Quality Engineer
Next Code Placement
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year · Bachelor's degree or Master's degree
- Must know
- RecruitingBusiness analysisAuditingOperationsStatistics
- Nice to have
- Lean / Six Sigma
- Work
- On-site in New York
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Auditing59%Operations44%Business analysis26%Recruiting1%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Oct 28, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
Next Code Placement is connecting qualified engineering professionals with potential Quality Engineering opportunities across the USA through its recruitment network, including hiring managers and staffing partners. We welcome candidates interested in quality assurance, manufacturing quality, process improvement, and quality systems roles.
Potential Job Titles
- Quality Engineer
- Quality Assurance Engineer
- Manufacturing Quality Engineer
- Supplier Quality Engineer
- Process Quality Engineer
- Quality Systems Engineer
- Continuous Improvement Engineer
- Validation and Quality Engineer
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality control procedures and inspection processes.
- Investigate product defects, customer complaints, and nonconformances.
- Conduct root-cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Monitor production quality metrics and identify opportunities for process improvement.
- Support internal audits, supplier assessments, and quality documentation.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, operations, and supplier teams.
- Ensure compliance with applicable quality standards and industry requirements.
- Prepare quality reports and maintain records of inspections, testing, and corrective actions.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Relevant experience in quality engineering, manufacturing, production, or quality assurance is beneficial.
- Knowledge of root-cause analysis, CAPA, statistical process control (SPC), and quality management systems.
- Familiarity with ISO 9001, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, FMEA, or 8D problem-solving is an advantage.
- Strong analytical, documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Entry-level and experienced candidates may be considered where suitable opportunities are available.
Requirements vary by employer and role.