Quality Project Engineer

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Job Objective: To support the successful execution of projects-whether new developments, process changes, or operational initiatives-by ensuring that all key quality-related activities are properly planned, executed, and validated. The Project Quality Engineer works closely with the Project Manager and cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with customer requirements, internal standards, and applicable regulations.

Essential Job Functions:

• Act as the quality lead within project teams, working alongside the Project Manager to ensure that all critical activities are completed and validated successfully.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Logistics, Purchasing, and other departments to define and implement quality requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate and ensure the execution of required tests, validations, and approvals to guarantee product and process conformity.
• Monitor, document, and follow up on corrective and preventive actions. Apply lessons learned to prevent recurrence of non-conformities.
• Ensure the validity and proper application of quality assurance systems in production and dispatch processes.
• Approve and oversee the creation of new product codes and changes, ensuring that requests are clearly defined and properly documented.
• Define and maintain quality documentation (control plans, inspection guidelines, self-monitoring systems) for assigned projects.
• Identify significant, critical, and safety-related product features. Deliver training on production processes and statistical capability (Cp/Cpk).
• Travel between the Manchester and Somersworth, NH Facilities as required or requested
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Job Qualifications:

• Degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, or similar).
• Experience in quality assurance within automotive or manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, and control plans.
• Familiarity with VDA 6.3 audits and IATF 16949 standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFETY AND EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING

Fostering a culture where people thrive-safely, purposefully, and with opportunity. At Velcro USA Inc., we are committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and generous time-off to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Our culture encourages advancement and provides opportunities for both personal and professional development.

Safetyis a core value at Velcro USA Inc. and an essential part of every role. We are dedicated to maintaining a safe, healthy work environment through strict adherence to our Global Safety Rules and our goal of achieving Zero Injuries of Any Kind (ZIAK). Employees are expected to complete required safety training, use personal protective equipment (PPE), report unsafe conditions, and follow protocols for fall protection, lockout/tagout (LOTO), hot work, and confined spaces. Together, we foster a culture of prevention, accountability, and care.

Health and Welfare Benefits:

Medical and Prescription Coverage (HSA and HRA Options)

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Award Winning Wellness and Incentive Program

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Business Travel Accident Insurance

Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Retirement Savings Plan

401(k) Saving Plan with generous 5.5% Company match and Immediate Vesting

Time-Off Benefits

Paid Vacation Time

Paid Sick Time

Paid Parental Leave

13 Paid Company Holidays

Other Benefits and Programs

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Financial Wellness Benefit - Smart Dollar

Employee Recognition Programs

Employee Resource Groups

Charitable or Educational Matching Gift Program

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Velcro Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.