Manufacturing Quality Engineer — Process Improvement

Essenti Talent; Stuarts Draft (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Essenti Talent is seeking a Quality Engineer to support manufacturing quality and regulatory activities at the plant. The role investigates quality issues, evaluates defects, identifies trends, and develops engineering solutions to improve performance.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, participate in continuous improvement initiatives, support process validation and regulatory compliance. The position emphasizes safety, product quality, and process stability.

Qualifications

• BS in Quality, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering (or similar).
• 1+ years of manufacturing quality experience (co-op or internship included).
• Good communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Investigate quality-related manufacturing issues and defects.
• Identify trends and develop engineering solutions to improve performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on CAPA and continuous improvement.
• Support process validation, capability studies, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide training and guidance to hourly staff on best practices.

Skills

Good communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

BS in Quality, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering (Or Similar)

Job description

Essenti Talent is seeking a Quality Engineer to support manufacturing quality and regulatory activities at the plant. The role investigates quality issues, evaluates defects, identifies trends, and develops engineering solutions to improve performance.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, participate in continuous improvement initiatives, support process validation and regulatory compliance. The position emphasizes safety, product quality, and process stability.