Quality Engineer
HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING COConnecticut, United States
Posted March 3, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO. is a family‑owned contract manufacturer specializing in precision machining for aerospace, defense, motorsports, automotive, and industrial sectors. Leveraging Swiss screw machining, turning, milling, thread rolling, centerless and cylindrical grinding, honing, and assembly, the company delivers high‑quality components from difficult‑to‑machine metals and polymers. Its ISO 9001:2015/AS9100 certification and 74‑year, three‑generation legacy underscore a commitment to reliability and performance. The firm also provides value‑added services—such as thread rolling, roll knurling, and OD grinding on customer‑supplied parts—alongside a comprehensive logistics solution that streamlines precision product management.
Job Description
Responsible for Quality both In-process and Final to the assigned program or area to ensure that the product is built in accordance with customer and division quality requirements.
Requirements
- Four-year degree (or 5 years of inspection experience) plus 2 to 3 years as a Quality Engineer or equivalent.
- Working knowledge of statistical process control.
- Working knowledge of lean principles.
- Requires knowledge of the company quality system, as well as contractual quality requirements, which vary from customer to customer.
- Ability to validate inspections, interpret GD&T blueprints, and perform shop math (including trigonometry).
- Capable with Microsoft Windows and Office.
- Requires effective human relations skills to motivate others and convince them of the validity of solutions to problems.
Benefits
- Competitive PTO Package
- Paid Company Holidays
- 401K Match Program
- Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program
