First Shift: 7:00 am to 5:30 pm Monday through Thursday
This is an entry-level, salary position. All training will be provided. No experience necessary. Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
We are looking for a Quality Engineer Assistant or Apprentice to support senior quality engineering and production, and quality assurance teams by ensuring products meet quality standards and regulatory requirements. This is an entry-level position focusing on hands-on inspections, documentation, and assisting with continuous improvement projects.
Key Responsibilities:Inspections and Testing: Perform pre-production, in-process, incoming, or final inspections using various methods and instruments, and conduct product tests to check for defects.
Documentation: Maintain quality records, generate reports, document non-conformances, and update quality documentation.
Process Improvement: Assist in identifying opportunities for improvement, Corrective & Preventive Action implementation, and root cause analysis.
Production Support: Support production teams with troubleshooting, defect resolution, and ensuring adherence to Standard Operating Procedures and Customer Specific Requirements.
Auditing: Participate in internal quality audits and support external and customer audits.
Data Analysis: Use statistical tools to help analyze manufacturing data and monitor quality trends.
Qualifications and Skills RequiredEducation: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing) or relevant field. Apprenticeships may accept technical diplomas or relevant work experience.
Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g. ISO 9001, IATF 16949), measurement tools, and ability to read technical drawings, blueprints, etc.
Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset, good communication skills, and the ability to work in a team environment.
Software Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with quality management software is preferred.
This specific position is open to an Apprenticeship, which would focus on shadowing a senior engineer who provides mentorship for a period of 6-12 months. Additionally, the position would offer the following:
On-the-Job TrainingLearning Focus – Technical skills such as FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis), SPC (Statistical Process Control), and APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning
Benefits:Once the 90-day probationary period is complete, the company offers the following benefits:
40 Hours of PTO (pro-rated based on the date of hire)
24 Hours of Sick Time (pro-rated based on the date of hire)
Medical
Dental
VisionShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityLife, both company-sponsored and employee-paid
Accidental Death
Ancillary CoveragesAfter one year in service:401K
80 Hours of Paid Time Off
24 Hours of Sick Time
If you are interested, please complete the online application, upload your resume, or email your resume to hr@tomsmithindustries.com, or complete an application in person at our facility located at 500 Smith Drive, Englewood, Ohio 45315.