Quality Planning Engineer

What makes us strong? Our employees in 50 countries worldwide – all working with passion to enable high-tech applications with our strong metals: tungsten and molybdenum.

At our Plansee site in Franklin, USA, we specialize in transforming semi-finished molybdenum and tungsten products into complex components—leveraging decades of precision manufacturing and engineering excellence.

Join a highly motivated team in Franklin, USA, where local expertise meets the global knowledge and values of the Plansee Group.

Position type: Exempt

Responsibilities

Inspection Planning & Control

Develop and maintain risk‑based Inspection Plans / Inspection Control Plans (ICPs) covering incoming, in‑process, final, and special inspections.

Define inspection points, sampling plans, inspection frequency, and acceptance criteria aligned to customer, drawing, and AS9100 requirements.

Configure/maintain inspection characteristics, routings, and quality records in SAP or quality planning systems.

Interpretation of Engineering & Customer Requirements

Translate engineering drawings, models, specifications, and notes into measurable inspection requirements.

Identify and control Key Characteristics (KCs), Safety Characteristics (SCs) and critical items; coordinate with Engineering to resolve ambiguities or conflicts.

Measurement & Test Methods

Select appropriate measurement methods (e.g., precision hand tools, CMM/optical) suitable for feature types and tolerances.

Define verification steps, fixtures, and test sequences; align with industry and customer standards.

Gage & Metrology Coordination

Identify required gages/fixtures for each plan and ensure availability, capability, and calibration in coordination with Metrology/Calibration.

Advise inspectors on proper tool selection, usage, and care.

Supplier & Incoming Inspection Support

Define incoming inspection requirements and special verifications; align supplier expectations with internal requirements.

First Article Inspection (FAI )

Prepare/support AS9102 FAI packages, ensuring all drawing characteristics are accounted for and sequenced for verification.

Ensure changes trigger partial or full FAI re‑accomplishment as required.

Support AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) planning and source inspection when required.

Documentation & Record Control

Create and maintain revision‑controlled inspection plans, check sheets, visual work instructions, and quality alerts accessible at point of use.

Ensure documentation is auditable and supports production readiness and compliance.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration & Training

Partner with QC Inspectors, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Engineering, Supplier Quality, and Program Management to align requirements and schedules.

Systems & Tools

Use SAP and digital inspection planning tools to manage inspection data, notifications, and routings; leverage SPC/analysis tools when applicable.

Qualifications / Skills – Required

5+ years in manufacturing/quality environments within cross‑functional teams.

Strong GD&T interpretation and ability to translate requirements into clear inspection criteria.

Hands‑on experience with precision measurement tools; exposure to CMM or optical inspection.

Experience with SAP for inspection planning, routings, and quality notifications; proficiency with Microsoft Office and ballooning/inspection planning software.

Knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards and inspection procedures/SOPs; familiarity with NCR/containment processes.

Exceptional organizational and written communication skills; ability to interact effectively at all levels.

U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident; familiarity with ITAR.

Preferred

Experience in fast‑paced or multi‑shift operations and NPI launches.

APQP exposure (Control Plans, PFMEA, PPAP).

Experience with SPC/capability analysis tools (e.g., Minitab/Excel).

Associate’s degree in Quality, Engineering, or related technical discipline.

Key Competencies

Attention to detail and accuracy

Clear communication and training capability

Problem‑solving and analytical mindset

Collaborative, service‑oriented approach with QA/Production/Engineering

Ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement focus

Confidence supporting inspectors and resolving technical questions

The base compensation range for this position is between 75-95k annually, commensurate with skill and experience level. This role will also be bonus eligible.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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Plansee USA LLC