Quality Engineer I

Now hiring! Quality Engineer I

Jackson, MI

We are looking for a Quality Engineer I to join our Surface Treatment team in Jackson, MI.

New finish, Proven expertise. Bolder ambition.

If you're someone who inspires others, owns their impact, and wants to elevate what they do, you'll fit right in.

Until July 1, our business was part of BASF. As part of the current transition, all job listings and the application process are still hosted on the BASF platform and therefore fully presented in BASF branding. Please do not be confused by this: All roles are positions at Surventis, and your application will be submitted to us.

At Surventis, we go beyond the surface - in everything we do. We put customers at the center, think one step ahead, and develop solutions that create real value and lasting partnerships. We inspire each other to think further, take ownership of our work, and constantly push to elevate what's possible. If you bring your full self, challenge the obvious answer, and want to grow with a team that means it - this is your place.

The Quality Engineer I (QE I) will have the ability to perform all quality control test methods, with a high degree of accuracy and proficiency. The Quality Engineer will make batch adjustments, when necessary, based on production trends and their chemical expertise. They will evaluate batch production processes to assist in improving manufacturing operations. They will compile and analyze product quality data to drive formula and recipe changes, as needed.

As a Quality Engineer I, you will...

• Complete all work with a commitment & focus on following all aspects of the guiding principles of Surventis Responsible Care
• Oversee and perform MFG QC Tests for all products produced at BMT
• Troubleshoot and correct production batches
• Ensure personnel are following Quality System & SHE standards’ requirements (ISO 9001, 1400, 17025, RC, etc.)
• Perform root-cause analysis on product quality concerns
• Interact with R&D/Management with quality concerns and investigations
• Liaise on behalf of QC lab, with MFG, Supply Chain, SHE, Technical, etc. as needed
• Establish operational symmetry amongst personnel and across lab shifts
• Write procedures/work instructions as directed
• Ensure all equipment and lab materials are within calibration, specification, stocked sufficiently, not expired, etc.
• Administer training to lab personnel as needed (Technical, Quality, SHE, etc.)
• Make decisions and dispositions for products and raw materials
• Drive investigation to customer issues as well as site’s production issues
• Drive automation and digitalization within QC department
• Perform any other additional duties required to help and support the QC Laboratory

If you...

• Have a BS in chemical engineering or other equivalent engineering degree
• Have advanced knowledge of all QC test requirements for all products produced at BMT (Pretreatments, Metalworking fluids, Cleaners, NDT, etc.)
• Have notable experience successfully troubleshooting and fixing production batches across all product lines produced at BMT
• Are an expert at primary QC lab test methods (titrations, gravimetric methods, viscosities, ICP, etc.) and have an aptitude to quickly learn new methods as they are introduced to the lab
• Have an aptitude for “Risk Based” decision making
• Have sufficient knowledge of engineering principles prudent to BMT manufacturing
• Have sufficient knowledge of Toll-Blended Products
• Have sufficient experience participating in lab ISO audits
• Have sufficient knowledge of statistical analysis techniques
• Have the ability to communicate effectively with outside parties (MFG, Technical, customers, etc.)
• Are proficient with Microsoft Office Programs (Especially Excel)
• Have the ability to develop leadership skills in alignment with the practices and principles established by management

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Equal employment opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.