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LHH lists this Quality Engineer opportunity in mebane, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Quality Engineer
Location: Onsite
Employment Type: Full-Time
Triad NC Area
Responsibilities
Support and continuously improve the site's Quality Management System (QMS), including document control, change management, and quality record compliance.
Ensure quality procedures, work instructions, and standards are effectively implemented and followed throughout manufacturing operations.
Provide daily quality oversight across production, packaging, and sanitation activities to ensure adherence to GMP, and hygiene requirements.
Monitor process controls and quality checkpoints, identify deviations, and support timely corrective actions.
Deliver GMP, safety, hygiene, and quality training to production personnel and new employees.
Oversee in-process inspections, finished product testing, environmental monitoring, and sampling programs.
Conduct routine GMP, sanitation, and process audits while maintaining audit-ready documentation.
Lead investigations related to nonconformances, quality concerns, and process deviations, utilizing root cause analysis and supporting CAPA implementation.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, Sanitation, and Supply Chain teams to resolve quality issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Serve as a key quality resource for operational decision-making and troubleshooting on the plant floor.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, or a related discipline preferred.
3-5 years of quality experience within food manufacturing or another regulated manufacturing environment.
Strong working knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, FSMA/FDA regulations, and food safety management systems.
Experience with SQF, BRC, GFSI standards, and regulatory or third-party audits.
Proficiency in Quality Management Systems (QMS), root cause analysis, CAPA programs, and quality metrics reporting.
Experience supporting sanitation programs, production processes, and packaging operations.
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification strongly preferred.
Experience with international quality or food safety standards is a plus.
Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
English proficiency required; conversational Spanish preferred.
Why Consider This Opportunity
Opportunity to make a direct impact on product quality, food safety, and operational excellence.
High visibility role partnering closely with leadership and cross-functional teams.
Collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement and employee development.
Chance to help shape and strengthen quality systems within a growing manufacturing environment.
Exposure to diverse quality, compliance, auditing, and process improvement initiatives.
Compensation
Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company contribution
Paid time off and company holidays
Career growth and professional development opportunities
Life and disability insurance
Employee assistance and wellness programs
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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Worksite address
mebane, NC, 27302, US
Who can apply
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