Quality Engineer

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

• Quality Engineer in Winona, MN.

• ISO Program Deputy
  • Ensures that processes needed for the quality management system are established, implemented and maintained
  • Reports to top management on the performance of the quality management system and any need for improvement
  • Ensures the promotion of awareness of customer requirements throughout Cytek Carbon Fibers
• Develops, maintains, issues internal audit schedule
• Ensures that auditors are qualified, develops and approves audit plans
• Set up and maintain spec codes in Labware and Baan
• Review customer purchase orders for special requirements
• Maintains the Quality Event System database
• Supplier assessment/improvement, including source inspections and quality system audits
• Development of raw material specifications, Quality Plans, and Manufacturing Instructions
• Development intermediate and final product specifications
• Review/revise existing raw material and product specifications
• Internal Auditor
• Expediting resolutions of customer complaints, customer audit findings, internal audit findings, and nonconforming incidents (product/process)
• Chair the Quality Review Boards
• Hosts customer audits
• Coordinates the development, revisions and maintenance of Process Control Documents (PCD’s)
• Works to ensure that shipped product meets customer specifications/requirements
• Six Sigma Black Belt responsibilities include:
  • Using Six Sigma tools to investigate and resolve product and process problems
  • Recommend means to reduce variation and stabilize processes
  • Gain knowledge about the physical science of carbon fiber processes

• Excellent training and career development opportunities

• This position requires a B.S. in a technical related field
• 2 to 3 years of experience in quality systems
• Customer focus with good communication skills, competent computer skills, good interaction skills with customers and plant personnel
• Must be knowledgeable of customer specifications and Quality Standards

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $80,000 to $100,000 per year. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives
• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
• Training platform for all employees
• Free language courses (24 languages available)
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications.

Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.

At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience.

We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

Syensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.