Certified Quality Engineer

Certified Quality Engineer

Moses Lake Industries, Inc. (MLI) is a rapidly growing producer of ultra-pure chemical products, serving the semiconductor and flat-panel screen industries worldwide. We deliver world class products to the leaders of the industries we serve.

You will be working for a midsized company with great people and a history of steady growth and profitability. Sound like a match? If you are prepared to work in an exciting and rewarding environment, we look forward to considering your experience and qualifications.

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.
• Compliance and individual accountability with the MLI Quality System and ISO Registration is required. It is the employee's commitment to ensure that the Company's actual practices and procedures are exercised as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support and sustain a high performing team.

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)

We offer the following benefits: compensation, medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits.

• Generous PTO:
  Your off time is important.
• Medical, Dental, Vision:
  Majority of premiums paid by MLI. Includes virtual medical and mental health options.
• Additional Health Coverage: FSA and HSA available. Voluntary insurance options include life and AD&D, accident, hospitalization, and critical illness.
• Earn More:
  
  We offer a generous discretionary bonus program in addition to salary/wage.
• 401(k) Savings Plan:
  Jump start your retirement with MLI's employer matching contributions.
• Company Paid Benefits:
  Long-Term Disability Insurance, EAP, Fitness Club Membership Program, & Education Assistance Program. Relocation Assistance available.
• Additional Benefits:
  We provide position-based clothing, travel expenses, training and additional materials needed on a case-by-case basis.

Working Conditions:

Duties are generally performed indoors in an office and high purity manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. When working in the presence of safety hazards, the employee is expected to follow company safety rules and use proper personal protective equipment…