Senior Quality Engineer

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Base pay range: $84,000.00/yr - $/yr.

Role:
Senior Quality Engineer.

Location:

Forest Lake, MN (On-site). Salary: $84,000 – $126,000 annually.

Actual compensation is based on skills, experience, education, internal equity, and market conditions.

The client is looking for a Senior Quality Engineer to lead new product development programs through production approval. This role collaborates with customers and internal teams to ensure robust processes, documentation, and a successful transition to production.

• Act as the quality representative on cross-functional new product development teams
• Review drawings, specifications, and documentation; identify and communicate concerns
• Lead risk mitigation planning and execution throughout project lifecycle
• Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO, and government standards
• Develop and execute validation protocols and inspection plans
• Collaborate with metrology team on inspections, capability studies, and gage R&Rs
• Investigate root causes of quality issues and implement corrective actions
• Support internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives
• Mentor junior team members and support production as needed
• Identify gaps in equipment, resources, and technology to meet evolving needs

Required:

• Must be willing to relocate to Minneapolis - St. Paul, MN.
• Valid identification and the ability to work legally in the United States.
• High School Diploma/GED
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment working with defense clients
• Excellent written and oral communication skills (including data interpretation and reporting)
• Problem Solving and Critical Thinking to evaluate options and implement solutions
• Working within a Quality System experience (i.e. ISO, AS, GMP, etc.)
• Ability to use a computer
• 13485 Quality Management Systems

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
• 8+ years of quality experience, including 2+ years in plastic injection molding
• Experience in regulated industries and contract manufacturing environments

• Competitive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO and 9 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Quarterly bonus opportunities
• Clean, air-conditioned, and friendly work environment
• Casual dress code
• Strong opportunities for growth and advancement

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Industries:
Business Consulting and Services