Quality Engineer

We are seeking a Quality Engineer with 3–5 years of hands‑on experience in extrusion‑based nonwoven production for a large textiles manufacturer. This role focuses on ensuring consistent fibre and fabric quality across spunbond and/or meltblown processes, with a strong emphasis on textile performance characteristics. Experience in hygiene‑grade nonwoven extrusion is highly desirable.

• Monitor and control quality across extrusion, fibre spinning, web formation, and bonding processes.
• Ensure consistency of textile parameters such as basis weight (GSM), fibre diameter, filament distribution, tensile strength, elongation, and fabric uniformity.
• Identify and resolve fabric defects such as streaks, holes, thin/thick areas, and contamination.
• Lead structured problem‑solving using tools like 5 Whys, 8D, and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
• Apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) to monitor process variation and drive continuous improvement.
• Work closely with production teams to optimise extrusion parameters (temperature, throughput, quench air, draw ratios) for stable fibre formation.
• Develop and maintain control plans, inspection standards, and testing procedures for textile products.
• Conduct and interpret nonwoven fabric testing (tensile, tear, air permeability, thickness, uniformity).
• Support product trials, new developments, and customer qualifications.
• Participate in audits and ensure compliance with quality standards such as International Organization for Standardization (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Handle customer complaints related to fabric performance and drive corrective actions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Textile Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in extrusion‑based nonwoven textile manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of spunbond and/or meltblown processes.
• Understanding of textile structure–property relationships in nonwoven fabrics.
• Experience with polymer processing, particularly polypropylene.
• Hands‑on experience with quality tools (FMEA, SPC, root cause analysis).
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and customer requirements.

• Experience in hygiene nonwoven applications (diapers, wipes, medical textiles).
• Familiarity with multilayer structures (SMS, SMMS).
• Knowledge of textile testing standards (ASTM/ISO for nonwovens).
• Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent certification.