Senior Quality Engineer

OpTek Systems is a global supplier of laser processing tools and sub-contract laser machining services.

The Senior Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring that OpTek Systems Greeneville manufactured and purchased components and parts meet all product quality requirements they also support the effective implementation and execution of the site Quality Management System (QMS) by providing technical quality engineering expertise in line with ISO 9001. This role focuses on investigation, analysis, process control, inspection activities, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure products and processes meet defined customer, engineering, and regulatory requirements. The Quality Engineer operates as an individual contributor and supports operational efficiency, product conformity, and customer satisfaction throughout the facility.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Quality Engineering & Problem Solving
• Inspection, Measurement & Process Control
• Nonconformance & MRB Support
• Supplier & Customer Quality Support
• Audit & Compliance Support
• Documentation & Training
• Operational & KPI Support
• Authority & Decision Making

Education and/or Experience

• Associate or Bachelor degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Science, or related technical discipline preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant quality engineering experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years' experience in a manufacturing quality or quality engineering role.
• Demonstrated hands on experience with root cause analysis and corrective action, nonconformance management, inspection methods and measurement systems, quality data analysis and reporting, and blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 required. Experience with ISO 13485, ISO 14001, and/or AS9100 is a plus.
• Experience with continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and problem-solving methodologies preferred.