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You will play a key role in safeguarding product integrity and supporting continuous improvement across manufacturing and supply operations.\n\nWhat will you be doing?\nQuality Engineering & Process Control\n\nDevelop, implement, and maintain quality control methods and process assurance activities.\n\nMonitor manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.\n\nApply statistical and analytical techniques to assess process capability and performance.\n\nNon‑Conformance Management & Root Cause Analysis\n\nLead investigations into non‑conformances, deviations, and customer complaints.\n\nPerform root cause analysis and define robust corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).\n\nVerify effectiveness of corrective actions and support long‑term process improvements.\n\nAudit, Compliance & Documentation\n\nSupport and lead internal audits, customer audits, and certification or regulatory inspections.\n\nEnsure quality documentation (procedures, specifications, records) is accurate, current, and compliant.\n\nAct as a quality representative during external interactions where required.\n\nManufacturing & Cross‑Functional Collaboration\n\nWork closely with production, engineering, supply chain, and R&D teams to embed quality into processes.\n\nSupport Management of Change (MoC) activities and quality risk assessments.\n\nProvide quality input for new product introductions, process changes, and scale‑up activities.\n\nDefine, track, and analyze quality KPIs such as defect rates, complaints, and process capability.\n\nDrive continuous improvement initiatives using structured problem‑solving and quality tools.\n\nContribute to site and global quality improvement programs.\n\nWho are You?\n\nQuality driven, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.\n\nAnalytical and methodical, enjoying structured problem‑solving.\n\nCredible and confident, able to challenge constructively and influence operational teams.\n\nSafety and compliance‑minded, understanding the responsibilities of chemical manufacturing.\n\nCollaborative, working effectively across engineering, operations, and support functions.\n\nResilient and pragmatic, able to balance quality rigor with operational realities.\n\nWhat competencies will you need?\nTechnical & Quality Competencies\n\nDegree in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline.\n\nExperience in a Quality Engineering role within chemical, process, or regulated manufacturing environments.\n\nStrong understanding of quality systems such as ISO 9001 and related standards.\n\nProficiency in quality tools and methodologies (e.g. root cause analysis, SPC, CAPA, FMEA).\n\nManufacturing & Regulatory Competencies\n\nExperience supporting manufacturing operations in a hazardous or regulated environment.\n\nKnowledge of process safety principles, change management, and risk assessment.\n\nFamiliarity with customer quality requirements and regulatory expectations relevant to chemical products.\n\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\n\nAbility to prioritize and manage multiple investigations or improvement initiatives.\n\nHigh level of integrity and attention to detail.\n\nContinuous improvement mindset with a commitment to learning and development.\n\nWe are Offering...\nChallenge Yourself and Impact the Future - We are committed to solving the complete and evolving needs of our customers through innovation and high‑quality standards. We are focused on bringing cutting edge and environmentally sustainable solutions to the market. Our people are the critical resource required to make that happen. We support your success by creating a strong, inclusive culture, competitive total rewards and an appropriate work‑life balance.\n\nAs part of the MAES Team, you will have …\n\nOpportunities for career growth, competitive compensation (competitive base salary and performance related bonus plan) and benefits packages (health, dental, and vision insurance, Wellness Program, PTO/Holidays, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match).\n\nThe typical base salary range for this position is between $81,470.00 - $122,206.00 annually.\n\nInnovated work environment where you will be a part of a dynamic and collaborative team.\n\nPerks and Incentives such as paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional development.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer\n\nAll qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category applicable under federal, state and local laws.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Element Solutions","rawCompany":"element solutions","city":"Chicago","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-06-17T04:22:21.036Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3051.01","title":"Quality Control Systems Managers","slug":"quality-control-systems-managers"},{"code":"19-4099.01","title":"Quality Control Analysts","slug":"quality-control-analysts"},{"code":"17-2112.02","title":"Validation Engineers","slug":"validation-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"325998","title":"All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-miscellaneous-chemical-product-and-preparation-manufacturing"},{"code":"325180","title":"Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing","slug":"other-basic-inorganic-chemical-manufacturing"},{"code":"325199","title":"All Other Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-basic-organic-chemical-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Quality Engineer","description":"Who are we looking for?\nWe are seeking an experienced and proactive Quality Engineer to ensure that our products, processes, and systems meet internal standards, customer expectations, and regulatory requirements. 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