Quality Engineer

Responsibilities

• Execute and maintain quality procedures and documentation per ISO 9001 standards
• Support internal audits and prepare for external customer assessments
• Apply preventive quality controls across materials, processes, and operations
• Develop and maintain inspection plans, sampling procedures, and control points
• Investigate deviations, customer complaints, and nonconformities using 8D, DMAIC, or 5 Whys
• Monitor and report quality KPIs including scrap rate, first-pass yield, and customer PPM
• Manage a team of 2 Quality Inspectors and 5 Trimmers
• Participate in APQP/PPAP activities and new product launch projects

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Chemical, Materials Science, or related engineering field
• 3-5 years of quality engineering experience in manufacturing
• Hands-on experience with ISO 9001 quality management systems
• Proficiency in FMEA, SPC, MSA, control plans, and 8D/DMAIC methodologies
• Experience with metrology equipment such as CMM, calipers, and durometers
• Ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T
• Professional working proficiency in Spanish (written and verbal)
• Ability to travel to Costa Rica for training or customer reviews

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in rubber, elastomer, polymer, or sealing products manufacturing
• Familiarity with molding processes (compression, injection, transfer) and vulcanization
• ERP/MES experience (SAP or similar)
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma Green Belt

Benefits

• Health Insurance (PPO, HMO, and HSA plans)
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• 401(k) with 6% Company Match
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage

About the Company

Hultec is a manufacturer specializing in rubber seal operations, focusing on high-quality production and continuous improvement through structured problem-solving.