NRP Jones · 3 months ago
Quality Engineer-Machined Hydraulic Components
La Porte, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expNRP Jones is a leading manufacturer and master distributor of fluid conveyance solutions, and they are seeking a Quality Engineer – Machined Hydraulic Components to ensure that their products meet stringent customer, industry, and regulatory standards. The role involves developing inspection processes, supporting quality assurance, and driving continuous improvement in machining and quality processes.
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Responsibilities
Develop and maintain inspection and quality assurance processes for machined hydraulic fittings, adapters, and couplings
Interpret customer drawings, CAD models, and industry standards to define inspection requirements
Ensure compliance with SAE, ISO, API, ASME, and ASTM specifications relevant to hydraulic fittings and adapters
Support incoming, in-process, and final inspection of machined hydraulic components
Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) to verify tolerances and dimensional accuracy
Create and maintain inspection documentation, including PPAPs, FAIRs, control plans, and FMEAs
Lead corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes for machining non-conformances
Partner with machinists and engineers to improve processes, reduce scrap/rework, and enhance machining consistency
Apply statistical process control (SPC) and capability studies to validate machining and threading processes
Serve as a point of contact for customer quality requirements and audits
Provide documentation and reporting to customers on quality performance, certifications, and corrective actions
Ensure products meet pressure, safety, and corrosion standards for hydraulic applications
Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain on quality requirements and supplier quality programs
Train machinists, operators, and inspectors on GD&T, thread specifications, and hydraulic fitting tolerances
Support new product introductions by developing machining validation and inspection protocols
Qualification
Required
3–7 years of experience in quality engineering for machined parts ideally in hydraulic fittings, adapters, or related components
Strong knowledge of blueprint reading, GD&T, machining tolerances, and thread specifications (SAE JIC, NPT, ORFS, BSP, etc.)
Proficiency with precision measurement tools and CMMs
Experience with quality systems (ISO 9001, PPAP, FMEA, CAPA, APQP)
Familiarity with hydraulic industry standards and certifications (SAE, API, ASME, ASTM)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Quality Engineering (or equivalent experience)
Preferred
ASQ CQE certification or Six Sigma Green Belt preferred
Plant Operations: Strong understanding of plant operations and hose production processes
Quality Manual: Familiarity with NRP's Quality Manual and job-specific quality requirements
Leadership Skills: Development of leadership capabilities
Communication Skills: Strong verbal, oral and written communication skills
Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, 401(k))
Company
NRP Jones
NRP Jones manufactures hydraulic, industrial, and oilfield hoses, fittings and assemblies for both original equipment manufacturers.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2011-12-01Series Unknown
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