Role & seniority: Quality Engineer, Experienced (contract)

Location & work type: Pontiac, Illinois; Contract role; 8:00 am–4:00 pm (40 hours/week)

Stack/tools: Quality/problem-solving tools (8D, FMEA, fishbone), process monitoring, data analysis, SPC charts, KPI tracking; cross-functional collaboration (SBT)

Top 3 responsibilities

Lead/support internal manufacturing quality in Fuel Systems machining; investigate scrap/rework/customer complaints
Develop and implement corrective/preventive actions (8D, FMEA, root-cause analysis)
Analyze quality data, monitor processes, track KPIs (e.g., First Pass Yield, internal/external PPM), prepare management reports

Must-have skills

Problem solving and root-cause analysis; data-driven decision making
Attention to detail; process improvement mindset
Knowledge of quality standards, FMEA, risk management; cross-functional collaboration

Nice-to-haves

Experience with SPC, quality systems, and risk assessment
Ability to adapt to changing conditions and support rapid-growth environments
Education & experience: Bachelor’s degree; about 5 years of relevant experience
Notes: Manufacturing quality focus in fuel systems; potential for career growth within facility and global business; emphasis on cross-functional teamwork and process capability improvement

Full Description

Job Summary

A Quality Engineer is needed for a world leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives in the Pontiac, IL area. This Quality Engineer role focuses on ensuring internal manufacturing quality in Fuel Systems machining processes by using problem-solving tools (8D, FMEA), driving continuous improvement through data analysis, and collaborating within a cross-functional plant environment.

location: Pontiac, Illinois

job type: Contract

salary: $33.16 - 46.43 per hour

work hours: 8am to 4pm

education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

The position contributes to Internal Manufacturing Quality in Fuel Systems, focusing on machining processes. The role has a direct influence on product reliability, customer satisfaction, and brand reputation. Offers potential for career growth within the facility and the global business. The environment is challenging, rewarding, and currently undergoing rapid growth, offering opportunities for process improvement. Typical tasks include leading/supporting quality issue investigations (scrap/rework/customer complaints). Develop and implement corrective and preventative actions using tools like 8D, fishbone, and FMEA. Conduct Process Monitoring/Continuous Improvement using data and risk analysis. Collaborate with the Small Business Team (SBT) to improve process capability and reduce variation. Analyze quality data (e.g., defect rates, process capability, SPC charts). Prepare reports for management and cross-functional teams, and track KPIs (e.g., First Pass Yield, internal/external PPM).

Skills

Problem solving & root cause analysis, Data-driven decision making, Communication and cross-functional collaboration. Attention to detail, Process improvement. Knowledge of quality standards, FMEA, risk management. Cross-functional teamwork with professional and production staff, Adaptability to changing conditions.

Education And Experience

Bachelor's in a relevant field. 5 years of experience.

Qualifications

Experience level: Experienced

Education: Bachelors

Skills

Quality

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