Quality Engineer-Machined Hydraulic Components

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:

About NRP Jones

NRP Jones is a leading manufacturer and master distributor of fluid conveyance solutions, including hydraulic hose, fittings, adapters, and assemblies. Our machined fittings and adapters are critical components in demanding applications where precision, safety, and reliability are non-negotiable. We are seeking a Quality Engineer – Machined Hydraulic Components to ensure that our products meet stringent customer, industry, and regulatory standards while driving continuous improvement in machining and quality processes.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Assurance & Standards

• Develop and maintain inspection and quality assurance processes for machined hydraulic fittings, adapters, and couplings.
• Interpret customer drawings, CAD models, and industry standards to define inspection requirements.
• Ensure compliance with SAE, ISO, API, ASME, and ASTM specifications relevant to hydraulic fittings and adapters.

Inspection & Testing

• Support incoming, in-process, and final inspection of machined hydraulic components.
• Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) to verify tolerances and dimensional accuracy.
• Create and maintain inspection documentation, including PPAPs, FAIRs, control plans, and FMEAs.

Continuous Improvement & Root Cause Analysis

• Lead corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes for machining non-conformances.
• Partner with machinists and engineers to improve processes, reduce scrap/rework, and enhance machining consistency.
• Apply statistical process control (SPC) and capability studies to validate machining and threading processes.

Customer & Compliance

• Serve as a point of contact for customer quality requirements and audits.
• Provide documentation and reporting to customers on quality performance, certifications, and corrective actions.
• Ensure products meet pressure, safety, and corrosion standards for hydraulic applications.

Cross-Functional Support

• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain on quality requirements and supplier quality programs.
• Train machinists, operators, and inspectors on GD&T, thread specifications, and hydraulic fitting tolerances.
• Support new product introductions by developing machining validation and inspection protocols.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• 3–7 years of experience in quality engineering for machined parts ideally in hydraulic fittings, adapters, or related components.
• Strong knowledge of blueprint reading, GD&T, machining tolerances, and thread specifications (SAE JIC, NPT, ORFS, BSP, etc.).
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools and CMMs.
• Experience with quality systems (ISO 9001, PPAP, FMEA, CAPA, APQP).
• Familiarity with hydraulic industry standards and certifications (SAE, API, ASME, ASTM).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• ASQ CQE certification or Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.
• Plant Operations: Strong understanding of plant operations and hose production processes.
• Quality Manual: Familiarity with NRP’s Quality Manual and job-specific quality requirements.

Recommended Training/Skills (Continuing Education):

• Leadership Skills: Development of leadership capabilities.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal, oral and written communication skills.
• Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Performance Metrics (KPIs)

• First-pass yield on machined fittings and adapters.
• Scrap/rework rates on hydraulic components.
• Customer non-conformance reports (NCRs) and PPM.
• Timeliness and closure rate of corrective actions.
• Audit results and compliance with ISO/industry standards.

Why NRP Jones?

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, 401(k)).
• Be part of a team ensuring the precision, safety, and reliability of hydraulic fittings and adapters used in critical applications worldwide.

Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Quality Engineering (or equivalent experience)..