Manufacturing and Quality Engineer

IMI plc is a global specialist engineering company that creates breakthrough solutions. We are curious and like to solve problems, partnering with our customers to solve the demands of today and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow. We embrace innovation and care about outcomes that are good for business, everyday life and making a better world – creating lasting impact for everyone.

We design, build and service highly engineered products in fluid and motion control applications. We focus on five market sectors:
Industrial Automation, Process Automation, Climate Control, Life Science, Fluid Control, and Transport.

Our partnership approach breaks through problems and reduces complexity. We don’t invent in isolation – we collaborate with our customers. We listen closely and think differently, creating space for diverse minds to innovate. We are working together to make businesses safer, more sustainable and more productive.

The Manufacturing and Quality Engineer plays a key role in driving operational excellence through the application of lean manufacturing principles, quality systems, and continuous improvement initiatives. This individual will be responsible for improving production efficiency, implementing and optimizing manufacturing equipment, and ensuring adherence to quality standards. The role serves as a liaison between production and engineering teams and will lead the quality function to deliver reliable, scalable manufacturing processes.

On‑site

• Lead lean initiatives such as 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, and standard work implementation
• Identify and reduce sources of waste and variation across production lines
• Drive cost savings and productivity improvement projects aligned with KPIs

• Monitor and analyze manufacturing quality data (e.g., scrap, rework, defects)
• Support root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
• Maintain and enhance compliance with ISO 9001 and other applicable quality standards
• Conduct internal audits and support customer and regulatory audits

• Collaborate with production teams to identify process bottlenecks and develop solutions
• Establish and maintain standardized work procedures and process documentation
• Support capacity planning and throughput improvement efforts

• Lead installation, commissioning, and validation of new machinery and automation systems
• Develop and implement machine optimization strategies to reduce downtime and improve OEE
• Coordinate with maintenance and engineering for ongoing equipment improvements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field)
• 2–4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment (preferably in a regulated or high‑volume setting)
• Strong working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and quality systems
• Hands‑on experience with equipment installation, troubleshooting, and process validation
• Proficiency with problem‑solving tools such as FMEA, 8D, and Root Cause Analysis
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, SPC, and statistical quality methods

• Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low‑cost share
• Best‑in‑class 401K plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching
• 14‑week maternity leave at full pay following one year of service (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
• 4‑week paternity leave at full pay following one year of service (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
• Employee Resource Groups that offer community and support, like our Pride Network and Network of Women groups
• PTO, encompassing inclusive holidays
• Career Development opportunities (IMI’s ‘Catalyst’ Program)
• Employer contribution for Health Savings Account, and in many cases free virtual telemedicine, and teletherapy
• Mental Health and wellness programs to support you and your family
• Full suite of voluntary benefits to tap into, including but not limited to:
  Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, legal insurance, identity theft protection,…