Manufacturing Quality Systems Engineer

Build excellence into every axle and component we ship

At Dexter’s Fremont, IN manufacturing facility, you’ll be the quality systems leader who ensures our commercial trailer, RV, marine, agriculture, heavy-duty, and manufactured housing products meet exacting standards. Picture your day : walking the line, checking gauges, validating processes, and guiding teams through root-cause analysis—owning the quality process from end to end.

About Dexter

Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter operates manufacturing and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada. With state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding, and automated machining, our success is built on superior quality, continuous improvement, and unmatched customer service. Learn more at www.dextergroup.com.

What you will do

• Serve as the plant expert on preventing defects—advising teams on methods and provisions to reduce quality risks.
• Create, release, and maintain required quality documentation (procedures, work instructions, control plans).
• Plan and conduct routine process audits; follow through to closure on findings.
• Lead root-cause investigations and corrective actions; fully own and drive the quality system.
• Partner with Engineering and Production to resolve internal nonconformances and implement corrective actions.
• Sequence and prioritize improvement initiatives for maximum impact.
• Champion quality training, tools, and policies across the operation.
• Administer documentation and reporting for the quality management system.
• Set and track measurable quality performance targets.
• Gather voice-of-customer insights through surveys and feedback loops.
• Apply statistical methods and data analysis to monitor and improve processes.
• Calibrate gauges, perform product testing, and retain accurate records.
• Participate in internal and external quality audits.
• Demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving, leadership, conflict management, and team-building skills.
• Compile and communicate product conformance reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Success in this role requires a broad command of manufacturing quality in high-volume metal fabrication (forming, cutting, welding) and an ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-moving environment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Benefits

Legal and compliance

Dexter Axle Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and drug screen.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply now to join an industry leader and help us deliver quality that moves the world.