QS Engineer III

Job Description

Job Description

Are you passionate about quality excellence and continuous improvement? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your expertise makes a real impact? Restek is seeking a Quality Systems Engineer III to join our dynamic team! This critical role ensures our processes consistently deliver outstanding quality from the ground up. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver, a strong cross-functional collaborator, and a champion of best-in-class quality systems.

What You’ll Do:

1. Partner with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to design, implement, and maintain robust process controls that eliminate errors and ensure superior product and service quality.
2. Utilize quality systems such as Corrective Action, Internal/External Audits, Change Management, and Deviation Analysis to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
3. Plan, schedule, and execute internal quality audits , delivering insightful reports and actionable recommendations.
4. Support and contribute to customer and regulatory agency audits , ensuring compliance and continuous enhancement of quality standards.
5. Play a key role in New Product Development , ensuring robust design, strong manufacturing process capability, and effective quality control measures.
6. Develop, refine, and uphold Quality Systems procedures , ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry best practices.
7. Lead and facilitate Change Management processes to ensure seamless implementation of quality initiatives.
8. Investigate and resolve customer complaints , identifying root causes and driving effective corrective actions.
9. Conduct root-cause analysis forums , leveraging data trends and market insights to guide impactful quality improvements.

What You'll Bring:

Education and Experience:

Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related scientific discipline plus at least 7 years of laboratory or manufacturing experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferably with 5 years in a quality focused role.

• Chemistry background preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Deep understanding of quality processes, ISO 9001 principles, and related standards .
• Advanced proficiency in statistical methods , including Design of Experiments (DOE) and Statistical Process Control (SPC) .
• Strong risk-based decision-making skills to resolve complex quality challenges effectively.
• High-level customer interaction skills, with the ability to provide in-depth product knowledge .
• Proven experience leading major audits and conducting high-impact quality investigations .
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills , with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels .

This position has been approved for a hybrid work arrangement

This position will require the successful completion of a standard background check in accordance with Restek policy. Employment with Restek will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

What Makes Restek Unique

We prioritize work-life balance and well-being with offerings like generous PTO, unlimited sick time, onsite fitness center and wellness program with incentives, childcare reimbursement, and adoption assistance—giving you the tools to Own Your Well-Being. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and robust 8% retirement contributions, you can Own Your Financial Future while sharing in the success you help create. Our commitment to development ensures you can Own Your Growth through learning opportunities, career advancement programs, and a collaborative culture that values innovation and teamwork.

At Restek, our core values—We Care, Better Every Day, Respect for All, and Win Together—are at the heart of everything we do. We care deeply about our employee-owners, our customers, and the communities we serve around the world. We strive to be better every day by fostering personal and professional growth while delivering solutions that drive positive global change. We value respect for all, creating a workplace where every voice matters and diverse perspectives drive innovation. And we believe we win together, celebrating shared success as a 100% employee-owned company.

We are an equal opportunity employer, considering applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Restek provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable laws.

If you’re ready to join a team that lives its values and empowers you to Own Your Future, we’d love to hear your story. Apply today.