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Quality Engineer II​/III

Job in Dassel, Meeker County, Minnesota, 55325, USA
Listing for: Cretex Medical
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-09
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Quality Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 90800 - 136200 USD Yearly USD 90800.00 136200.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Quality Engineer  II / III
Location: Dassel

Quality Engineer

Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry. Our customers view us as a trusted partner in the areas of injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping and device assembly.

The Quality Engineer will be responsible for providing quality assurance support for manufacturing. This position is responsible for the definition, implementation, and improvement of quality related practices and will provide technical guidance and measurement methodologies support.

Position is open to Quality Engineer level II or III based on experience.

Responsibilities
  • Quality engineering support for manufacturing and project management
  • Develop inspection requirements; facilitate PFMEAs; resolve discrepant material issues and create and maintain quality document such as control plans and inspection plans
  • Analyze data and identify improvement opportunities
  • Act as the quality interface for a production team in responding to customer complaints using failure analysis, development of corrective and preventative actions and trend analysis
  • Conduct audits, including closing out audit findings, create audit finding reports and determine proper corrective and preventative actions
  • Lead and participate in intermediate company projects providing quality recommendations
  • Support validation activity of processes, equipment, and metrology
  • Create protocols and analyze data
  • Support the Quality Inspectors to ensure that inspection plans comply with the relevant requirements of customer's product requirements
  • Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
  • Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work
  • Partner with other business segments: sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance
  • Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve
  • Qualifications
    • Bachelors Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or in other Engineering Science
    • Quality Engineer II: 3+ years of experience in engineering in a machining or manufacturing setting
    • Quality Engineer III: 6+ years of experience in engineering in a machining or manufacturing setting
    • Knowledge of quality systems, regulatory requirements, and industry standards
    • Intermediate knowledge of blueprint reading and GD&T
    • Ability to analyze data and ensure data integrity
    • Ability to operate a variety of inspection equipment
    • Statistical expertise with DOE and Cabability Studies
    • Design software - Minitab
    • Ability to consistently achieve short and long-term business results
    • Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
    • Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
    • Attention to detail and organizational skills
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, ability to prioritize and multitask

    Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    • Continuing Education; including participation in local chapters, associations, and/or organizations

    What is it like to work at Cretex Medical?

    We recognize the contribution of every individual and promote growth, safety and security for all our employees. Cretex Medical values performance and pays competitive wages along with a rich benefit package. We offer a positive work environment with a focus on continuous improvement.

    Here are some of things that employees have said about working for Cretex Medical:

    "The culture at Cretex is collaborative. Everyone here is willing to help you whether it is a director, a machinist, or your boss. Everyone is always willing to help you figure out a project and get it done right."

    "I would tell potential interns that Cretex is a great company to work for. It has set a high bar for corporate culture as well as the quality of work you can do. I would definitely recommend it."

    "I learned that I really like the medical device industry. The importance and the gravity of what we do here is felt by the employees. You can have that passion in your work because you know what you are striving for is to save lives."

    We encourage you to explore the many opportunities Cretex Medical can offer you as a valued team member.

    Pay Range

    USD $75,000.00 - USD $ /Yr.

    Pay Range Details

    This pay range reflects the base hourly rate or annual salary for positions within this job grade, based on our market-based pay structures. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions. While the full hiring range is shared for transparency, offers are rarely made at the minimum or maximum of the range.

    Quality Engineer II $ 75,000 - $ 112,600

    Quality Engineer III $ 90,800 - $ 136,200

    Company Benefits

    All Employees:

    Our 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution; onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service), Cretex University, 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost, wellness program

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