QA Engineer

Ellis & Watts Global Industries Inc

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

About us …
Ellis & Watts solve complex engineering challenges. We build components to survive demanding applications and we deliver robust performance in the harshest environments; Nuclear, medical, and military. We don’t just work to the highest standards, we embody them. Ellis & Watts means mission-critical engineering; nuclear-grade safety, medical-grade quality, and military-grade durability.
The role …
The Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer leads quality improvement initiatives and enhances business processes to optimize production efficiency. This role requires advanced analytical skills and the ability to drive product reliability and performance. The QA Engineer will proactively identify potential quality issues and implement solutions, ensuring compliance with Company and industry standards.
This position is on-site at our facility located in Batavia, OH.
If you would like to make a real difference as part of a winning team, then we want to hear from you!

You will ...

• Lead quality assurance efforts for specific projects, ensuring that all quality standards are met throughout the project lifecycle
• Identify and recommend improvements for existing products and processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement quality assurance programs and projects
• Ensure comprehensive compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements
• Participate in preparation for and execution of customer and regulatory audits, ensuring all documentation and processes meet required standards
• Oversee the development and execution of Corrective Actions and Nonconformance Reports, ensuring timely resolution
• Provide quality assurance guidance to inspectors, engineers, and shop personnel.
• Perform vendor audits as lead auditor
• Manage vendor quality assurance processes, including auditing, vendor surveillance, and document submittal review
• Create and review complex documentation, including final document packages, commercial-grade dedication packages, and customer submittals
• Perform inspections in manufacturing and receiving areas when required

You’ll have …

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a Quality Engineer role, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering field
• Preferably qualifications as a lead auditor per NQA-1
• The ability to read industry codes and standards
• The ability to lead projects and initiatives, and work collaboratively across teams
• Strong attention to detail is required and an understanding of fabrication processes (including some of the following: welding, cutting, electrical, HVAC, testing, and vendor oversight) is preferred
• Preferably a certified weld inspector qualification
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and documentation skills with internal and external stakeholders
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Experience with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems

Just so you know …

• This position will require up to 25% international or domestic travel
• Ellis & Watts requires pre-employment drug testing and a background check

We offer …

• Competitive compensation and generous employee benefits.
• A casual work environment.
• Fun team celebrations throughout the year!

If this sounds like a good match and you want to learn more about this exciting role, get in touch with us today!

Ellis & Watts is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer of women, minorities, individuals with disabilities & protected veterans.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [email protected], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.