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Description:

The Quality Engineer plays a key role in supporting the quality systems and processes across casting, forging, finishing, and machining operations. This position is hands-on, with direct involvement in product inspections, metallurgical testing, and dimensional validation to ensure compliance with customer and internal quality standards.

Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Support quality assurance efforts throughout the casting, forging, finishing, and machining production processes.
• Develop and maintain inspection plans, control plans, and PFMEAs.
• Conduct hands-on product inspections and metallurgical tests, including hardness, ultrasonic, dimensional, and surface finish testing.
• Operate and interpret results from quality tools and equipment such as CMMs, micrometers, roughness testers, and hardness testers.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions using 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone techniques.
• Support incoming, in-process, and final inspections for conformance to engineering specifications and customer requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards, including IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of quality data, test results, and nonconformance reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement initiatives and resolve quality issues.
• Participate in internal, customer, and third-party audits.
• Train production and maintenance personnel in quality requirements and procedures.
• Other responsibilities and projects assigned.

Requirements:

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong working knowledge of quality systems and tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings with proficiency in GD&T.
• Hands-on experience with measuring equipment and product inspection techniques.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with quality software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of safety practices and regulatory compliance in manufacturing settings.
• Project management and documentation control capabilities.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field.
• 3–5 years of quality engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably involving metal components or automotive parts.
• Experience in casting, forging, machining, or finishing processes is highly desirable.
• CQE certification or Six Sigma certification is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing and walking.
• Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery.
• Must be able to visually inspect machines.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity:

Bharat Forge is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws.