job summary: Our client is looking to add a Quality Assurance Engineer to the their growing team. This is a direct hire opportunity located in Elk Grove IL. As a Quality Assurance Engineer, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with Aerospace & Defense specifications and company requirements. You will lead the Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) program, conduct data analysis, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our processes. Qualifications Engineering / technical degree or equivalent experience required.Hands-on experience within a production or manufacturing environment. In-depth understanding of Quality Management Systems, specifically ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100:2016 strongly preferred.Excellent proficiency in using a variety of software solutions consisting of but not limited to ERPs and Microsoft Office. Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), engineering drawings, and specification interpretation skills required.Individual must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. location: ELK GROVE VILLAGE, Illinois job type: Permanent salary: $85,000 - 95,000 per year work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: Lead the CAPA program, including identifying, investigating, and resolving quality issues through root cause analysis.Develop, implement, & maintain accurate documentation of CAPA processes, including investigation reports, corrective actions, and verification activities.Monitor and track CAPA activities to ensure timely completion and effectiveness.Work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, engineering, and quality assurance, to drive CAPA initiatives.Facilitate meetings and discussions to communicate CAPA requirements and progress.Manage, develop, and drive improvements with external providers through data analysis and other related activities (i.e. scorecards, audits, etc...). Data Analysis & Reporting Utilize tools such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint to analyze quality data and trends (i.e. producing histograms, paretos, process failure analysis, etc...).Prepare reports and presentations on CAPA metrics and findings. Drive improvements with targeted milestones based on the data analysis. qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedMinimum 3 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors skills: QualityQuality assuranceTestingProcess ImprovementComplianceDocumentation ControlRoot cause analysisContinuous ImprovementcommunicationCAPA Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). Applications accepted on ongoing basis until filled.