Altamira Material Solutions · 19 hours ago
Quality Engineer
Altamira Material Solutions is seeking a hands-on Quality Engineer to join their growing team. This role is crucial in ensuring that precision-machined products meet strict customer and regulatory requirements, and involves leading inspection activities, programming CMMs, and managing quality documentation.
IndustrialIndustrial EngineeringManufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead incoming, in-process, and final inspection activities; develop and maintain inspection plans and sampling methods
Program and operate CMMs (PC-DMIS or Calypso) to inspect precision-machined parts; verify measurements and maintain calibration
Interpret blueprints and apply GD&T to validate dimensions, surface finishes, and tolerances
Manage nonconforming material (NCMR/MRB) and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) using structured root-cause tools
Conduct internal ISO 9001 audits and support external or customer audits as needed
Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Suppliers to resolve quality issues and drive continuous improvement
Maintain quality documentation (inspection records, control plans, FAIR/FAI) and support validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ)
Analyze process data, monitor trends, and provide clear reports for management review
Train and support team members on inspection methods and quality standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Quality, or related field; or equivalent experience
3+ years in quality engineering or inspection in a precision machining environment
Hands-on CMM programming and operation experience
Strong GD&T interpretation and blueprint reading skills
Experience with NCMR/MRB and CAPA processes
Familiarity with internal auditing and ISO 9001 systems
Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills
Preferred
Experience in the medical device industry (ISO 13485 / 21 CFR 820)
Exposure to PFMEA, PPAP, control plans, and process validation
Lean/6σ or Green Belt certification a plus
Company
Altamira Material Solutions
Altamira Material Solutions specializes in PTFE molding, paste extrusion, plastics machining, and fabrication.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase