Quality Engineer

About the role

Hiab is the pioneer in smart and sustainable on road load handling solutions. We believe in more than just work — we believe in making a difference for our customers to building a better tomorrow.

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Your mission

As a Quality Engineer, you will drive operational excellence by safeguarding product quality across factory functions. Serving as the vital voice of the customer within the value stream, you will validate standardized work practices and partner with suppliers to champion continuous quality improvements.

The position is based in

Raisio, Finland.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate the quality and safety of incoming goods and packaging
• Proactively identify safety risks and promote adherence to 5S standards
• Track, report, and manage quality deviations related to suppliers
• Analyze, report, and address internal production defects and rework trends
• Communicate quality insights and non-conformances to key business line stakeholders
• Review, approve, and process invoices for in-house technical claims
• Lead quality initiatives as the dedicated quality representative for assigned value streams
• Generate comprehensive non-conformance reports (NCRs) for product, process, or drawing deviations
• Apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) tools to monitor and optimize manufacturing processes
• Partner with suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement robust corrective actions (e.g., 8D, A3)
• Develop and execute structured product audit plans incorporating claims, customer feedback, and internal metrics
• Conduct internal and external quality audits and ensure timely follow-up on corrective actions
• Compile quality documentation and data packages in line with project requirements (e.g., PPAP, QGAR)
• Maintain and update daily SQDIP boards with key quality metrics
• Coordinate and oversee the incoming inspection workflow.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology, or a related field
• 3–5 years of quality engineering experience within mechanical manufacturing and assembly operations
• Proficiency with core quality tools and methodologies (e.g., ERP systems, 8D, A3, Kaizen, SPC, SIPOC, Pareto analysis, DMAIC)
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively across internal teams and external partners
• Solid technical aptitude regarding manufactured products and assembly functionality
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications
• Strong process-oriented mindset focused on continuous quality improvement
• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt or Green Belt certification is considered a strong advantage
• Fluency in English and Finnish, with openness to occasional business travel.

What we offer

As a part of our Employees First culture, we offer opportunities to grow within a dynamic environment that values flexibility and your well-being. We strive to make things easier, empower you to succeed, and strive for excellence in a positive and inclusive environment.

Ready to apply?

• Click on the apply button below to send in your application in English by 20.11.2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
• Please note that the process for this position is coordinated by our Recruitment team part of Hiab Business Services based in Bulgaria.

We Are Hiab

Hiab (Nasdaq Helsinki: HIAB) is a leading provider of smart and sustainable on road load-handling solutions, committed to delivering the best customer experience every day with the most engaged people and partners. As the industry pioneer, Hiab continues to make on road load-handling smarter, safer and more sustainable to build a better tomorrow.