Quality Engineer Jobs in Kentucky

A Quality Engineer plays a crucial role in the engineering industry, primarily being responsible for ensuring the quality of processes and products in production. They develop and implement quality control systems, oversee the analysis and inspection of products, and identify and eliminate defects for the highest level of customer satisfaction. They also work to enhance the efficiency of production and reduce costs. They are significantly involved in the development and optimization of inspection processes, the analysis of quality cost problems, or the setup of quality control parameters when launching a new product.

Important skills for a Quality Engineer include statistical analysis, proficiency in auditing and quality testing, an understanding of manufacturing and engineering processes, and strong problem-solving abilities. They should ideally have a Six Sigma Certification or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) credential. Prior to becoming a Quality Engineer, one could serve roles such as a Quality Technician, Quality Inspector, or Process Engineer, which help provide a solid foundation in quality control and process improvement needed in the Quality Engineer role.

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Global Quality Engineer

  • Florence, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Florence, KY
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary The Global Quality Engineer will be responsible for quality issues of key customers including escalations, root cause analysis, corrective actions, communication to customer/internal stakeholders...

Software Quality Engineer III (Mainframe)

  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 days ago

ARC is looking for a Software Quality Engineer III to join our team!...

Supplier Quality Engineer

  • Madisonville, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Madisonville, KY
  • 4 days ago

Summary** Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet...

Remote Work

Product Quality Engineer - Investment Castings

  • Madisonville, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Madisonville, KY
  • 4 days ago

The Product Quality Engineer for Aerospace Investment Casting manufacturing process will drive product qualifications and quality improvements for key performance indicators (KPIs) of suppliers within...

Lead Quality Engineer - Bill of Characteristics

  • Madisonville, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Madisonville, KY
  • 5 days ago

Summary** As a Bill of Characteristics Lead Quality Engineer, you are the voice of design engineering on the creation and incorporation of the Bill of Characteristics (BoC) with quality control plans...

Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

  • Madisonville, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Madisonville, KY
  • 6 days ago

Summary** Drive quality for assigned suppliers, including quality plan implementation. Select suppliers through qualification processes. Own supplier results, drive improvements utilizing supplier...

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Test Engineer Stf - Special Operations Forces / Lexington, KY

  • Lexington, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 6 days ago

You will be a Test Engineer for our Special Operations Forces Global Logistic Support Services (SOF GLSS) team, based in Lexington, KY. Our team is responsible for modifying military aircraft and...

Product Quality Engineer - Machining/Fabrication

  • Madisonville, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Madisonville, KY
  • 7 days ago

**Job Description** **Roles and Responsibilities** + Product Quality Engineer will have a technical understanding of engineering drawings and will have the ability to manage suppliers and/or quality...

TAVS Advanced Manufacturing Quality Engineer/Zero Defect

  • Madisonville, KY
  • 9 days ago
  • Madisonville, KY
  • 9 days ago

Summary** The TAVS Advanced Manufacturing Quality Engineer will drive deployment of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) within the internal Additive manufacturing organization to ensure on-time...

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Advanced Supplier Quality Engineer

  • Madisonville, KY
  • 10 days ago
  • Madisonville, KY
  • 10 days ago

The Supplier Advance Quality Engineer will lead Standardization of tools and process to be followed throughout the business and will work closely with other functions such as Engineering, Commercial...

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Manufacturing Quality Engineer - 2nd Shift

  • Louisville, KY
  • 11 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 11 days ago

Position Manufacturing Quality Engineer - 2nd Shift Location USA, Louisville, KY How You'll Create Possibilities As a Manufacturing Quality Engineer - Test Systems, you will: Collaborate with operations...

Quality Engineer - Pharma/CAPAs

  • Paris, KY
  • 15 days ago
  • Paris, KY
  • 15 days ago

-ASQ Certified Quality Engineer, or are currently pursuing certification preferred. -GMP experience preferably in Pharma Synerfac Technical Staffing ......

Software Supplier Quality Engineer

  • Harrodsburg, KY
  • 18 days ago
  • Harrodsburg, KY
  • 18 days ago

assurance engineers) to ensure collaboration and clear communication Conduct regular meetings with suppliers and design team members Prepare and distribute reports summarizing the status of supplier...

Senior Quality Engineer

  • Lexington, KY
  • 19 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 19 days ago

Brady Corporation is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer who will maintain and uphold the quality systems that support the manufacturing and R&D activities of Brady's microfluidic solutions business....

Test Engineer III

  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 days ago

Sierra Space Careers: Dare to Dream We honor those that are not afraid to dream big dreams, those that tenaciously chase their dreams even when others say it cannot be done, those that achieve big...

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Quality Engineer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Quality in Construction
Poor quality builds have a detrimental impact on the construction industry. On this course, you will tackle this problem with professional research and insight into the delivery of quality...
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Learn about how the quality of water is a direct result of complex bio-geo-chemical interactions, and about how to use these processes to mitigate water quality issues. Interested in environmental...
Quality Engineer - Supplier Quality Evaluation & Management
Every organization wants to purchase and procure the best products for its business interests and customers. This is where its quality engineers play a vital role. Aside from performing tasks...

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Salary for Quality Engineer Jobs in Kentucky

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireEngineering research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Quality Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Quality Engineers in Kentucky offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.7%
Master's Degree
34.9%
Associate's Degree
4.8%
Doctorate Degree
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.0%
High School or GED
1.9%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Quality Engineers in Kentucky
2-4 years
50.0%
4-6 years
35.0%
6-8 years
10.0%
Less than 1 year
5.0%



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