Senior Quality Engineer

Senior Quality Engineer

Are you an experienced Quality Engineer who enjoys solving complex manufacturing problems, leading teams, and driving continuous improvement?

Our client company, a well-established global manufacturing organization known for innovation, quality, and operational excellence, is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to join its manufacturing operation in Johnson City, Tennessee.

This is an outstanding opportunity for someone looking to step into a high-impact leadership role with a stable and growing organization that values employee development, continuous improvement, and long-term career growth.

What You'll Do

As the Senior Quality Engineer, you'll play a key leadership role in improving product quality, supporting manufacturing operations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead and mentor the Quality Engineering and Quality Technician team.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, SPC, and statistical analysis.
• Investigate quality issues utilizing Root Cause Analysis, 8D, 5 Why, and corrective/preventive action methodologies.
• Support manufacturing by identifying opportunities to reduce defects and improve process capability.
• Partner with suppliers to improve supplier quality and resolve production issues.
• Manage supplier PPAP approvals and supplier quality initiatives.
• Lead ISO 9001 quality system compliance and internal quality initiatives.
• Analyze manufacturing and supplier data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Develop quality metrics and present findings to leadership.
• Support new product launches and manufacturing process improvements.
• Coach and develop quality personnel while helping build a culture of operational excellence.

Qualifications

We're looking for professionals who have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
• 5+ years of Quality Engineering experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong background in:
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Six Sigma methodologies
• Root Cause Analysis
• 8D Problem Solving
• PPAP
• Supplier Quality
• ISO 9001
• Experience using Minitab, Excel, and other quality analysis tools.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)

Certified Supplier Quality Professional (CSQP)

Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)

Master's Degree in Engineering

Experience with GD&T, tolerance analysis, and mistake-proofing (Poka-Yoke)

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position offers an excellent combination of career growth, stability, and competitive compensation.

Highlights include:

• Salary up to $105,000
• 8.5% Target Annual Bonus
• Company-Paid Relocation Assistance
• Hybrid work environment
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Long-term career advancement opportunities with a growing global manufacturer

About Johnson City, Tennessee

Johnson City offers an exceptional quality of life with:

• Low cost of living
• No state income tax
• Beautiful Appalachian Mountain scenery
• Excellent outdoor recreation including hiking, fishing, boating, and biking
• Family-friendly communities
• Convenient access to Asheville, Knoxville, and Bristol

Compensation

Base Salary: Up to $105,000

Target Bonus: 8.5%

Relocation Assistance: Company Paid

Outstanding Benefits Package

Interested?

If you're a Quality Engineer who enjoys leading teams, solving manufacturing challenges, and making a measurable impact within a world-class manufacturing environment, I'd enjoy speaking with you.

All inquiries will be handled with the strictest confidence.