engineering and leadership teams on quality practices and continuous improvement
  • Drive cross-functional collaboration on design and process validations

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related)
  • 2+ years of experience in Quality Engineering, preferably in manufacturing or hardware startups
  • Proven experience building or leading a QMS implementation
  • Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, or ISO 13485
  • Solid understanding of SPC, FMEA, audits, and statistical tools (Minitab, Excel, etc.)
  • Excellent communication skills – bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
  • Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment

Nice to Have:

  • ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt
  • Experience in aerospace, medtech, energy, or modular construction
  • Familiarity with Power Automate, Power BI, or other digital process tools

Benefits

  • Base Salary: $120,000 – $130,000 (DOE)
  • Bonus structure and potential equity
  • High ownership role with clear career path.
  • Opportunity to define the quality foundation of a growing company
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Location:
Baldwin Park
Category:
Manufacturing

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