Senior Quality Engineer

CPC; Roseville (MN); On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Paid time off

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

CPC (Colder Products Company) in Minnesota seeks a Senior Quality Engineer to lead risk management, design controls, and CAPA within a fast‑growing manufacturing environment. You will partner with design, process, and supply chain teams to ensure products meet CPC QMS requirements and regulatory standards.

The role requires a engineering degree, 10+ years in quality or manufacturing, and proven problem‑solving, data analysis, and communication skills. Travel is expected to be under 10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required.
• 10+ years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing, or related field.
• Proficient with Quality System Regulations and ISO Quality System Standards.
• Strong understanding of ISO 13485 and ISO 9001.
• Excellent analytical decision making and problem‑solving skills.
• Proven ability to resolve issues and participate in process improvement activities.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions.
• Superb written communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and focused on target audience.
• Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations.
• This role may require less than 10% of travel, domestically.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross‑functional meetings to ensure alignment of market needs, engineering spec and risk.
• Provide feedback on tests and measurement methods to resolve discrepancies.
• Attend team meetings and provide Quality Engineering input for risks.
• Support Design/Service Transfer with input to design, manufacturing, Project Management and Supply Chain.
• Develop validation plans and protocols to verify that components and supplier products meet requirements.
• Review and approve process verification/validation test plans, protocols, reports and inspection procedures.
• Provide data driven feedback to resolve measurement discrepancies and ensure correlation in methods.
• Lead deviation justification and CAPA implementation when needed.

Skills

Quality Systems

ISO Standards

Problem solving

Written communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Who We Are

At CPC (Colder Products Company), we're not just connecting fluid lines - we're connecting people, ideas, and possibilities. For nearly 50 years, we've been engineering cutting‑edge fluid connection technologies that power industries from biopharmaceutical, thermal management (liquid cooling of electronics), medical, industrial, and chemical handling markets.

But what sets us apart? Our people.

We're a team of problem‑solvers, innovators, and forward‑thinkers who thrive in a culture that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. Headquartered in Minneapolis/St. Paul, with over 700 employees in 14 countries, we're growing fast, and we want you to grow with us!

Your Role

Are you ready to make an impact and work with a company that values your expertise, ideas, and career growth? As our next Senior Quality Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of shaping our organization's success. This isn't just a job - it's a career move where you'll thrive, learn, and enjoy coming to work.

Responsibilities

• Risk Management SME: Lead cross‑functional meetings to ensure Market Needs, Engineering Spec and risk are aligned and mitigated or properly justified for leadership approval and identify process risks for both internal and external manufactured parts and assemblies (e.g., FMEA (Failure Modes Effects Analysis).
• Provide feedback on new tests or test methods to resolve measurement discrepancies and ensure correlation in measurement method between in-process, Receiving Inspection and Risk Management in compliance with CPC requirements. For example, if a new test is required to mitigate a risk identified in Risk Management the NPI QE needs to be involved in the development and approval of that new test method.
• Attend team meetings and provide Quality Engineering input for potential design, process, and project risks.
• Provide input to Design Engineering on new component technology and assist in component selection with quality and reliability analysis.
• Support Design/Service Transfer by providing input to design and manufacturing, Project Management and Supply Chain including material specifications, drawings, inspection procedures, and manufacturing procedures, to ensure that new and refurbished tools and associated processes result in products that can be adequately manufactured and tested.
• Review and develop design control documentation for accuracy, completeness and user‑friendly content that meets the needs of target audience in support of device history records and device master records.
• Assist in development, review and approval of process and equipment validation/qualifications (IQ, OQ, & PQ).
• Collaborate cross‑functionally as NPI Quality Engineer; a Core Team Member, on new product/service development teams to ensure conformance with CPC QMS and lead deviation justification if necessary.
• Provides Statistical recommendations for formal DVT and Characterization testing as well as for process and other informal testing.
• Collaborate with suppliers and applicable CPC functional teams in developing statistically valid, highly capable, repeatable, and reproducible test methods for formal DVT, Characterization and other informal testing.
• Develop validation plans and protocols to verify that components and supplier product meets requirements. Review and approve DVT test protocols. Provide data driven feedback on results.
• Review and approve process verification/validation test plans, protocols, reports, inspection procedures and associated documentation.
• Provide data driven feedback on results to resolve measurement discrepancies and ensure correlation in measurement method between in‑process and Receiving Inspection in compliance with CPC requirements.
• Ensure correlation in measurement method between in‑process and Receiving Inspection in compliance with CPC requirements.
• Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis SME; Lead cross‑functional meetings to investigate design‑related issues (DVT failures), Facilitate, and conduct root cause analysis, Facilitate implementation and effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Ensure traceability between design inputs, outputs, and test results.
• Performs other job duties as assigned to meet business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required.
• 10+ years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing, or related field.
• Proficient with Quality System Regulations and ISO Quality System Standards.
• Strong understanding of ISO 13485 and ISO 9001.
• Excellent analytical decision making and problem‑solving skills.
• Proven ability to resolve issues and participate in process improvement activities.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions.
• Superb written communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and focused on target audience.
• Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations.
• This role may require less than 10% of travel, domestically. Candidates should be comfortable with occasional travel as needed to support business objectives.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Our Culture

At CPC, our people aren't just employees, they're the driving force behind our success. We've built a culture rooted in respect, collaboration, and integrity, where every voice matters, and innovation thrives. It's not just us saying it; CPC has been recognized as a Top Workplace 6x in the past 7 years, because we genuinely care about our employees' growth, well‑being, and success. This isn't just a workplace; it's a community where you will feel valued, empowered, and inspired to do your best work every day.

Growth & Development

We invest in you.

• Mentorship, hands‑on training, and career development opportunities to help you reach your full potential.
• Tuition Assistance to support continued education, plus scholarship programs for children of eligible employees.
• A Co‑Op and intern program in partnership with several universities for hands‑on industry experience.
• Recognition programs that celebrate your contributions, from employee loyalty awards to peer‑to‑peer recognition.

Work/Life Balance

• Multiple paid‑time off programs, including vacation, sick time, company‑paid holidays, bereavement leave and paid volunteer time to support causes you care about.
• Paid Parental Leave so you can focus on what matters most.
• Wellness support, including access to in‑person and online advisors for mental, financial, and overall well‑being.

Benefits & Compensation

At CPC, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well‑being, including but not limited to:

• Health & Wellness
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision coverage starting day one for you and your family.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions for eligible plans.
  • Company‑paid Long‑Term & Short‑Term Disability and Life Insurance for added security.
  • Onsite gym & wellness programs to help stay active and healthy.
• Financial Benefits
  • 401k plan with automatic employer contributions starting on day one, plus profit‑sharing to invest in your future.
  • Referral bonuses - get rewarded for connecting talented friends and family to CPC job openings.
• Pay Range
  • $105,000.00 - $120,000.00 / annual
• Bonus Eligibility: Yes

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Position location: Americas : United States : Minnesota : Roseville.

Work Arrangement: Onsite.

Job Requisition ID: 67659.

Job Function: Quality & Continous Improvement.

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