(Sr.) Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Real; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible PTO

Paid holidays

Community service day

Job summary

A medical device manufacturer in Minneapolis is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineer to support a scaling production environment. This hands-on role focuses on ensuring product quality and compliance, driving process improvements, and collaborating with various teams. Ideal candidates will have an engineering degree and relevant manufacturing experience. The position offers a base salary up to $110k, 401(k) matching, and comprehensive health benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years (Engineer) or 5+ years (Senior Engineer) in medical device manufacturing quality is required.
• Experience in high volume manufacturing environments (1000+ units per month).
• Proven experience with manufacturing process improvements and managing vendor issues.

Responsibilities

• Drive or support manufacturing quality objectives, product performance, and compliance.
• Lead or contribute to continuous improvement and lean quality initiatives.
• Investigate nonconformances, process issues, and customer complaints.

Skills

Manufacturing Quality

NCR

CAPA

Supplier Quality

Process Improvements

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

An innovative, fast‑growing medical device manufacturer is expanding its operations and seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineer to support a scaling production environment. This role is ideal for hands‑on quality engineers who thrive on the manufacturing floor, enjoy solving problems, and want to help build and strengthen quality processes as production grows.

What You’ll Do

• Drive or support manufacturing quality objectives, product performance, and compliance in a fast‑paced environment.
• Lead or contribute to continuous improvement and lean quality initiatives.
• Investigate nonconformances, process issues, and customer complaints; support or lead CAPAs.
• Provide hands‑on quality support for processes such as sterile packaging and sterilization.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, R&D, and Process Development to integrate quality into new and expanding production lines.
• Monitor supplier performance and support corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with quality policies and regulatory requirements.

What You’ll Need

Experience level determines scope of responsibility:

• Engineering degree and 2+ years (Engineer) or 5+ years (Senior Engineer) in medical device manufacturing quality
• Experience in high volume manufacturing environments (1000+ units per month)
• Proven experience with manufacturing process improvements and managing vendor issues
• Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to multitask.
• Self‑starter comfortable working independently and on the manufacturing floor.
• No visa sponsorship available.

What We Offer

• Up to $110k base salary ($140k for Senior)
• 401(k) with matching
• Medical, dental, vision, HSA with employer contribution
• Flexible PTO, paid holidays, and community service day

Desired Skills and Experience

Manufacturing Quality, NCR, CAPA, Supplier Quality, Process Improvements

(Sr.) Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Twin Cities, MN - Onsite

Full‑time

EOE Statement: Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In addition to base pay, direct-hire employees may be eligible for client offered benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change.