Quality Engineer - 1445

Job Description We are seeking a Quality Engineer with 3–5 years of hands-on experience in extrusion-based nonwoven production in for a large textiles manufacturer. This role focuses on ensuring consistent fiber and fabric quality across spunbond and/or meltblown processes, with a strong emphasis on textile performance characteristics. Experience in hygiene-grade nonwoven extrusion is highly desirable.Key ResponsibilitiesMonitor and control quality across extrusion, fiber spinning, web formation, and bonding processe.Ensure consistency of textile parameters such as basis weight (GSM), fiber diameter, filament distribution, tensile strength, elongation, and fabric uniformityIdentify and resolve fabric defects such as streaks, holes, thin/thick areas, and contaminationLead structured problem-solving using tools like 5 Whys, 8D, and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)Apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) to monitor process variation and drive continuous improvementWork closely with production teams to optimize extrusion parameters (temperature, throughput, quench air, draw ratios) for stable fiber formationDevelop and maintain control plans, inspection standards, and testing procedures for textile productsConduct and interpret nonwoven fabric testing (tensile, tear, air permeability, thickness, uniformity)Support product trials, new developments, and customer qualificationsParticipate in audits and ensure compliance with quality standards such as International Organization for Standardization (e.g., ISO 9001)Handle customer complaints related to fabric performance and drive corrective actionsRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Textile Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Materials Science, or related field3–5 years of experience in extrusion-based nonwoven textile manufacturingStrong knowledge of spunbond and/or meltblown processesUnderstanding of textile structure–property relationships in nonwoven fabricsExperience with polymer processing, particularly polypropyleneHands-on experience with quality tools (FMEA, SPC, root cause analysis)Ability to interpret technical specifications and customer requirementsPreferred QualificationsExperience in hygiene nonwoven applications (diapers, wipes, medical textiles)Familiarity with multilayer structures (SMS, SMMS)Knowledge of textile testing standards (ASTM/ISO for nonwovens)Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent certification