The posting
Salary - $80,000 - $85,000 Position Summary Anomatic is seeking a driven and results-oriented Quality Engineer to support our commitment to manufacturing excellence, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement. The Quality Engineer will work closely with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and customers to ensure products meet internal specifications, customer requirements, and regulatory standards. This role is responsible for leading root cause investigations, driving corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), supporting audits, monitoring process performance, reducing quality costs, and improving manufacturing processes through Lean, Six Sigma, and quality engineering methodologies. This position serves as a key liaison between Quality and Operations, supporting Anomatic's strategic objectives related to operational excellence, customer satisfaction, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. This individual will provide direct quality engineering support to the Anodizing Department, driving process improvements, defect reduction, root cause investigations, and overall product quality performance. Essential Responsibilities Quality Systems & Compliance
Support and maintain compliance with ISO 9001, GMP, customer-specific requirements, and internal quality management system standards. Lead investigations related to nonconforming product, customer complaints, supplier issues, and internal quality concerns. Facilitate CAPA activities and ensure timely implementation and effectiveness verification. Assist with document control, SOP development, work instructions, control plans, and process standards. Participate in internal audits, supplier audits, customer audits, and third-party certification audits.
Manufacturing Quality Support
Partner with Production and Engineering teams to improve process capability and reduce variation. Analyze production data and identify opportunities to improve yield, scrap, efficiency, and product quality. Develop and maintain inspection plans, quality checks, and process monitoring requirements. Support first piece inspections, process validations, and qualification activities. Review and analyze quality trends, defects, and recurring issues to drive sustainable solutions.
Continuous Improvement
Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and other problem-solving tools to eliminate waste and improve performance. Lead cross-functional improvement projects focused on quality, cost reduction, productivity, and risk mitigation. Support PFMEA, DFMEA, Control Plans, Risk Assessments, and Process Mapping activities. Promote a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization.
Customer & Supplier Quality
Support customer complaint investigations and communicate findings effectively. Prepare and submit corrective action responses to customers and suppliers. Monitor supplier quality performance and participate in supplier development initiatives. Assist with PPAP submissions, qualification activities, and customer-specific quality requirements.
Reporting & Metrics
Develop and present quality metrics including:
PPM Customer complaints RMA trends Cost of Poor Quality Scrap and rework Internal audit results CAPA effectiveness Supplier performance
Prepare reports and presentations for leadership or customer review meetings.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or related field. Equivalent manufacturing quality experience may be considered in lieu of education. 2+ years of quality engineering or quality supervisor experience in a manufacturing environment.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with responsibilities related to quality, engineering, operations, continuous improvement, production support, process optimization, auditing, or problem-solving activities. Demonstrated ability to investigate issues, identify root causes, implement corrective actions, and drive process improvements. Demonstrated ability to lead a team across multiple shifts effectively Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience within cosmetics, packaging, metal finishing, automotive, medical device, consumer products, or highly regulated manufacturing environments. Experience with:
ISO 9001 ISO 15378 GMP environments SPC PPAP MSA PFMEA Control Plans Root Cause Analysis
Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Six Sigma Green Belt, Lean Certification, or comparable credential preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS). Based on quality engineering expectations outlined in Anomatic. Proficient with structured problem-solving tools including DMAIC, 5 Whys, Fishbone, and CAPA methodologies. Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC), process capability, and data analysis techniques. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; experience with Minitab preferred. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive accountability. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Competencies
Customer Focus Leadership & Accountability Continuous Improvement Mindset Critical Thinking Data-Driven Decision Making Collaboration Problem Solving Risk Management
Why Join Anomatic?
Opportunity to influence quality strategy across multiple manufacturing sites. Exposure to leading consumer brands in beauty, personal care, healthcare, and specialty packaging. High visibility role partnering directly with Operations and Leadership. Opportunity to lead meaningful continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives. Career growth within a rapidly evolving quality organization.
