Quality Engineer-Assembly

Company Summary80 years and countless innovations later, JCB is the world’s largest privately-owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. At 22 plants spanning four continents—and countries including the United States, the United Kingdom, India and BrazilJCB manufactures a range of more than 300 products including Loadall telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, Access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and Fastrac tractors.JCB people are at the heart of our business and as a family-owned business we answer to our customers, not a group of shareholders. That freedom allows us to concentrate on developing the latest technologies and incorporating them into our equipment. We focus on what our customer needs on the jobsite – a machine that holds up in the toughest environment and increases their productivity.At JCB, we stand behind our products – and our name.Position SummaryThe Assembly Quality Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of machines produced on the assembly line. This role focuses on identifying and resolving quality issues, improving assembly processes, and ensuring compliance with internal standards and customer expectations. The engineer will work closely with production, design, and supplier teams to drive continuous improvement and deliver high-performance products.Position Type: ExemptKey ResponsibilitiesMonitor and improve quality performance on the skid steer assembly line.Investigate and resolve assembly-related quality issues using root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies.Develop and implement inspection plans, quality checkpoints, and standard operating procedures.Collaborate with design and manufacturing engineering to ensure manufacturability and quality in new product introductions.Support first article inspections (FAI), process audits, and final product audits.Analyze defect data and trends to identify systemic issues and drive improvement initiatives.Train assembly personnel on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.Maintain documentation and records in accordance with ISO 9001 and JCB quality management systems.Participate in cross-functional teams to support lean manufacturing and Six Sigma projects.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.3+ years of experience in quality engineering within a manufacturing or assembly environment.Strong understanding of mechanical systems, hydraulics, and assembly processes.Experience with quality tools such as 8D, FMEA, SPC, and root cause analysis.Proficiency in reading engineering drawings and using measurement tools.Excellent problem-solving and communication skillsJob ConditionsBoth office environment and occasionally manufacturing/factory environmentSubject to noise and temperature changesPhysical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:Sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.JCB is an equal employment opportunities (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. EEO EMPLOYER/VET/DISABLED.JCB Inc. is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our website at https://www.jcb.com/en-gb/about/careers.Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job