Quality Engineer

Kremin Inc., a Threadlock Precision company, is a precision machine shop located in Frankenmuth, Michigan, specializing in high-quality machining for aerospace, defense, medical device, energy, and general industrial applications. We take pride in our commitment to precision, efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement. Backed by strong financial support and positioned for continued expansion, we are investing in our people, capabilities, operations, and commercial strategies to support long-term growth and meet increasing demand across complex, high-precision manufacturing programs. We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Quality Engineer at our facility located in Frankenmuth, Michigan. As a Quality Engineer, you'll play an instrumental role in developing and maintaining quality processes, ensuring compliance with customer and regulatory requirements, and driving continuous improvement across the business. This role is critical to delivering high-quality products that meet customer expectations and internal performance goals. You will support production teams, solve problems, and help strengthen the systems and processes that directly impact product quality, customer satisfaction, operational performance, and our ability to achieve both company and customer objectives.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, implement, and maintain quality control systems to ensure compliance with ISO 9001, AS9100, and customer requirements.Conduct root cause analysis and corrective action processes to address quality issues.Provide technical support for inspection, audit, and testing activities for machined components to ensure compliance with specifications and quality requirements, with the ability to assist directly in hands-on verification when needed.Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve manufacturing processes and product quality.Create and maintain documentation for quality procedures, inspection plans, and process controls.Support new product introduction (NPI) by ensuring quality considerations are integrated into design and manufacturing processes.Train employees on quality standards, inspection techniques, and continuous improvement initiatives.Work with customers and suppliers to resolve quality-related concerns and drive improvements.Basic QualificationsBachelor’s degree in engineering or quality with at least 3 years of quality engineering experience in a precision machining or manufacturing environment (In lieu of a Bachelor's Degree, at least 7 years).Experience with quality management systems (ISO 9001 and/or AS9100) and regulatory compliance, GD&T, metrology, and machining processes.Experience with root cause analysis tools (8D, 5-Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, etc.).This position requires compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations. As such, candidates must be a “U.S. Person” as defined by applicable law (e.g., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or asylee/refugee).Preferred Qualifications (in addition to Basic Qualifications)CMM programming and operation,Key CompetenciesQuality & Compliance Mindset: Strong understanding of quality standards, customer requirements, and the importance of consistent, compliant processes.Technical Manufacturing Knowledge: Ability to understand machining processes, drawings, specifications, GD&T, metrology, and inspection requirements.Problem Solving & Root Cause Thinking: Strong ability to investigate issues, identify root cause, recommend solutions, and support corrective action.Continuous Improvement Orientation: Proactive approach to improving processes, reducing variation, strengthening quality, and supporting operational performance.Communication & Influence: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across production, engineering, quality, customers, and suppliers.Collaboration & Teamwork: Ability to build positive working relationships and partner cross-functionally to resolve issues and drive improvement.Independence & Accountability: Ability to work independently, manage priorities, follow through on commitments, and take ownership of assigned work.Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with changing priorities and business needs.EEO Statement Threadlock Precision is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.More about Threadlock PrecisionThreadlock Precision is a rapidly growing engineered component manufacturing organization serving leading aerospace and defense customers, including OEMs and Tier 1/Tier 2 suppliers. Backed by strong financial support and positioned for continued expansion, we are investing in our people, capabilities, operations, and commercial strategies to support long-term growth and meet increasing demand across complex, high-precision manufacturing programs.