Senior Quality Engineer

Alterra Holdings Company; Seymour (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO, Sick Days

Insurance, Dental and Vision

401(K)

Job summary

Alterra Holdings in Seymour, IN is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to lead QA efforts in a fast-growing plastics compounding environment. You will perform quality control inspections, implement quality management systems, analyze product quality data, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to improve production processes.

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field and 2–3 years of manufacturing quality experience are required, with plastics processing preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Polymer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 2–3 years of experience as a Quality Engineer in manufacturing; plastics or polymer processing preferred.
• Experience managing Quality Management Systems (QMS), including documentation, compliance, and cross-functional training.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 17025, GMP, and EH&S audits.
• Hands-on audits and compliance support.
• Experience with testing methods like MFI, Flexural, Tensile, FTIR, NIR.
• Proficient with Six Sigma and problem-solving methods (RCA, 8D, CAPA, PPAP).
• Experience with Gage R&R, Round Robin, SPC, MSA.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality assurance efforts to ensure manufacturing processes meet standards and regulatory requirements.
• Perform quality control inspections.
• Implement quality management systems.
• Analyze product quality data.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve production processes.

Skills

Quality systems knowledge

Six Sigma

RCA/8D/CAPA/PPAP

Gage R&R

MFI testing

FTIR/NIR testing

Auditing

Documentation & reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Polymer Engineering, or related technical field

Tools

Gage R&R

Round Robin studies

SPC

MSA

MFI

FTIR

NIR

Job description

Company Description

Alterra Holdings is a fast-growing manufacturing company specializing in advanced plastics compounding, with a core focus on thermoplastic vulcanizates (TPVs), elastomers, and biopolymers. The company provides end-to-end solutions from R&D and formulation development to full-scale, high-volume production, supported by state-of-the-art twin-screw extrusion lines and an ISO-certified testing laboratory.

With operations centered in the United States, Alterra serves a range of industries by delivering customized material solutions designed for performance, sustainability, and innovation. The company emphasizes manufacturing excellence, operating multiple production lines in a high-throughput environment while maintaining strict quality and compliance standards.

In addition to its core compounding capabilities, Alterra integrates advanced technologies such as AI-driven process monitoring and IoT-enabled systems to optimize production, improve material consistency, and reduce waste, positioning itself as a forward-looking player in modern polymer manufacturing.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Senior Quality Engineer located in Seymour, IN. The Senior Quality Engineer will lead quality assurance efforts to ensure manufacturing processes meet standards and regulatory requirements. Day-to-day responsibilities include performing quality control inspections, implementing quality management systems, analyzing product quality data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance production processes. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in maintaining high-quality standards and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Polymer Engineering, or a related technical field from an accredited university
• 2–3 years of experience as a Quality Engineer in a manufacturing environment; plastics or polymer processing experience preferred
• Proven experience managing Quality Management Systems (QMS), including ownership of documentation, compliance, and training of cross-functional teams
• Strong working knowledge of regulatory and quality standards, including ISO 9001, ISO 17025, GMP, and EH&S audits
• Hands‑on experience conducting internal and external audits and supporting compliance initiatives
• Strong technical expertise in analytical and physical testing methods, including MFI, Flexural, Tensile, FTIR, and NIR
• Ability to generate, maintain, and report quality documentation with high accuracy and organization
• Proficiency in core Six Sigma and problem‑solving methodologies, including RCA, 8D, CAPA, and PPAP
• Experience with quality engineering tools such as Gage R&R, Round Robin studies, SPC, and MSA

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in plastics manufacturing, compounding, extrusion, or injection molding.
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification from an accredited institution
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification
• ISO 9001, GMP, and EH&S internal auditor certifications

“Annual base salary range for this role is between $80K to $100K”

Benefits

• PTO, Sick Days
• Insurance, Dental and Vision
• 401(K)