Windings, Inc. · 11 hours ago
Quality Engineer
New Ulm, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$75K/yr - $95K/yr
3+ years expWindings, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned company that supports critical industries like Aerospace, Defense, Automotive, and Medical. They are seeking a hands-on, results-driven Quality Engineer to lead quality planning, compliance, and improvements while collaborating with Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain.
Electrical DistributionElectronicsManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Meredith Long, aPHR
Responsibilities
Drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) by identifying true root causes, implementing corrective actions, and validating long-term effectiveness using 8D and A3 methodologies
Act as a change agent—implementing improvements that enhance production methods, product quality, equipment performance, and efficiency
Establish and achieve quality performance targets for product conformance and process capability, proactively reporting variances and recommending corrective actions
Use Statistical Process Control (SPC) tools to support process capability and problem-solving efforts
Develop and maintain inspection, testing, calibration, and evaluation methods for incoming materials, in-process product, finished goods, returns, and equipment
Create and implement sampling plans and systems for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability data
Support and strengthen QMS processes aligned to applicable standards such as AS9100, ISO 9001:2015, and IPC J-STD
Assist in performing gap assessments and translating findings into actionable improvement plans that close system and capability gaps quickly
Collaborate with coworkers and leaders to apply structured quality improvement methods: assessment, planning, implementation, and validation
Work closely with Supply Chain to support supplier quality improvement and strengthen incoming quality performance. Support mechanical/electrical testing for new and existing products, raw materials, warranty returns, and calibration activities
Assist in developing and updating policies and procedures critical to the ongoing success of the Quality Management System
Qualification
Required
Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems and quality function leadership within a manufacturing environment
Solid experience with problem-solving methods, continuous improvement philosophies, and Lean/Six Sigma practices
Strong written and verbal communication skills—you can clearly document issues and influence cross-functional action
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and deliver results
Comfortable partnering with all levels of the organization—from the production floor to senior leadership
Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline (EE, ME, IE, BS, or similar), or equivalent training and experience
3–5 years of experience in Quality Engineering, Quality Systems, and/or Engineering
Experience in a manufacturing environment required
Preferred
Experience supporting Aerospace, Defense, or Space products
Certifications such as CQE, ASQ Green/Black Belt, or QMS certification are a plus
Benefits
10-12% of your annual earnings to your retirement—at no cost to you
Performance-based bonus program based on company performance goals
Company
Windings, Inc.
Windings is an employee owned company with over 50 years of experience in building motors and custom electromagnetic components for the aerospace, defense, automation, automotive, oil & gas, and power generation .
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
H
Heather Braimbridge
Chief Executive Officer and President
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