CERTIFIED QUALITY ENGINEER

We Value

• Safety
• Integrity
• Ownership
• Collaboration
• Service
• Sustainability

Shift/Hours/Location

M-F, 8am-5pm
Onsite, Moses Lake, WA

What You Will Be Working On

• Ensure compliance with applicable quality standards (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and customer requirements).
• Support and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Participate in internal and external audits (customer, regulatory, certification).
• Ensure proper documentation control, record retention, and traceability.
• Monitor and analyze product quality and process performance metrics.
• Develop and implement quality control plans, inspection methods, and acceptance criteria.
• Support validation activities (process validation, cleaning validation, etc.).
• Ensure batch release meets all specifications and customer requirements.
• Lead investigations for non-conformances, deviations, and customer complaints.
• Utilize structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, Fishbone, 5 Whys).
• Implement and verify effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Track and trend quality issues to prevent recurrence.
• Act as a quality liaison for customers.
• Support customer audits and respond to quality inquiries or concerns.
• Review and approve supplier quality documentation as needed.
• Participate in supplier evaluations and corrective actions.
• Identify opportunities to improve product quality, reduce variation, and enhance efficiency.
• Support Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze data to drive decision-making and operational improvements.
• Partner with Production, R&D, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams.
• Provide quality input for process changes, new product introductions (NPI), and scale-up activities.
• Support training efforts related to quality standards and procedures.
• Uphold all MLI policies and “MLI Code of Conduct.”
• Strict compliance with Environmental and Safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or related technical field.
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification (e.g., ASQ CQE) required or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in quality engineering within manufacturing (chemical or related industry preferred).
• Working knowledge of quality systems (ISO 9001 or similar).
• Experience with root cause analysis and CAPA processes.
• Demonstrated ability to write clear technical reports, CAPAs, and customer‑facing quality documentation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with statistical analysis tools (e.g., Minitab, JMP, or similar).
• Experience with SPC systems or real‑time process monitoring tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or related technical field.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) or similar program/project management certification preferred.
• Experience using ETQ as a quality management system.
• ASQ Lead Auditor.
• Experience in high‑purity chemical manufacturing, semiconductor supply chain, or other ultra‑clean industries.

Salary & Benefits

Summary pay range: $75K-$145K (DOE)

• Compensation
• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• PTO
• Health Insurance
• Additional Health Coverage (FSA, HSA)
• Voluntary Insurance Options (life, AD&D, accident, hospitalization, critical illness)
• Earn More: Discretionary bonus program
• 401(k) Savings Plan: Employer matching contributions
• Company Paid Benefits: Long-Term Disability Insurance, EAP, Fitness Club Membership Program, & Education Assistance Program
• Relocation Assistance
• Position-based Clothing, Travel Expenses, Training, Additional Materials