Quality Engineer

Growing Groves is leading a search to grow the team of Quality Engineers for a client in Buffalo, New York!

Company and Position Summary

The company operates at the intersection capital equipment manufacturing and specialty metals processing. This client's brand image is strong, their reach is international, and their team is well-developed. This Quality Engineer position is for the individual who prefers a high mix of low volume parts, has a sharp eye for inconsistencies, and an open interest in cooperating with outside vendors.

Location: Buffalo, New York, USA

Reports to: Quality Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Heavy involvement in incoming vendor parts inspections and nonconformance investigations.
• Emphasis on corrective actions, root cause analysis, vendor education, and continuous improvement using nonconformance metrics.
• Support ISO requirements: internal audits, QMS maintenance, and possible calibration program support.
• Work closely with inspectors (Not performing measurements themselves)
• QE duties include resolving shop-floor issues (e.g., misaligned holes, drawing errors, vendor support, etc.)

Position Requirements

• Experience in a manufacturing or shop facility with welding, machining, fabrication, or related
• Familiarity with common quality tools used in end-of-line quality checks, like hand gauges or CMMs
• Strong understanding of Microsoft products like Word, Excel, etc.
• Capable of 10% local/regional travel to vendors
• Engineering degree or equivalent

Position Preferences

• Experience with ERP
• Familiarity with ISO systems and QMS
• Experience in a production/shop floor role

Employee Compensation and Benefits

This is a Salary Exempt position paying up to $100,000 based on experience.

The company provides an excellent benefits package that includes United Healthcare, HSA, 401k match, and more.

We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace. Growing Groves and our clients are proud to be equal opportunity employers, and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply.