Sr. Quality Engineer

Vanderlande•White, GA

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Quality Engineer with strong manufacturing quality experience to lead quality initiatives, drive process improvements, and ensure compliance with quality standards across our operations. This role partners closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Operations to improve product quality, process reliability, and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate has experience in a higher-level quality role within a manufacturing environment, is comfortable leading investigations and audits, and possesses a continuous improvement mindset.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing, or a related technical field. Equivalent experience may be considered.
5+ years of progressive Quality Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong experience with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
Strong experience with SOP development and process standardization
Strong experience with CAPA and root cause analysis
Strong experience with internal and supplier audits
Strong experience with Non-conformance management
Strong experience with Continuous improvement initiatives
Working knowledge of quality methodologies such as FMEA
Working knowledge of quality methodologies such as SPC
Working knowledge of quality methodologies such as 8D
Working knowledge of quality methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing
Working knowledge of quality methodologies such as Six Sigma
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills.
Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across multiple functions.

Nice To Haves

ASQ Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA) strongly preferred.
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Lean Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt, or similar certification.
Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI).
Experience in industrial automation, material handling, or related manufacturing industries.
A quality professional who has operated in a senior-level manufacturing quality role.
Someone with a strong process-oriented and continuous improvement mindset.
Experience developing and enforcing SOPs and quality standards.
Proven ability to identify problems, determine root causes, and implement sustainable solutions.
A collaborative leader who can drive quality initiatives across the organization.

Responsibilities

Maintain and improve Quality Management System (QMS) processes and procedures.
Lead root cause investigations and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
Analyze quality data, trends, and customer feedback to drive improvements.
Conduct process, product, supplier, and internal audits.
Develop, review, and maintain SOPs, quality procedures, inspection plans, and control plans.
Manage non-conformances (NCRs) and customer quality concerns.
Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and manufacturing operations.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other quality tools.
Conduct risk assessments, failure analysis, and process improvement activities.
Mentor team members and promote quality best practices throughout the organization.
Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, customer requirements, and internal standards.