Quality Engineer

DESTACO

Quality Engineer at DESTACO responsible for implementing lean manufacturing processes and maintaining quality management system. Conducting inspections and documentation reviews for compliance in various sectors.

Posted 5/15/2026full-timeWheeling • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Quality Engineer supports the Quality Manager in implementing lean manufacturing processes and supports efforts in maintaining the quality management system.
Additional responsibilities include supporting the Company’s quality initiatives by performing visual, and dimensional inspections coupled with documentation reviews to ensure compliance with quality and performance standards.
This position has a key role in interacting effectively with the Engineering, Manufacturing, Customer Service, and Materials Management.
Will interact and work closely with other departments to resolve quality issues
Implementing and maintaining standards of the Mt. Juliet Plant Quality Management System.
Will be required to perform visual and dimensional measurement inspections, non-destructive product testing and be able to use handheld gauges
Will be responsible for documenting, updating, and filling new and current quality documentation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrates the ability to effectively use all measuring hand tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators)
3+ years of working in a quality type role.
2+ years of experience working with tight tolerance machined products with GD&T
2+ years of working with handheld measuring equipment.
High energy, strong interpersonal skills, prefers to work in team environment with a positive attitude
Strong communication skills
Flexible, learns quickly
Interest in future career development
Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 requirements preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Must have complete understanding of 5 WHY / 8D / Root Cause Analysis methodologies
Must have a good understanding of GD&T specifications & blueprint reading
Must have working knowledge of APQP processes (PFMEA / Control Plans / Gage R&R)
Must be able to use Microsoft Office software for creating quality related documents
Assists in the development of standardized work instructions & process maps
Learn and maintain knowledge of documentation required to meet customer’s standards
Work closely with production staff to solve quality problems and answer questions on quality
Capable of managing and completing multiple tasks accurately and expeditiously
Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and complete work with a sense of urgency
Ability to lift 50lbs

ATS Keywords

✓ Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

lean manufacturingquality management systemvisual inspectiondimensional inspectionnon-destructive testingGD&Tmeasuring hand toolsmicrometerscalipersindicators

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillscommunication skillsteamworkflexibilityquick learnerpositive attitudeinterest in career development

Certifications

ISO 9001:2015