Ultimate Staffing · 16 hours ago
Incoming Quality Control Engineer
Ultimate Staffing is seeking an Incoming Quality Control (IQC) Engineer to join a client in Fort Worth Texas. The IQC Engineer ensures that all incoming raw materials meet established quality standards before entering production and oversees supplier quality performance, conducts audits, and manages quality KPIs.
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Responsibilities
Prepare and update IQC history files, inspection instructions, and sampling plans within the company database
Oversee incoming material inspections and approve IQC inspection results in company database
Maintain accurate records of inspection activities, dispositions, and quality documentation
Create and manage SIPs, including approval and filing within database
Evaluate and confirm material issues related to incoming raw materials
Generate Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs) to escalate issues to suppliers and request corrective/preventive actions
Ensure all non‑conforming material is contained in the MRB area until final disposition
Coordinate segregation and disposition activities for non‑conforming materials
Issue purge notices in database and monitor implementation of engineering changes in IQC
Request and review failure analysis (FA) for material‑related issues
Follow up on supplier SCARs
Conduct audits and coordinate with suppliers to ensure compliance with quality standards
Work closely with SQM engineers to support joint IQC/SQM activities
Provide training and guidance to IQC inspectors
Manage and track IQC KPIs to monitor inspection effectiveness and supplier quality
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance material quality and process reliability
Qualification
Required
Experience: Minimum 5 years in Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE), supplier development, or internal auditing
Leadership: At least 2 years of supervisory or team‑lead experience
Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of electrical, mechanical, or industrial engineering
Technical Expertise: Ability to interpret drawings and specifications (GD&T)
Technical Expertise: Familiarity with SMT and FA manufacturing processes
Quality Tools & Standards: Proficient in Core Tools (SPC, PPAP, FMEA) and quality systems such as ISO 9001 / IATF 16949
Inspection Standards: Able to apply visual inspection criteria (IPC‑A‑610)
Problem Solving: Demonstrated capability in root cause analysis and corrective action planning
Project Management: Experience managing projects and tracking KPIs
Soft Skills: Detail‑oriented, data‑driven, collaborative, and effective in multicultural environments
Preferred
Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or similar certification
Experience quality management systems
Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma methodologies