NEFF Automation ยท 6 days ago
Manufacturing / Quality Engineer
Franklin, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$80K/yr - $110K/yr
2+ years expNEFF Automation is focused on ensuring high-quality manufacturing processes and compliance. The Manufacturing/Quality Engineer will oversee production setups, quality protocols, and serve as a liaison among various teams to maintain rigorous customer quality standards.
Industrial Automation
Responsibilities
Production Setup & Process Control: Plan, establish, and optimize production setups and control systems to ensure repeatable, scalable, and efficient manufacturing. Create and document standardized work instructions, process flows, and tooling/fixturing designs to enable high-quality, volume-based production
Quality Engineering: Interpret and implement customer quality requirements, including PFMEAs, Process Control Plans (PCPs), First Article Inspections (FAIs), and other advanced quality planning tools. Develop, maintain, and audit quality documentation and ensure full compliance with customer standards
Testing & Validation: Design, develop, and validate custom test fixtures and protocols to ensure process capability and verify that finished products meet both functional and quality requirements. Oversee execution of validation and testing during launches and continuous production
PPAP & Compliance: Prepare and submit complete Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) documentation, manage dimensional inspections, and coordinate with internal/external quality resources to fulfill all compliance needs
Customer Quality Management: Serve as primary contact for customer quality inquiries, audits, and issue resolution. Effectively communicate project status, quality concerns, and corrective actions, maintaining transparency and trust
Continuous Improvement: Lead root cause analysis, corrective/preventive actions (CAPA), and continual improvement initiatives utilizing tools such as 8D, Six Sigma, or Lean methodologies
Cross-functional Coordination: Collaborate with engineering, production, value-add, and supplier teams to develop robust manufacturing and inspection processes. Participate in internal and external meetings to ensure alignment and drive results
Training & Documentation: Train staff on new setups, quality tools, and use of fixtures. Develop and maintain thorough documentation, including SOPs and training materials
Project/Production Planning: Support project engineering and production teams by developing process plans, timelines, and resource requirements for new and existing assemblies
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated experience in manufacturing engineering, quality engineering, or related discipline, preferably supporting pneumatic, electrical, or automated assembly
Expertise in applying and fulfilling customer-specific quality requirements, including PFMEA, PCPs, FAIs, and PPAPs
Ability to design, develop, and improve mechanical assemblies, fixturing, and custom test equipment; solid knowledge of electrical principles and wiring
Skilled at developing process flows, work instructions, and producing scalable solutions for new projects and volume ramp-up
Strong capability in troubleshooting, root cause analysis, problem resolution, and driving continuous improvement
Proficiency in planning, organizing, and executing multiple projects to meet deadlines and customer expectations
Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and documentation skills; proven ability to coordinate among cross-functional teams and stakeholders
Minimum 2+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, quality engineering, or a related field
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or equivalent experience strongly preferred
Proficient with quality management systems, project management tools, Microsoft Office Suite, and CAD/3D modeling software (such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or equivalent)
Company
NEFF Automation
NEFF Automation is a fourth generation, family-owned high tech distribuor.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase