Quality Engineer

Job DetailsJob Location: Pan Oston - Bowling Green, KY 42101Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: AnyJob Category: QA - Quality ControlOwn Your Future at Pan-Oston

100% Employee-Owned • Bowling Green, KY

At Pan-Oston, you’re more than an employee — you’re an owner. For over 50 years, we’ve built retail solutions for some of North America’s biggest brands while building careers people are proud of.

Why Join Us?

Employee Ownership (ESOP) – Share in the company’s success
Work-Life Balance – Flex time for life’s important moments
Family-Focused Benefits – Childcare assistance & family coverage
Career Growth – Tuition reimbursement & advancement opportunities
Supportive Culture – A team built on respect, community, and integrity
Growing Company – Backed by a $10M facility expansion in Bowling Green

Benefits Include

Competitive Pay
Health Insurance
FREE Dental & Vision for Employee & Family
PTO, Sick Days & Paid Holidays
Paid Volunteer Time
Employee Assistance Program
Gym Membership Discounts

Build More Than Products — Build a Career You Can Own.

Now Hiring:

QUALITY ENGINEER

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Quality Engineer to support product and process quality across manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining quality standards, investigating non-conformances and customer complaints, implementing corrective actions, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The Quality Engineer will collaborate cross-functionally to improve product reliability, regulatory compliance, and overall customer satisfaction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance processes, procedures, and standards
Monitor manufacturing and production processes to ensure compliance with established quality requirements
Conduct root cause analysis and lead corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities
Review engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements to ensure quality compliance
Perform internal quality audits and support external/customer audits
Analyze quality data and prepare reports related to trends, defects, scrap, and process performance
Collaborate with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to identify and resolve quality issues
Support continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, and other problem-solving methodologies
Create and maintain quality documentation, including inspection procedures, control plans, and work instructions
Manage environmental and regulatory compliance reporting activities, including Air Permit compliance, KERC Tier II reporting, Form R reporting, and wastewater compliance
Administer and maintain the internal calibration system to meet audit requirements from organizations such as UL, ETL, and TÜV SÜD
Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines
QualificationsRequired Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred
Minimum of 2 years of experience in quality engineering or quality assurance within a manufacturing or related environment preferred
Knowledge of quality management systems and standards such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or AS9100
Experience with root cause analysis methodologies and tools, including 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and FMEA
Proficiency with statistical analysis techniques and quality improvement tools
Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and related documentation
Ability to work a flexible schedule and support multiple shifts as needed
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and quality management software systems

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification
Experience with Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma methodologies
Familiarity with SPC, PPAP, APQP, and MSA processes
Experience within manufacturing or other industrial production environments

Key Skills

Attention to detail
Analytical and critical thinking
Process improvement and continuous improvement methodologies
Data analysis and reporting
Technical documentation and recordkeeping
Cross-functional collaboration and teamwork
Project management and prioritization
Problem-solving and decision-making

Working Conditions

Combination of office and manufacturing floor environments
Frequent standing, walking, bending, and occasional lifting may be required
Occasional travel to supplier and customer locations as needed
Exposure to manufacturing equipment, noise, dust, and varying temperatures in production areas