Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer Transcendia, INC. - 3.0 Grand Rapids, MI Job Details 1 day ago Qualifications Statistics Customer communication Performance improvement leadership Confidential information handling Production data analysis Defect resolution root cause analysis Technical documentation Quality control statistical data analysis Preventive action implementation Engineering Statistical Process Control Production deviation management Corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) Mid-level Internal investigations Minitab Change management Manufacturing standard operating procedures Key Performance Indicators Bachelor's degree in engineering Quality risk management Quality assurance standard operating procedures Mentoring Vendor communication Organizational skills Collaboration with manufacturing teams Verification of laboratory test methods JMP Operational excellence initiatives Productivity software Full Job Description Company Overview Transcendia is a leader in custom-engineered materials for critical product components across a wide range of markets and applications. The company combines deep material science expertise with broad geographic coverage to deliver exceptional customer service and trusted product reliability. ________________________________________ Position Summary As a Quality Engineer at Transcendia, you will serve as a key change agent on our manufacturing floor at two Grand Rapids sites - 2500 Oak Industrial Drive and 2555 Oak Industrial Drive. You won't just maintain our QMS — you will actively partner with Operations and Engineering to drive continuous improvement, minimize process risk, and ensure the absolute reliability of custom materials used in critical, high-stakes applications. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities Work closely with manufacturing and engineering to develop, implement, maintain and improve quality standards and methods to ensure product quality within manufacturing operations. Collaborate with and mentor cross-functional team members through the root-cause analysis process, continuous improvement process, and supporting a culture of quality. Lead investigations in response to quality nonconformances and manage timely corrective and preventive actions in alignment with quality system requirements. Analyze quality data and key performance indicators, identify trends, and initiate actions to address emerging product or process risks. Plan and execute test method validations. Participate in internal and external audits. ________________________________________ Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in engineering, Science, or a related technical field Minimum 2 years of experience in quality or engineering within a regulated industry Preferred Qualifications Experience managing nonconformance investigations and corrective action activities in a regulated quality system Experience supporting manufacturing process improvements in a regulated environment Experience applying risk management and statistical process control methods in manufacturing environments Experience developing Standard Operating Procedures and Test Methods Experience managing Test Method validations Skills & Competencies Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. High attention to detail with strong documentation and follow-up skills. Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP) and Microsoft Office, with strong data analysis skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Professional interaction with internal teams, customers, and external vendors. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately. ________________________________________ Work Environment Combination of office and manufacturing floor environment. Requires use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when entering production areas.