Quality Engineer

Silgan Containers • Evansville, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We're seeking a Quality Engineer to join our Evansville, IN team. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving complex manufacturing challenges, leveraging data to drive decisions, and partnering with operations teams to improve product quality and process performance. If you're passionate about statistical analysis, process optimization, automation, and continuous improvement, we'd like to hear from you.

As a Quality Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting manufacturing operations, driving quality improvements, and ensuring products consistently meet customer and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Experience in quality engineering, manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or a related role
• Knowledge of statistical analysis tools including SPC, Process Capability, and DOE
• Experience with quality systems, GFSI programs, SQF, ISO, or similar quality management systems preferred

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Quality Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Packaging Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field preferred
• Leadership experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Apply statistical tools such as SPC, Process Capability Analysis, Design of Experiments, and Root Cause Analysis to improve manufacturing processes
• Evaluate and optimize manufacturing processes and products through data-driven decision making
• Perform dimensional inspections and testing using appropriate metrology equipment and quality tools
• Analyze inspection results and prepare technical reports, recommendations, and documentation
• Develop, implement, and maintain inspection methods, gauging systems, and measurement procedures
• Support calibration and maintenance of laboratory and quality assurance equipment
• Guide quality inspectors in daily testing, inspection, and problem-solving activities
• Assist with the maintenance and compliance of SQF and Quality Management Systems
• Lead and support corrective action, continuous improvement, and quality-focused projects
• Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, R&D, and Technical Services to solve quality concerns
• Automate quality inspection and measurement processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention
• Manage Product Hold for Inspection inventory and OEM-related quality processes as needed

Benefits

• Excellent compensation based on experience, skills, education, and market conditions
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and more
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Promotion-from-within culture with career growth opportunities
• Long-term employment with a stable Fortune 500 packaging manufacturer
• Collaborative team environment focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level