Quality Engineer (Entry Level) - Manufacturing - Woburn, MA

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Job description

The Quality Engineer is responsible for assisting in the development and execution of quality assurance processes, including testing, documentation, and reporting to ensure product quality. This role involves close collaboration with development teams to identify and resolve issues, ensuring compliance with quality standards and best practices.

Client Details

The client is a well-established electronics manufacturing provider, specializing in custom hardware design and production primarily for government and military applications, particularly within naval systems. As a family-owned organization they employ a workforce of around 50, the company fosters a collaborative and supportive environment, where teamwork is deeply ingrained in the culture. Employee appreciation is a priority, reflected in regular events and annual salary reviews. The business has been operating for five decades, with some dedicated employees staying for nearly the entire duration.

Description

• Serves as liaison/technical advisor to purchasing, production, and test departments.
• Conducts failure analysis for non-conforming materials.
• Reviews data to initiate process improvements.
• Prepares and validates FAI reports per AS9102.
• Evaluates supplier quality throughout program life cycle.
• Monitors supplier performance to maintain AVL with purchasing.
• Ensures supplier understanding of purchase order quality notes and develops product acceptance plans.
• Inspects incoming materials using critical tests to verify quality.
• Conducts quality audits with suppliers to resolve product issues.
• Reports monthly on performance and concerns.
• Performs internal audits and reports findings.
• Supports TQM initiatives in daily tasks.
• Develops procedures aligned with quality system requirements.
• Follows safety guidelines for self and others per OSHA and company standards.

Profile

• Required: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in contract manufacturing
• Relevant internship experience preferred
• Experience with electronic or defense manufacturing, ISO9001/AS9100/ITAR is a plus
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, including assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of complex electrical assemblies
• Proficiency in MS Office required
• Must be local to Middlesex County

Job Offer

• Collaborative and friendly work environment
• Strong culture of teamwork and employee appreciation
• Regular company events throughout the year
• Annual salary reviews with up to a 3% increase
• Opportunity to work in a well-established company with 50 years in the industry
• Chance to join a dedicated team, with long-term employees having been with the company for over 45 years

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

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