Quality Engineer Jobs

At Corbion, we exist to champion preservation in all its forms, preserving food and food production, health, and our planet.

Corbion is looking for a Quality Engineer for our Totowa, NJ manufacturing facility. In this role, you will work closely with our quality team to plan, facilitate, and execute quality continuous improvement projects/events using Lean Six Sigma tools.

Qualifications:

• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Package (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Bachelor’s of Science in Engineering, Chemistry, or an applied science
• Highly skilled in statistical methods, Gage R&R, statistical process control, sampling plans, and design of experiments
• Experience leading and/or executing risk assessment activities such as FMEA, Fault Tree Analysis, 5 Why, and Fishbone Analysis

Responsibilities:

• Recommend equipment, hand tools, processes and procedures to improve product safety & quality testing by conducting Gauge R&R Studies
• Continuously improve processes on the production floor and within quality by collaborating with multiple functions such as logistics, planning, procurement, SQM and QC
• Perform calibration and maintenance of lab equipment used on the floor (pH, moisture, etc.) aligned with general good lab procedures
• Support implementation of SAP
• Support quality team on visual management boards & implementation of 5S standards
• Work with FTR team to identify opportunities for process improvement, waste removal and cost reduction
• Special assignments as assigned from the Quality Manager
• Interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Support BRC internal audit & 3rd party audit preparation
• Support RCA & CAPA for customer complaints, execution/effectiveness of CAPA's and for internal non-conformances & supporting FTR initiative

General Working Environment:

In the laboratory, analysis involving the use of strong acids, bases, and corrosive materials. Some chemicals have been listed as potential health hazards necessitating the use of fume hoods, protective clothing and other devices. Hot plates and ovens which operate at elevated temperatures are also used. Some flammable liquids are present. Hot liquid samples of products will be present in the laboratory on a regular basis. A microwave drying oven is also used for testing of hydrated products. Inspections of the plant or audits of paperwork may take individuals out of the laboratory and into the plant or outside the building in inclement weather.

Personnel shall perform their duties consistent with cGMP, FDA and OSHA regulations.

Usual Physical Activities:

Through the course of a typical shift, an individual in this position will perform the following activities:

• Walks,
• Sits,
• Reaches above and below the shoulders,
• Stands,
• Corrected vision, speaking ability, and hearing are usually involved in performing written and verbal job functions.
• Bends,
• Must be able to wear appropriate PPE.
• Kneels,

About Corbion

Corbion is the global market leader in lactic acid and its derivatives, and a leading supplier of emulsifiers, functional enzyme blends, minerals, vitamins, and algae ingredients. We use our unique expertise in fermentation and other processes to deliver sustainable solutions for the preservation of food and food production, health, and our planet. For over 100 years, we have been uncompromising in our commitment to safety, quality, innovation and performance. Drawing on our deep application and product knowledge, we work side-by-side with customers to make our cutting-edge technologies work for them. Our solutions help differentiate products in markets such as food, home & personal care, animal nutrition, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and bioplastics. In 2022, Corbion generated annual sales of € 1,457.9 million and has a workforce of over 2601 employees. Corbion is listed on Euronext Amsterdam. For more information: www.corbion.com

Corbion is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workplace. All applicants will be considered equally without regard to race, color, ethnicity, veteran status, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, age, sex, sexual orientation, handicapping condition, membership in an organization or any other non-merit factors.

Corbion provides reasonable accommodation to applicants.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

Corbion does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. All candidates must be submitted by approved Corbion vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission by our Talent Acquisition team for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless such a request has been made by the Corbion Talent Acquisition team and such candidate was submitted to the Corbion Talent Acquisition Team.