Senior Quality Engineer - Manufacturing

Overview

We're looking for an experienced Senior Quality Engineer for our Plymouth, MN location who thrives in a leadership role and is passionate about driving quality, continuous improvement, and product safety in a manufacturing environment.

If you enjoy leading process improvements, working cross-functionally, and using data-driven tools like SPC, root cause analysis, and DOE, this is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

• Competitive salary (based on experience) $75,000-$88,000
• Bonus eligibility (if applicable)
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401K, profit sharing)
• Paid time off and holidays

• Full-time, in office, daytime hours
• Occasional travel may be required for customers, vendors, or other facilities

• High-impact leadership role in quality engineering
• Opportunities to train, mentor, and develop team members
• Work in a collaborative, cross-functional manufacturing environment
• Be part of a growth-focused and innovative culture
• Influence product quality, safety, and process improvements company-wide

• Lead quality system development, product safety, and compliance initiatives
• Support New Product Development (NPD) including: PFMEA, DFMEA, design reviews, and product specifications
• Develop and implement:
  Process control plans, SPC systems, and quality metrics
• Use statistical analysis tools, DOE, and GR&R studies to improve processes
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) using 5 Whys and structured methods
• Direct and mentor Quality Technicians and Specialists
• Develop and deliver training on quality systems, SPC, and continuous improvement tools
• Support supplier quality and vendor audits
• Create and communicate quality performance metrics and reports to leadership
• Participate in cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives

• Bachelor's degree in:
  Engineering, Quality, Mechanical, Industrial Technology, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in quality engineering or process engineering in manufacturing

• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
• Experience in plastics packaging, food, or medical manufacturing
• Knowledge of ISO, SQF, GMP, and quality systems audits

• Strong knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and data analysis tools
• Experience with Root cause analysis, DOE, process validation, and capability studies
• Proven ability to lead projects and direct team activities
• Excellent communication and training skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and complex projects independently

• Combination of office and production floor environment
• Occasional lifting (up to ~30 lbs for samples or tooling support)
• Ability to work both independently and cross-functionally

Placon is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.