Senior Quality Engineer

Busch Vacuum Solutions is a leading manufacturer of vacuum pumps, compressors, and blowers for use in industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, food processing, metallurgy, biomedical, and material handling. Busch Vacuum Solutions has an immediate direct hire opportunity open for a Senior Quality Engineer at our manufacturing plant in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The Senior Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring high-quality standards across products and processes, driving continuous improvement in manufacturing and service operations.

This role involves developing quality assurance protocols, conducting inspections and audits, analyzing data, and collaborating with teams to optimize processes. The Senior Quality Engineer will also maintain quality documentation, address customer concerns, and mentor colleagues on best practices, fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement. This position follows a Monday–Friday onsite schedule, with standard office hours of 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., with possible deviations based on business needs.

If you are a highly motivated quality engineering professional seeking to advance your career and make a meaningful impact, apply NOW to discover why Busch Vacuum Solutions is an exceptional place to grow and thrive.

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Conduct detailed inspections and audits of products, processes, and systems to identify areas for improvement.
• Utilize statistical methods to analyze quality data, identify trends, and implement corrective actions together with the team.

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and refine manufacturing processes and quality gates.
• Implement Busch standard quality methodologies to drive process optimization.

• Prepare comprehensive quality reports, including audit findings, corrective actions, and performance metrics.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date quality documentation, ensuring compliance with ISO
  9001:2016.
• Develop and maintain quality control plans, procedures, and work instructions.

• Address customer quality concerns and provide technical support to resolve issues promptly.
• Liaise with customers to understand their quality specifications and ensure alignment with internal processes.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence of quality issues.

• Mentor and train colleagues on best practices, standards, and procedures.
• Promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in quality engineering.

• Utilize advanced problem-solving skills to identify and address quality-related issues.
• Apply critical thinking and analytical skills to develop effective solutions for complex problems.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and proactive measures to resolve quality problems.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field; advanced degree:
  Preferred.
• 5-7 years of experience in engineering within a manufacturing environment, preferably in the vacuum technology industry:
  Required
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems, standards, and methodologies (e.g., ISO
  9001):
  Required
• Experience with statistical analysis software and quality management tools:
  Required
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Certification in Quality Engineering (CQE) or Quality Management (CQM):
  
  Preferred
• Valid Drivers’ License (must be maintained throughout employment that meets Busch insurance standards):
  Required

• Work with a high level of initiative, be self-motivated, and possess professional maturity
• Be detail, goal, and safety oriented
• Must be organized and maintain a clean and orderly…