Quality Engineer (Production)

About the Company
RIX Industries is a technology-focused manufacturer specializing in gas generation systems, precision compressor solutions, and cryogenic cooling technologies for critical applications. Founded in 1878, the company is headquartered in Benicia, California, with additional facilities in Sparks, Nevada. Its products support marine, aerospace, land, energy, industrial, medical, and critical infrastructure markets.
About the Role
RIX Industries is seeking a Quality Engineer (Production) to support operational excellence, product quality, supplier performance, and continuous improvement across its manufacturing value stream. This role focuses on maintaining the Quality Management System (QMS), preventing production failures, investigating root causes, and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
The Quality Engineer will work closely with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, subcontractors, inspectors, and customers to ensure products meet contractual and quality requirements. The position also involves supplier process development and may require travel within the United States of up to 50%.
Key Responsibilities
Assist the Director of Quality in establishing, implementing, and maintaining the Quality Management System and associated key performance indicators.
Develop and deliver training programs that promote quality awareness and continuous improvement.
Review contracts to identify quality, testing, and workmanship requirements.
Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to transition designs into production while meeting customer requirements and minimizing risk.
Review drawings, test procedures, and work instruction packages for completeness, accuracy, and contractual compliance.
Participate in internal audits as a member of the internal audit team.
Develop Quality Assurance Plans for products.
Establish and communicate quality requirements for suppliers and subcontractors.
Support supplier qualification and source selection activities.
Develop supplier processes to improve delivered quality and on-time delivery.
Recommend design improvements when necessary.
Drive improvements in manufacturing and testing processes, including the development and enhancement of equipment, tools, and fixtures.
Lead root cause failure analysis and corrective and preventive action initiatives.
Conduct First Article Analysis and source inspections.
Evaluate and determine the disposition of nonconforming materials.
Support product acceptance and sell-off activities with customers and the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA).
Generate, monitor, and analyze quality metrics.
Support Quality Inspectors in ensuring products and processes meet customer requirements and expectations.
Communicate program quality status to customers.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Secondary education through the Associate of Arts (A.A.) level in a quality control-related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Familiarity with interpreting and applying ASME Y14 series drawing standards.
Ability to read, interpret, and produce drawings, codes, and specifications, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
Ability to select components and organize bills of materials.
Knowledge of machine design, material properties and selection, and manufacturing processes.
Knowledge of root cause investigation, process failure modes and effects analysis, and problem-solving techniques.
Knowledge of and experience implementing Lean and Six Sigma principles.
Project management skills to manage multiple projects with varying schedules and resource requirements.
Valid driver's license.
Strong understanding of algebra and geometry, with the ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, polynomial equations, and differential calculus.
Understanding of mechanisms and how individual parts interact within an assembly.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Must be a U.S. citizen or qualified U.S. person in accordance with 22 CFR 120.15.
Ability to obtain a Department of Defense security clearance may be required.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent.
Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification.
AWS Certified Weld Inspector certification or equivalent.
Compensation
Starting salary: $90,000+, depending on experience.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
Work is performed in manufacturing, warehouse, and office environments.
Ability to follow safe operating procedures when working near moving equipment, mechanical components, and lift trucks.
Potential exposure to loud noise, fumes, and toxic chemicals.
Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, reach, and lift.
Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods at desks, tables, machine tools, or printers.
Travel within the United States may be required for up to 50% of the time, depending on supplier process development needs.
Position Details
Company: RIX Industries
Job Title: Quality Engineer (Production)
Location: Sparks, Nevada
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: $90,000+ depending on experience
Equal Employment Opportunity
RIX Industries is committed to equal employment opportunity and provides equal consideration to applicants and employees regardless of protected characteristics under applicable discrimination laws and regulations.

Work arrangement
Yes