Quality​/Process Engineer

Quality Engineer (Brownville, NY)

We have an exciting opportunity for a Quality Engineer to join our Brownville Mill. This role is responsible for ensuring product quality, leading investigations of quality complaints, and driving continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a culture of quality excellence among manufacturing employees.

• Provide visible and clear leadership to manufacturing employees, coaching and supporting performance improvement.
• Maintain accurate quality metrics and communicate professionally with internal and external customers.
• Collaborate with lab technicians to maintain test procedures, manage calibration programs, and ensure equipment readiness.
• Manage quality documents, specifications, and audits within the Quality Management System.
• Handle non-conforming raw materials, WIP materials, and finished materials at the mill.
• Execute the customer complaints process, conduct investigations, implement corrective and preventive actions, and report findings to stakeholders.
• Oversee outturn sampling and Certificate of Analysis (COA) processes.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to improve quality and yield through employee engagement and continuous improvement activities.
• Lead daily improvement initiatives, focused improvement events, and standard work processes to reduce complaints and costs.
• Cultivate a culture of respect, professionalism, and cooperation within the team.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, paper science, or another technical field is required.
• Experience in a process‑oriented manufacturing environment and familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma continuous improvement methods is preferred.

• Highly motivated with strong self‑direction for success in a matrix reporting environment.
• Excellent problem‑solving, quantitative, and analytical skills. Six Sigma or ASQ certification is a plus.
• Detail‑oriented with superior organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in Minitab, Microsoft Office, and ERP systems.
• Strong leadership, change‑management, interpersonal, presentation, and training skills.

Note:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Consumer‑Driven Health Plan (CDHP)
• Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) and Exclusive Provider Organization (EPO) options
• Company‑paid basic life insurance and voluntary life coverage
• Paid vacation and competitive personal time off
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Employee assistance programs available 24/7
• Wellness and work‑life support, including career development and educational assistance
• Salary range: $67,500 – $78,000

Mativ Holdings, Inc. is a global leader in specialty materials headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia. We manufacture critical components across three continents and serve customers in nearly 100 countries. Our focus on innovation, global manufacturing excellence, and advanced materials solutions positions us to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. Mativ and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.