As 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.

• Champion hygiene and GMP practices while supporting global standards

• Drive process improvements through GMP and 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, mitigate risks, and drive continuous improvement

• Lead root cause investigations (5 Whys, Fishbone, DMAIC, CAPA)

• Strengthen food safety and quality systems, including audits, GMP compliance, and HACCP programs

• Apply digital and AI-enabled tools to improve performance and decision-making

• Support implementation of new technologies with a focus on hygienic design

• Communicate insights and recommendations to site leadership

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or a related technical 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

• Comfort working in a hands-on production environment

Additional Skills & Interests We Value

• Experience (internship, co-op, or research) in biotech, food, or pharma manufacturing

• 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

• Hands-on, shop-floor-focused role (not desk-based)

• Close collaboration with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams

• Exposure to cross-functional and global stakeholders

• Active participation in production environments and problem-solving activities

Expected salary range: $74,165-$100,000

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

Application deadline: July 3, 2026

Location: Franklinton, North Carolina (On-site)