Quality Engineer
Company: Future Form Manufacturing
Location: Sparks
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description JOB TITLE: Quality Engineer
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY: The Quality Engineer is responsible for
ensuring product and process quality across all manufacturing
operations. This role involves developing and implementing quality
processes and standards, analyzing data, leading root cause
investigations and driving continuous improvement initiatives to
meet or exceed customer expectations. CORE VALUES: The following
list of Core Values and Behaviors are necessary to meet the minimum
requirements: TEAMWORK Help each other succeed Communicate clearly
and directly, listen well Encourage teammates Blameless problem
solving HONESTY AND INTEGRITY Honor your commitments Do the right
thing Consistent in your attitudes and actions LEAN Improve
processes Open to new ideas Share information, and teach Expose
issues NUMBERS FOCUSED Deliver results Analyze data for improvement
Take ownership and accountability Work smarter, not harder
EXCELLENCE Exhibit passion in serving customers Contribute
solutions Sense of urgency Be the best at what you do Seek
knowledge FUN Be positive Celebrate achievements Don’t take
yourself too seriously CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES: Essential Develop and
implement procedures, standards, and other documentation to support
the Future Form Manufacturing quality system. Collaborate with
production, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure
quality requirements are met throughout the product lifecycle.
Investigate production issues, customer complaints, and
non-conformities, lead root cause analysis and corrective action
efforts. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase
product quality and reduce scrap, rework, and warranty issues.
Drive improvement in quality processes to increase efficiency
and/or accuracy. Monitor production processes for compliance with
internal and external quality standards. Interface with customers
as needed to address nonconformances, including all appropriate
follow-up actions. Conduct audits (internal and supplier) and
assist in preparation for external audits (ISO and customer). Write
detailed internal and supplier audit reports. Maintain quality
documentation including inspection reports, process records, NCR
data, and audit findings. Utilize appropriate quality tools and
statistical methods such as SPC, spreadsheets, CMM reports and PPAP
to analyze process/product data and drive performance improvement.
Train employees on quality procedures and continuous improvement
practices. Evaluate existing and potential suppliers in support of
improvement and/or outsourcing initiatives. Conduct drawing and
process reviews in support of outsourcing projects. Interface with
suppliers regarding quality and/or technical issues. Participate in
product design reviews and process development to ensure quality
considerations are addressed. Plan and devise inspection methods,
including selection of the appropriate gaging and fixtures. Oversee
the calibration program. Plan, coordinate, and document trials to
evaluate alternate processes and/or materials. Serve as backup for
QA inspection as needed. Maintain documentation to support
regulatory compliance (RoHS, conflict minerals, etc). All other
duties assigned REPORTS TO: Director of Quality Assurance WORKS
WITH: Customers, Suppliers, and Future Form Team Members SAFETY
REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: Follow all OSHA safety regulations and
those set by Future Form Manufacturing. REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:
Essential Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field, or an
equivalent combination of education and experience 4 years of
experience in a quality engineering role within manufacturing
Knowledge of quality tools including root cause analysis, 5-Whys,
control plans, and statistical methods Excellent verbal and written
communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills and team
collaboration skills Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office)
Working knowledge of the ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 standards Strong
ability to read and understand engineering drawings and
specifications Experience with ERP systems and data analysis tools
Ability to travel as needed Ability to thrive in a fast-paced,
hands-on environment Self-starter with initiative High degree of
professionalism Strong attention to detail Beneficial Working
familiarity with mechanical gages (calipers, micrometers, etc)
Familiarity with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
Knowledge of coordinating measuring machines (CMM) Familiarity with
Lean Manufacturing principles PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:
Sit 40%, Stand 20%, Walk 15%, Drive 25%. Maximum (minutes): Sit 90,
Stand 30, Walk 30, Drive 60. Working Environment: Office, shop and
outdoor environments. Moderate noise level. Exposure to dust, heat
and cold. This position will require drug testing per company
policy.
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