Quality Engineer II (Manufacturing)

TL;DR

Quality Engineer II (Manufacturing): Leading quality improvement initiatives and resolving complex product and process issues in a water analysis environment with an accent on root cause investigation and validation activities. Focus on driving product performance, managing CAPA/SCAR processes, and ensuring compliance with ISO and FDA standards.

Location: On-site in Ames, Iowa (USA). Other listed locations include Romeoville and Wood Dale, Illinois.

Salary: $68,000 - $84,000 USD per year

Company

A global leader in water quality analysis, part of the Veralto network, dedicated to ensuring access to clean water and safeguarding vital resources.

What you will do

• Lead root cause investigations for customer complaints and internal quality issues using statistical tools like DOE, Gage R&R, and Six Sigma.
• Drive product and process validation activities, including material testing and machine validation.
• Manage Agile PLM change processes as a change analyst.
• Support new product development and sourcing through quality validation and statistical analysis.
• Own quality system processes including CAPA, SCAR, document control, internal audits, and training.
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and operations to improve quality metrics.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Sciences, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in quality systems or engineering roles within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Quality Management Systems such as ISO 9001, ISO 13485, or FDA 21 CFR 820.
• Proven track record of leading root cause investigations and quality improvement initiatives.
• Experience with Agile PLM or similar product lifecycle management systems.
• Must be based in or able to work on-site in the USA.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive health benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Flexible working hours.
• Professional onboarding, training options, and career coaching.
• Collaborative and inclusive global team environment.