Quality Engineer

Millennium Print Group, A Subsidiary of the Pokémon Company International; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus eligibility

Full benefits package

Relocation assistance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Millennium Print Group, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company International, is seeking a Quality Engineer in Durham, NC. The role focuses on developing QC plans, analyzing processes with SPC and quality metrics, and leading CAPA efforts to ensure high-quality trading card products.

Ideal candidates hold a engineering-related degree with 3–4 years in quality or manufacturing quality; proficiency in Excel/Power BI/Minitab is desired, and Six Sigma CQE or belt is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Typically 3–4 years of experience in quality engineering or manufacturing quality.
• Experience in printing, packaging, or high-volume manufacturing preferred.
• Knowledge of SPC, FMEA, Control Plans, CAPA, Gauge R&R, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Proficiency with Excel, Power BI, Minitab, and other quality analysis software.
• Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt or CQE certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain quality control plans for printing, finishing, and packaging operations.
• Analyze manufacturing processes using SPC, statistical methods, and quality metrics to improve performance.
• Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI), process capability studies, and quality validations.
• Support internal, customer, and third‑party audits while ensuring compliance with ISO and quality management systems.
• Monitor scrap, rework, yield, and production quality metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
• Partner with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to improve manufacturing processes.
• Support new product launches, equipment validations, and capital improvement projects.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Skills

Quality engineering

Data analysis

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Minitab

Job description

Join the Leader in Trading Card Manufacturing

At Millennium Print Group (MPG), a proud subsidiary of The Pokémon Company International, we’re on a mission to be the world’s leading manufacturer of trading card games and collectibles. Based in North Carolina’s vibrant Research Triangle Park and Piedmont Triad regions, we’re at the heart of innovation in this fast-growing industry.

Since our founding in 2014, our dedicated team has built a world-class operation known for exceptional quality, customer focus, and market agility. Specializing in trading and collectible cards, we offer a unique range of services that set us apart.

Our commitment to excellence has fueled rapid growth — we’ve nearly tripled in size since 2019 — and we’re just getting started.

Come be part of a forward-thinking, high-performing team that’s shaping the future of collectible printing. At MPG, your work makes an impact.

Join Millennium Print Group as a Quality Engineer!

We're looking for a Quality Engineer to join our team in Durham, NC. If you're passionate about manufacturing quality, process improvement, and data-driven problem solving, this is your opportunity to help produce world-class trading card products enjoyed by collectors around the globe.

Location: Durham, NC

Schedule: Full-Time | Onsite

Pay & Benefits: Competitive salary + bonus eligibility + full benefits package

What You'll Do

• Develop and maintain quality control plans for printing, finishing, and packaging operations.
• Analyze manufacturing processes using SPC, statistical methods, and quality metrics to improve performance.
• Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI), process capability studies, and quality validations.
• Support internal, customer, and third‑party audits while ensuring compliance with ISO and quality management systems.
• Monitor scrap, rework, yield, and production quality metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
• Partner with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to improve manufacturing processes.
• Support new product launches, equipment validations, and capital improvement projects.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Typically requires 3–4 years of experience in quality engineering or manufacturing quality.
• Experience in printing, packaging, or high‑volume manufacturing environments preferred.
• Knowledge of SPC, FMEA, Control Plans, CAPA, Gauge R&R, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Minitab, and other quality analysis software.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification preferred.

How You Will Be Successful

Dedicated to Quality and Safety:

Ensure manufacturing processes consistently deliver products that exceed customer expectations while maintaining the highest quality standards.

Challenging the Expected:

Use data and continuous improvement methodologies to reduce defects, improve yield, and optimize manufacturing performance.

Building Relationships:

Collaborate across multiple departments to solve complex manufacturing challenges and improve operational effectiveness.

Integrity and Respect:

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and quality ownership throughout the organization.

Why Join MPG?

Millennium Print Group, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company International, is the largest trading card printer in the world. We offer competitive pay, career growth, and the opportunity to work with premium brands.

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What to Expect

MPG offers a leading‑edge compensation package which includes the following:

• A highly competitive compensation "above the industry" commensurate with experience which includes an annual incentive bonus plan
• 100% Employer‑paid medical, dental base plan, vision, life/AD&D, and short‑term and long‑term disability, while subsidizing premiums for medical, dental, and vision for employee dependents
• 401(k) Plan with up to a 6% (dollar for dollar) Employer match
• Health Savings/Flexible Spending Account options
• Paid time off, including 10 company‑paid holidays, plus 1 floating holiday
• Employee Assistance Program
• Comprehensive relocation package available for qualified candidates
• And, much more!

Millennium Print Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The duties and responsibilities described above are essential functions of the job. The following qualifications are representative of the knowledge, skills, and or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.