Quality Engineer-Jr
Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Country: United States
Category: Quality and Compliance
Workplace Location: Onsite
Employment Type: Contract
Posted Date: June 5, 2026
Job ID: 648205
Job Description
Quality Engineer-Jr
Memphis TN
18 Month Contract
Pay: $35/hr - $40/hr (DOE)
The Quality Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and sustaining of quality processes and inspection methods, including procedures, gauging, programming, and documentation. This individual works with Quality Control, Product Development, and Manufacturing Operations Departments to support daily production, projects, and site initiatives. This individual is responsible for maintaining compliance of the quality system to internal and external medical device industry standards and regulation. This individual must have an eagerness to learn, understanding of manufacturing and quality principles, strong communication skills, technical proficiency in common software systems (Word, Excel, etc.), and a keen attention to detail. Experience in statistical analysis and/or software development and familiarity with Tulip, Jira, and Agile methodology is strongly preferred
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develops various inspection techniques and procedures to ensure product integrity to design specifications.
- Responsible for the writing, approval and implementation of Receiving, Floor and final Inspection procedures and operator self-inspection procedures.
- Works with other Quality Engineers and the Metrology Lab personnel on the development and procurement of product gauging, optical comparator overlays, and templates.
- Coordinates and executes the development of quality processes, which may include work instructions, procedures, gauges, overlays, test methods, etc.
- Trains Manufacturing Associates in measuring, testing and inspection techniques.
- Performs first article inspections, capability studies, process validations, and metallurgical analyses as necessary to characterize products, processes and materials.
- Works with suppliers, engineers, and manufacturing associates in the resolution of quality problems, which may involve work on NCRs, material dispositions, compiling, trending, and analyzing quality data, and presentation of feedback to internal customers and external vendors suppliers.
EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree: Biomedical, Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering or Technical discipline.
- 0-2 years' experience in a technical or manufacturing role preferred.
- License/certification: ASQ CQE or Six Sigma Green Belt preferred
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Effective project and time management, able to work independently and within a cross-functional team environment.
- Requires proficiency using PC Applications including Microsoft Word, Minitab, PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio, and Excel.
- Interacts with peers and management in other functional departments, as well as frequent interaction with production associates.
- Also interacts with external suppliers of equipment and materials.
- Work Environment:
* The Quality Engineer will not typically be exposed to a harsh or dangerous environment.
* Noise level will be quiet to moderate.
* The Quality Engineer may be exposed to noise, chemical, and mechanical hazards when working on the manufacturing floor and must wear appropriate PPE.
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The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation – connecting the right people with the right opportunities in the areas of technology, engineering, accounting & finance, digital marketing, and manufacturing.
As one of the largest staffing companies in the US, we operate with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results – building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.
