Quality Control, Senior Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Quality Control, Senior Engineer to join our team and play a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing product and service quality across all stages of the production and service lifecycle. In this critical position, you will be responsible for leading quality assurance initiatives, conducting thorough inspections and tests, and driving continuous improvement efforts to ensure compliance with industry standards and organizational objectives. Your expertise will be instrumental in identifying and resolving quality deviations, fostering a culture of excellence, and supporting cross-functional collaboration to deliver superior outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

The Senior Quality Control Engineer will oversee a comprehensive range of quality assurance activities, including:

• Quality Inspections and Testing: Perform and supervise detailed quality inspections and testing procedures in alignment with established standards, work instructions, and relevant specifications to ensure product and service integrity.
• Batch and Production Record Review: Scrutinize batch and production records to verify compliance with quality procedures, regulatory requirements, and internal guidelines, ensuring traceability and accountability.
• Quality Deviation Management: Identify, document, and investigate quality deviations and non-conformities (NCs) with precision. Coordinate and implement corrective actions to address root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Root Cause Analysis and CAPA Support: Conduct in-depth root cause analyses using methodologies such as 5 Whys and Fishbone diagrams. Collaborate on Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to mitigate risks and enhance process reliability.
• Instrument and Equipment Oversight: Ensure the proper use, calibration, and maintenance of measuring instruments and test equipment, guaranteeing accuracy and compliance with quality standards.
• Quality Trend Monitoring and Reporting: Analyze product quality trends and performance metrics, providing timely and accurate reports to management to support data-driven decision-making.
• Documentation Management: Maintain meticulous and up-to-date quality documentation, including checklists, inspection reports, test records, and QA logs, to ensure compliance and audit readiness.
• Audit Support: Facilitate internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation, coordinating audit schedules, and ensuring all quality systems meet regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Process Improvement Collaboration: Work closely with production and operations teams to identify opportunities for process enhancement, reduce defects, and minimize rework through targeted quality initiatives.
• Team Mentorship and Training: Provide leadership and guidance to junior QC team members, offering training on quality processes, inspection methodologies, and reporting standards to foster a culture of continuous learning and excellence.

Requirements

To excel in this role, candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• Experience: A minimum of 4 to 7 years of hands-on experience in Quality Control, Quality Assurance, or Inspection roles, preferably within a relevant industry setting.
• Technical Knowledge: A robust understanding of quality standards, inspection techniques, and documentation practices, with a strong emphasis on compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Analytical Skills: Proficiency in CAPA processes, root cause analysis methodologies (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone), and quality tools such as Pareto analysis to drive effective problem-solving and process improvements.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to strictly adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions to maintain high-quality standards.
• Collaboration and Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively liaise with cross-functional teams, management, and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment and clarity in quality objectives.

Work Location

This position is based at the client site, offering an opportunity to contribute directly to on-site quality operations and collaborate with operational teams in a dynamic environment.