About this job
Key facts
Senior Quality Engineer
Permanent
No
Michigan, United States
US$100000 - US$125000 per annum US$
This role supports quality activities across manufacturing programs from development through commercial production. The Quality Engineer works closely with cross-functional teams to ensure products and processes meet regulatory and quality standards, while helping drive continuous improvement and maintaining accurate documentation.
What You'll Do
- Write and review SOPs, work instructions, and other quality documents
- Help the team stay audit-ready and support internal and external audits
- Track and review quality data to spot trends and address issues early
- Manage nonconforming materials and work with suppliers on corrective actions
- Support incoming inspection and ensure materials meet requirements
- Review and approve validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) and process changes
- Lead investigations and CAPAs using standard root cause methods
- Partner with production as the main quality contact on the floor
- Review batch records and ensure compliance with quality standards
- Support inspections, product builds, and engineering changes
- Maintain product documentation, including design history files
- Handle product complaints and document findings
- Act as a quality SME during audits
What You Bring
- Bachelor's degree in a technical or scientific field (or equivalent experience)
- 3-5+ years in quality engineering, design assurance, or regulated manufacturing
- Familiarity with FDA/ISO quality standards (e.g., 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485)
- Understanding of risk management practices
- Experience with CAPA, nonconformance handling, and root cause analysis
- Strong attention to detail and organization
- Good communication skills and ability to work across teams
- Comfortable with Microsoft Office; experience with PLM or data tools is a plus
EOE Statement: Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
In addition to base pay, direct-hire employees may be eligible for client offered benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change.
To find out more about Real, please visit www.realstaffing.com
