Grizzly Industrial ยท 1 month ago
Senior Quality Control Engineer
Bellingham, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expGrizzly Industrial is one of the USA's largest providers of woodworking and metalworking machinery, and they are seeking a Senior Quality Control Engineer to develop and maintain QA processes and ensure product quality. The role involves leading quality audits, supporting supplier quality assurance, and collaborating with product development to integrate quality considerations into designs.
ManufacturingRetail
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain QA processes, SOPs, and quality metrics
Plan and execute internal quality audits; document findings and follow up on corrective actions
Domestic and International travel to suppliers, factories and trade shows
Review quality control inspections to ensure processes are effective and compliant
Lead root cause analyses and implement preventive measures to avoid recurrence of defects
Work closely with product development to review designs and ensure quality considerations are built in from the start
Support supplier quality assurance by reviewing quality plans, coordinating audits, and monitoring supplier performance
Review and approve test protocols, inspection criteria, and quality control documentation for new and existing products
Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
Generate quality reports and present findings to management with clear recommendations
Maintain familiarity with safety and regulatory standards relevant to the product line
Regular and predictable attendance is required
Assist in training and onboarding of staff on QA procedures and best practices
Help develop documentation, guides, and training content for quality processes
Support customer service teams with escalated quality-related issues
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and cross-departmental projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Quality Assurance, Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and statistical/QA tools (e.g., Minitab, SPC software)
Minimum 5 year's experience working with Complex Engineering and/or Manufacturing Processes
Must be self-driven and able to deliver results while working independently
Organized, detail oriented, and able to meet deadlines
Ability to work in a fast-paced, structured environment
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Preferred
Experience with ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems preferred
Experience in manufacturing and QA at a machinery, automotive or consumer electronics manufacturer
Company
Grizzly Industrial
Founded in 1983, Grizzly Industrial, Inc. is a national retail, mail order and Internet company in the U.S.A.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase