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Manufacturing Quality Engineer
Alexandria, LA
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This on-site role offers the opportunity to shape quality operations for one of North America’s largest industrial manufacturers, a company that designs, builds, leases, and maintains critical equipment supporting national infrastructure. With a competitive base salary ($100K–$118K), relocation assistance, and full benefits starting day one, you’ll gain significant exposure to supplier quality systems, process improvement, and compliance initiatives. Backed by a 125-year legacy of innovation and stability within a Fortune 100-owned industrial group, this position offers the autonomy of a plant-level engineering role with the backing of a global leader.


About the Role

We are seeking a Quality Engineer to drive continuous improvement and ensure supplier and production quality at a large-scale heavy manufacturing facility. In this role, you will:

  • Conduct supplier quality audits from planning through reporting, follow-up, and corrective action verification
  • Analyze data to identify trends and root causes of quality issues, collaborating with internal and external partners to resolve them
  • Support internal quality systems by maintaining documentation, records, and compliance reports
  • Lead or assist in quality-related projects focused on process improvement, reliability, and efficiency
  • Travel to supplier sites (around 50%) to perform inspections, training, and performance assessments


Why Join Us

  • Challenge: Hands-on, high-impact role that directly influences production performance and supplier compliance within a large, complex manufacturing operation.
  • Location: Based at a modern manufacturing facility in Alexandria, LA, with travel to supplier sites (approx. 50%); relocation assistance available.
  • Advancement: Grow within a world-class organization known for promoting from within and investing in employee development across engineering, operations, and leadership functions.
  • Compensation: $100,000–$118,000 base salary plus relocation assistance (if applicable) and a full benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and HSA/FSA options.
  • Culture: Collaborative, safety-driven environment that values engineering excellence, process discipline, and continuous improvement.
  • Security: Join a global industry leader with more than a century of stability, supported by one of the world’s strongest parent companies, ensuring long-term career growth and security.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Project Management, or a related field
  • 3–5 years of experience in quality, manufacturing, or engineering (2 years with strong internships may be considered)
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills
  • Experience with supplier quality, audits, or compliance in a manufacturing environment preferred
  • Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools; strong communication and collaboration abilities


Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary: $100,000–$118,000 base
  • Relocation assistance available (if applicable)
  • Full benefits starting day one: Medical, Dental, Vision, and HSA/FSA options
  • Company-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave and Education Reimbursement
  • 401(k) with company match and annual contribution
  • Paid vacation and holidays
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