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Job Summary

Are you passionate about driving quality excellence and continuous improvement within a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Do you enjoy analyzing data, solving complex problems, and strengthening systems that ensure products meet the highest standards of performance and reliability? If so,Human Active Technology (HAT) is seeking aQuality Engineer to play a critical role in advancing our Quality Management System and supporting operational excellence across our manufacturing operations.

This role plays a critical part in advancing HAT's quality strategy by leading ISO 9001 compliance initiatives, facilitating cross-functional process improvements, and implementing best-in-class quality methodologies that support operational excellence and scalable manufacturing.

What You'll Do

Based in ourEaston, PA headquarters, theQuality Engineer will play a key role in supporting the performance and continuous improvement of HAT's Quality Management System while partnering with cross-functional teams across manufacturing, engineering, and operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for an analytical professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys identifying improvement opportunities that strengthen both processes and product quality.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Analyze quality data including product defects, customer concerns, incoming material issues, and field failures to identify trends and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Track and analyze key Quality Management System (QMS) performance indicators and communicate results to leadership to support data-driven improvements
• Review internal processes and procedures to ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 standards and internal quality documentation
• Investigate product field failures and coordinate RMA, rework, or recall activities when necessary to minimize customer impact
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective action initiatives for product or process failures
• Ensure effective inspection processes are in place for incoming materials, in-process production, and final product inspections
• Support material review board (MRB) processes and ensure proper identification and segregation of non-conforming products
• Conduct internal quality audits across all aspects of the Quality Management System and drive corrective actions for improvement opportunities
• Develop, revise, and standardize documented procedures, work instructions, and process documentation
• Conduct training sessions on quality procedures, process standards, and work instructions
• Actively participate in the Engineering Change Notice (ECN) process to support process standardization and improvement
• Apply quality and problem-solving tools such as FMEA, CAPA, Fishbone, Fault Tree Analysis, Lean methodologies, and 5-Why analysis
• Communicate quality issues and improvement opportunities across the organization to support proactive problem resolution
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve manufacturing processes and product quality

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related technical field
• 5+ years of manufacturing quality experience in a production environment
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems
• Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) preferred
• Experience utilizing quality methodologies such as Lean, FMEA, CAPA, 8D, PDCA/A3, and root cause analysis techniques
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications
• Strong planning, organizational, and project management capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple technical projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter who is highly organized, adaptable, and able to work independently
• Collaborative team player who can work effectively with employees at all levels of the organization

Who We Are

HAT is a rapidly growing manufacturer of monitor mounting solutions, height-adjustable tables, and other ergonomic office products. We specialize in custom manufacturing and are known for our creative solutions and exceptional product quality. Headquartered in Easton, PA, we also have offices and showrooms in California, New York City, Chicago, and the Netherlands.

Why Join HAT?

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• Employee assistance program and employee discounts
• Paid time off including vacation, personal days, and holidays
• Work in a collaborative environment that values quality, innovation, and continuous improvement

At HAT, we value hard work, collaboration, and creative problem-solving. If you're ready to be part of an industry leader in ergonomic office solutions, apply today!

Location: Easton, PA |Department: Quality |Schedule: Monday-Friday |Salary Range: $70,000 - $95,000