Quality Engineer
Marmon Holdings · Bellows Falls, VT
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Quality
- Degree
- Preferred
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 11 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level quality role at Marmon Holdings (industrial) in Bellows Falls, VT. Develop, document, and maintain quality control standards and ongoing quality objectives; create and implement inspection criteria, inspection masters, and procedures.
- They ask for
- degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Root cause, GD&T, ISO 9001, Supplier quality
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Quality Engineer roles in the US: typical posted base $96k–$135k.
Median of the low and high ends of 464 live postings that list pay, out of 1137 quality engineer openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 7 other live quality postings in Vermont.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 88%
- ✓ Lean 75%
- ✓ Six Sigma 75%
- AS9100 63%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 50%
- CAPA 38%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Responsibilities
- ◆Develop, document, and maintain quality control standards and ongoing quality objectives; create and implement inspection criteria, inspection masters, and procedures.
- ◆Collaborate with Quality and cross-functional team members to support new product development, supplier quality initiatives, quality projects, and continuous improvement activities.
- ◆Engage early in product planning and development to identify manufacturability risks and project-related Quality risks to ensure product performance.
- ◆Apply structured problem-solving methods, including root cause analysis and corrective action, to product investigations such as customer complaints and feedback.
- ◆Conduct technical reviews and analysis of deviations, performance metrics, and nonconforming or anomalous conditions.
- ◆Identify systemic quality issues and ensure effective corrective actions are implemented and sustained.
- ◆Support on-site and remote assessments of Sonnax suppliers; collaborate with suppliers to improve Quality systems, delivery performance, and continuous improvement plans.
- ◆Analyze performance data, identify trends, and initiate improvement actions for key Quality metrics.
- ◆Interface with internal stakeholders and supplier partners to support procurement of materials, products, and services that meet Quality and customer requirements.
- ◆Provide daily technical support to inspection and testing personnel to ensure accuracy, consistency, and technical integrity of Quality activities.
Education and Experience
- ✓Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) or equivalent, with five (5) or more years of experience in engineering, process methods, inspection, and/or Quality Control; experience in precision metal fabrication preferred.
- ✓Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Six Sigma methodologies; certification is a plus.
- ✓Proficient knowledge of GD&T.
- ✓Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- ✓ASQ certification or formal Quality training preferred.
- ✓Familiarity with Quality Management Systems, including ISO 9001, preferred.
- ✓Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- ✓Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- ✓Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
- ✓Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
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Sonnax Transmission Company
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.
Key Internal Partners
- •Inventory Control Management – Collaborate on customer returns, quality holds, and product disposition or return to inventory.
- •Engineering Management – Provide input on new product inspection criteria; collaborate on MRB activities and corrective action investigations.
- •Purchasing Management – Coordinate receipt inspection sequencing to meet customer requirements; collaborate on supplier quality performance.
- •Sales Management – Support customer returns and feedback resolution.
- •Manufacturing Management – Assist with inspection-related concerns and collaborate on customer feedback as it relates to manufacturing processes.
Physical Demands
- •Ability to wear required PPE for area, including safety glasses and steel toed shoes.
- •Ability to lift 40 lbs.
Pay Range
65,600.00 - 98,400.00
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more!
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 .