Quality Engineer
Human Capital Ventures
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Stuarts Draft, VA · Posted October 21, 2026
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About the job
The Quality Engineer will support manufacturing quality and regulatory activities at this manufacturing plant. This position investigates quality-related manufacturing issues, evaluates product and process defects, identifies quality trends, and develops engineering solutions to improve manufacturing performance. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, participate in continuous improvement initiatives, support process validation and capability studies, and help ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and company quality procedures.
Serve as a champion for safety by promoting a safe work environment, demonstrating safe work practices, and actively participating in safety initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
Support quality objectives by maintaining high product quality standards, reducing process variability, and driving initiatives that improve overall product performance.
Provide technical leadership and support to production areas by troubleshooting process and equipment issues.
Monitor, analyze, and troubleshoot process control systems to optimize performance, improve operational stability, and support production goals.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with hourly employees while providing technical guidance and training related to process improvements, operational changes, safety requirements, quality standards, and efficiency improvements.
Support continuous improvement efforts through the identification, evaluation, and implementation of initiatives that enhance safety, quality, productivity, reliability, and cost performance.
Requirements
BS in Quality, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering (Or Similar)
1 or more years of manufacturing quality experience (could include co-op and/or internship)
Good communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.