Plant Quality Engineer - Drive Quality & Improvements

BGF Industries, Inc.; Virginia; On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

BGF Industries, Inc. is seeking a Plant Quality Engineer in Altavista, VA to ensure products meet customer and internal requirements.

The role focuses on monitoring quality performance, preventing non-conformances, and supporting continuous improvement across manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate has a strong attention to detail and quality focus, with a BS in engineering or science and ISO 9001:2015 auditor experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required.
• ISO 9001:2015 auditor experience preferred in manufacturing.
• Detail-oriented candidate with focus on quality and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Communicate quality status and priorities with Production, Inspection, Lab, and support functions.
• Assist with material releases, test information, and scheduling duties during coverage.
• Maintain and communicate updated Customer Specification Database and related quality information.
• Coordinate containment, investigation and corrective actions for customer issues within due dates.
• Identify and address defects and non-conforming materials with manufacturing and inspection teams.
• Analyze quality data and trends using SPC tools; report findings to responsible areas.
• Support supplier/customer visits, investigations, and technical discussions; ensure closure of actions.
• Define trial objectives, coordinate sampling/testing, and document conclusions and follow-up actions.
• Review work instructions for current specifications and process controls; update as needed.
• Audit department setup and verify accuracy of settings, labels, and documentation.
• Collaborate with R&D on new product development and transition to production.
• Maintain M3 specs and ensure alignment with customer and internal requirements.
• Monitor attribute data for shifts or out-of-control conditions and act accordingly.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and corrective actions with quality director.
• Keep work areas clean, safe, and compliant with safety standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality-focused

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree

BS in Engineering or Scientific Discipline

Tools

ISO 9001:2015 Auditor

Job description

BGF Industries, Inc. is seeking a Plant Quality Engineer in Altavista, VA to ensure products meet customer and internal requirements.

The role focuses on monitoring quality performance, preventing non-conformances, and supporting continuous improvement across manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate has a strong attention to detail and quality focus, with a BS in engineering or science and ISO 9001:2015 auditor experience preferred.