Senior Quality Engineer is responsible for supporting manufacturing quality processes by monitoring production performance, analyzing quality data, assisting with root cause investigations, and implementing corrective actions to ensure products meet customer specifications and regulatory requirements while driving continuous improvement.
This role partners closely with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Regulatory, Supply Chain, and site leadership to drive quality excellence, ensure compliance with internal and external requirements, and sustainably reduce quality risk.
The position is a part of the quality engineering group, and provides support for deviations, investigations, CAPA, change management, and process improvement initiatives across the site,
This position reports to the Quality Engineering Manager and is part of the Quality Assurance Department located in Pensacola, FL and will be an on-site role.
What you will do:- Analyzed quality and production data to identify trends, monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), and implement data-driven improvements that reduced defects and increased operational efficiency using lean principles.
- Conduct root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies (CAPA, 8D, Fishbone, and 5 Whys) to resolve quality issues and prevent recurrence.
- Monitor shop floor processes to ensure compliance with specifications, control plans, and standard work instructions
- Participate in internal audits, layered process audits (LPA), and support external/customer audits while maintaining accurate quality documentation (e.g., SOPs, inspection records)
- Serve as the primary quality liaison between Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Customers, ensuring effective resolution of quality concerns and successful product delivery
Who you are:- Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or related technical discipline (preferred).
- 5+ years of experience in Quality Engineering or Quality Systems within a regulated manufacturing environment.
- A detail-oriented and analytical problem solver with a strong interest in manufacturing quality and continuous improvement
- Experience with contamination control, sterility assurance, and quality systems utilizing SPC and Lean methodologies (Green Belt and/or CQE certification a plus); and/or experience in material science within regulated life sciences environments, including knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment and collaborating with cross-functional teams
Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:- Ability to lift, move or carry equipment up to 50lb
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:- Experience in life sciences, biotech, pharmaceutical, or medical device manufacturing.
- Familiarity with global regulatory expectations (e.g., FDA, ISO, GMP).
- Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement certification.
Cytiva, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it's a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.
This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.
We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
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