Regional Manufacturing Engineer - Quality

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Quality Engineer is responsible for driving manufacturing process excellence, operational efficiency, and product quality across multiple facilities. This role serves as the primary manufacturing engineering resource supporting process optimization, continuous improvement, operational problem solving, and manufacturing readiness while partnering closely with Operations and Quality leadership. 

Job Description

Manufacturing Quality Engineer
Responsible Locations:Portland, OR | Denver, CO | Salt Lake City, UT
Homebase:Denver/Aurora, CO
Travel:Regional travel, approximately 30%
Salary:$103K – $120K base + bonus incentive, based on experience and education

About the Role

We are seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineer to support multiple operations sites across the Northwest region. This role will partner closely with Operations and Quality leadership to improve manufacturing processes, strengthen quality performance, and support continuous improvement across multiple locations.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical resource who is comfortable working on the shop floor, solving process challenges, analyzing data, and helping teams improve how work gets done.

What You’ll Do

• Improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, throughput, and quality
• Lead Lean and continuous improvement initiatives, including Kaizen, 5S, and waste reduction
• Support daily operations through technical problem-solving and process improvements
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions using structured methodologies
• Strengthen quality systems and compliance, including ISO 9001 and AS9100
• Support new product introductions, process validation, and standardization of best practices across sites

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, process, or quality engineering
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement
• Strong problem-solving, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Familiarity with regulated manufacturing environments and quality systems

Preferred:Lean Six Sigma certification, multi-site experience, APQP/PPAP knowledge, or exposure to aerospace or industrial manufacturing.

Why This Role

This is a visible, multi-site role with the opportunity to improve how work gets done across operations. You will help reduce waste, improve quality, and support stronger performance across several manufacturing locations.

Additional Details

• Regular regional travel is required, approximately 30%
• No sponsorship is available for this position
• Due to ITAR regulations, candidates must be eligible to work in restricted environments

Job Compensation

105K - $120K + Bonus Incentive $20K (Based on candidates experience and degree)

Benefits Overview

We offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Voluntary Wellness Programs
• 401(k) or RRSP programs with Company Match 
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And more!

Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or tk representative for applicable benefits information.

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