Quality Control Engineer

Position Summary

We are looking for a detail-oriented Quality Engineer to support our Quality Assurance operations within a chemical manufacturing environment. This role works closely with the Quality Manager to ensure products meet internal quality standards and regulatory compliance through testing, process monitoring, data analysis, and improvement initiatives.

• Support Quality Control Laboratory operations, including review and validation of analytical testing and documentation.
• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of Statistical Process Control (SPC) systems to analyze trends and reduce variability in production processes.
• Participate in the investigation and resolution of quality issues and customer complaints through root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and EHS teams to ensure quality requirements are embedded into daily operations and new product introductions.
• Develop and maintain quality documentation such as SOPs, work instructions, control charts, and inspection records.
• Conduct audits of processes, procedures, and systems to identify improvement opportunities and ensure compliance with quality standards (e.g., ISO 9001, GMP).
• Support training efforts and continuous improvement initiatives within the department and across the plant.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related scientific or technical discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in quality assurance or quality engineering, preferably in a chemical or process manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in statistical analysis and SPC tools; experience with Minitab or similar software is preferred.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and experience with root cause analysis and CAPA.
• Familiarity with quality system standards such as ISO 9001, GMP, or ISO 17025.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and interface across departments.

• Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent.
• Experience with LIMS or electronic quality management systems.
• Experience developing and utilizing Power
  
  BI reporting capabilities.

The base salary for this role is $69,100 to $103,700 annually. Benefits include a competitive compensation package, health, dental, vision, wellness programs, paid vacation, 401(k) with company matching, health savings account, and other discretionary financial benefits such as incentive pay and deferred compensation.

• Competitive compensation and paid vacation.
• Health, dental, vision, and wellness programs.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• Health savings account, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Employee assistance program.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education, certifications, training, and development.
• Employee stock purchase option eligibility.

Advan Six is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, veteran status, or any other protected classification.