Quality Engineer

At Kurt Machining our employee experience and ability to solve complex manufacturing challenges set us apart. We provide precision CNC-machining services utilizing state-of-the-art manufacturing, quality, and automation technology. Since 1946 we have delivered innovative solutions to the world’s most demanding customers and industries including aerospace, defense, semiconductor, oil and energy.

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Kurt Manufacturing is looking for a quality engineer who has what it takes to succeed in our dynamic, contract machining environment. The individual we are looking for has at least four years of experience in a quality engineer or quality support role, is detail oriented, motivated, and a self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills.

This person also has the ability to effectively interact with customers, has experience with developing quality control plans, performing mechanical inspections using a variety of hand gauges, has knowledge of GD&T, and has been exposed to quality tools (capability studies, SPC, problem solving, corrective actions, etc.).

If you are currently a quality engineer or a seasoned quality technician ready to take the next step, and you possess the majority of the skills outlined above, we invite you to apply and look forward to seeing your application!

Compensation

The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $79,000 to $105,000. The exact salary may be determined on a combination of factors including the candidate's knowledge, experience, skills, abilities, and education.

Essential Functions

Plans and directs activities concerned with development, application and maintenance of quality standards for industrial processes, materials and products.

Develops and initiates standards and methods for inspection, testing and evaluation, utilizing knowledge in engineering fields such as chemical, electrical or mechanical.

Devises sampling procedures and designs and develops forms and instruction for recording, evaluation and reporting quality and reliability data.

Establishes program to evaluate precision and accuracy of production equipment and testing, measurement, and analytical equipment and facilities.

Develops and implements methods and procedures for disposition of discrepant material and devises methods to assess cost and responsibility.

Benefits

Kurt Manufacturing is proud to offer a broad benefits package to include :

Medical, dental, vision plans which are effective on your hire date.

Health Care Savings Account (HSA)

Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

Company Paid Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Bereavement Leave

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reliable attendance is required.

Required

High School Diploma or equivalent GED

4 years of related experience

Preferred

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

10 years of related experience

ASQ Certification

APICS Certification

Physical Demands

The following physical demand factors should be used as a general guideline for employees listed under this job title. Specific requirements will vary based on the employee’s individual work responsibilities.

Strength Level Rating : Light work. Work involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

A worker in this job will frequently (from 1 / 3 to 2 / 3 of the time) :

Handle objects by seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with hands

Pick, pinch, or otherwise work primarily with fingers

Talk by expressing or exchanging communication by means of the spoken work to impart oral information

Hear by perceiving the nature of sounds by ear

The worker will occasionally (up to 1 / 3 of the time) :

Reach by extending hands and arms

Have near acuity with clarity of vision at 20 inches or less

Adjust vision to bring objects into sharp focus

Identify and distinguish colors

100% employee owned, Kurt Machining is a division of Kurt Manufacturing headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Employees thrive in our fast-paced environment with opportunities to learn and advance while delivering industry-leading parts and products. Kurt employees have the opportunity to work with some of the newest manufacturing technology available including 5-axis and multi-tasking machining, automation integration, robotics, and 3D printing. At Kurt Machining we embrace early-involvement engineering, lean manufacturing, and continuous-improvement practices.

What makes Kurt different? It starts with employee ownership, what we put into our products, passion that leads to profound pride, and the endless desire to deliver perfection on time, every time. That’s why we’ll never settle for good enough. It’s this dedication that created our legacy of excellence. If you are ready to transform your career with an industry leader, let us show you how owning something makes a difference.

Kurt Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces all individuals and what makes them unique. At Kurt we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, a disabled veteran, or an individual that has other barriers that limit your ability to access our on-line application system, please contact Human Resources at employment@kurt.com to discuss alternative ways to apply for open positions.

Job Details

Job Family Professional Exemption

Pay Type Salary

Employment Indicator Regular