Quality Engineer 2 - Manufacturing - Reading, MA

Woburn, Massachusetts Permanent USD85,000 - USD96,000 per year View Job Description
This role supports quality operations within a defined value stream, focusing on product quality, process control, data analysis, and continuous improvement. You'll partner closely with manufacturing, engineering, suppliers, and customers to drive corrective actions, improve performance, and ensure quality standards are consistently met.
  • Hybrid flexibility - WFH One day a week!
  • Own quality across cutting‑edge manufacturing programs!

About Our Client

This organization is a global engineering leader with a long track record of innovation and technical excellence. They offer a collaborative, fast‑paced environment where employees are supported, developed, and empowered to grow their careers.

Job Description

  • Lead quality operations within an assigned value stream, supporting overall business and quality strategy
  • Develop, maintain, and improve quality standards, inspection plans, and control documentation
  • Analyze quality data, trends, and root causes to drive corrective and preventive actions
  • Partner with manufacturing, suppliers, and customers to resolve quality issues and improve performance
  • Conduct internal and supplier audits to ensure compliance with quality system requirements
  • Support product development teams with quality input and risk assessment
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma principles
  • Act as a key quality contact during customer interactions and internal/external audits
  • Create and deliver training on quality tools, systems, and processes



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.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • 2-4+ years of quality engineering experience (manufacturing environment preferred)
  • Strong knowledge of quality tools, inspection methods, and statistical analysis
  • Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)
  • Familiarity with ISO9001, AS9100, and/or IATF 16949 quality systems
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to influence cross‑functional teams

What's on Offer

  • Visible impact on products, processes, and customer satisfaction
  • Exposure to advanced manufacturing and engineering challenges
  • Strong culture of learning, development, and internal mobility
  • Collaborative environment with access to global expertise
  • Stable, well‑established organization investing in people and innovation
  • Hybrid flexibility!
Contact
Jenny Ly
Quote job ref
JN-042026-7006067

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Quality, Technical
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Woburn
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jenny Ly
Job Reference
JN-042026-7006067