The Role & Your ImpactAs a Quality Engineer, you will drive manufacturing quality systems, food safety programs, and continuous improvement initiatives within a biotechnology production environment. This is an early-career opportunity to build technical expertise while contributing to operational excellence and problem-solving across cross-functional teams. You will translate manufacturing data into actionable insights using Lean principles, statistical tools, and AI-enabled solutions.
Key responsibilities include:- Champion hygiene and a food safety culture while supporting global standards
- Lead and support capital investment projects across Production using hygienic design principles
- Partner with production, engineering, maintenance, and laboratory teams to resolve deviations, non-conformances, and customer complaints
- Analyze process and quality data to identify trends to drive process improvements
- Lead root cause investigations (5 Whys, Fishbone, DMAIC, CAPA)
- Strengthen food safety and quality systems, GMP compliance, and HACCP programs
- Apply digital and AI-enabled tools to improve performance and decision-making
- Communicate insights and recommendations to site leadership
What You'll Need to Be Successful- Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or a biotechnical field
- Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Demonstrated interest in manufacturing, quality systems, and continuous improvement methodologies
- Curiosity and willingness to learn AI tools, automation concepts, and data-driven decision-making
- A high level of comfort, adaptability, and commitment to working in a production environment.
Additional Skills & Interests We Value- Experience (internship, co-op, or research) in food, biotech, or pharma manufacturing or laboratory
- Exposure to fermentation, downstream processing, or supply chain operations
- Knowledge of statistical analysis and process control (e.g., control charts, capability analysis)
- Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, and food safety systems
- Knowledge of FSSC 22000, ISO standards, or similar regulatory frameworks
- Understanding of hygienic design standards (e.g., EHEDG, ASME-BPE)
- Experience with data and analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Python, SQL, JMP, Minitab) and applying AI tools to improve analysis and workflows
What We Offer- The opportunity to work on innovations that improve everyday life for billions of people globally
- Hands-on, shop-floor-focused role with direct impact on manufacturing operations (not desk-based)
- Mentorship and exposure to experienced leaders
- Development of skills in AI-enabled manufacturing and data-driven decision-making
- A collaborative and purpose-driven culture focused on sustainability, innovation, and continuous learning
Ways of Working / Working Conditions- Close collaboration with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams
- Exposure to cross-functional and global stakeholders
- Active participation in production environments and problem-solving activities
Compensation & BenefitsExpected pay range: $74,165-$105,951
Benefits you will enjoy:
- 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution
- Minimum of 3 weeks of vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time
- Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance
- Healthcare savings account option with generous employer contribution
- Employee assistance program
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- All benefits begin on your first day
Relevant Information:Application deadline: September 4, 2026
Location: Franklinton, North Carolina (On-site)
