Quality Engineer
Manufacturing & Production · Quality & Process · Quality Assurance · Process Improvement · Manufacturing Engineering
In short
As a Quality Engineer in Richmond, VA, you will champion a problem-solving culture, leading root cause analysis and driving corrective actions. You will also design and optimize quality systems, manage the internal supply chain, and act as the "Voice of Quality" to promote continuous improvement. This full-time, on-site role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering or science with 3+ years of relevant experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) using 8D/A3 methodologies and train others.
- Drive the closure of Corrective/Preventive Actions (CAPA) with rigorous verification.
- Work with APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) for structural quality assurance.
- Tighten Control Plans & FMEA to be prevention-focused.
- Spearhead projects to enhance digital traceability from raw material to finished goods.
- Develop, monitor, and report on proactive quality metrics.
- Develop and implement an Internal Supplier Quality Scorecard.
- Establish Quality Agreements and lead quality reviews.
- Act as quality support in the industrialization of new products.
- Proactively communicate quality goals, wins, and learnings.
- Identify and lead Continuous Improvement (CI) projects using Lean/Six Sigma principles.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science (Industrial, Metallurgical, Mechanical or related).
- 3+ years in quality engineering within an engineered to order manufacturing environment.
- Essential Mindset: proactive, system-thinking problem-solver striving for operational excellence.
- Collaborative coach who can influence without formal authority.
- Experience in cultural change initiatives is a major plus.
Desired Qualifications
- Expert in quality core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC), preferred.
- Skilled in RCA methodologies and data analysis (Minitab, Excel), preferred.
- Excellent communicator who can translate data into compelling stories for action, preferred.
- ISO-9001 and ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), preferred.
- Six Sigma Yellow / Green Belt, preferred.
- High 5S standard, preferred.
Benefits
- Healthcare, dental and vision plans.
- Robust wellness program.
- Generous 401(k).
- Paid holidays.
- Paid time off benefits.
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Company
Alfa Laval
Job Posted
1 month ago
Employment Type
Full Time
WorkMode
On Site
Experience Level
Mid-Senior
Locations
Richmond, United States
Qualification
Bachelor
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