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Quality Engineer (m/f/i) - ISO/IEC 17025

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UL Solutions

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Krefeld

AI generated summary

  • You need a degree in a related engineering field, 3-5 years in quality management, strong knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025, experience in quality methods, and fluency in English and German.
  • You will ensure ISO/IEC 17025 compliance, manage CAPA, oversee proficiency testing, validate equipment, support audits, train staff, maintain documentation, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

  • University degree in Polymer Science, Plastics Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field.
  • 3-5 years of experience in quality management, regulatory compliance, or laboratory testing within the plastics industry preferably.
  • Strong knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025, ISO/IEC 9001, ASTM standards, certification processes & schemes and DAkkS assessment process with hands-on experience in accreditation audits.
  • Experience with quality management methodologies such as SPC, FMEA, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, and CAPA.
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
  • Fluent in English (C1) and German language proficiency of (B1) minimum – required.
  • Strong team player, with flexibility, active engagement, and innovative thinking.
  • Self-driven with the ability to facilitate own assessments and implement quality improvements.
  • Hands-on experience in plastics processing techniques such as injection molding, extrusion, or blow molding. (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation standard while maintaining accreditation credentials.
  • Lead and manage Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), change management, and compliance activities to continuously improve and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) as per ISO/IEC 17025.
  • Oversee PTP (Proficiency Testing Program) handling, application, and analysis to ensure laboratory compliance and performance meets industry benchmarks.
  • Ensure a proper validation, verification and measurement uncertainty analysis of testing equipment and methods to maintain compliance, accuracy and reliability.
  • Define and assess risks and opportunities within laboratory processes, implementing and maintaining effective control measures.
  • Support in coordinating, planning and demonstrating compliance during internal and external audits.
  • Work closely with the Accreditation Management Team, technicians, engineers, and lab managers to maintain the integrity of testing processes and laboratory scopes.
  • Oversee and support the management of scopes and accreditation credentials in accordance with accreditation requirements.
  • Ensure proper documentation, drafting, and reviewing of procedures, instructions as needed to maintain compliance and continuous improvement.
  • Deliver training programs on ISO/IEC 17025 and Quality Management Systems (QMS) to the laboratory personnel.
  • Develop and maintain technical records such as training records, verification records, and employee competency records, ensuring they remain updated.
  • Work closely with the support team, addressing their needs and ensure requirements compliance.
  • Participate in regional and global improvement projects to drive continuous improvement within laboratory operations.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Quality Engineer in this role?

The primary responsibility of the Quality Engineer is to support and enhance the Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 standards, ensuring accreditation, managing quality processes, and driving continuous improvement.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates are required to have a university degree in Polymer Science, Plastics Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field, along with 3-5 years of experience in quality management, regulatory compliance, or laboratory testing within the plastics industry.

Is prior experience with ISO/IEC 17025 necessary?

Yes, strong knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025, as well as experience with accreditation audits and regulatory compliance, is necessary for this role.

What languages are required for this position?

Fluency in English (C1) and a minimum of B1 proficiency in German are required.

Are there opportunities for continuous improvement in the laboratory operations?

Yes, the Quality Engineer will participate in regional and global improvement projects to drive continuous improvement within laboratory operations.

What kind of methodologies should candidates be familiar with?

Candidates should have experience with quality management methodologies such as Statistical Process Control (SPC), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA).

Is hands-on experience with plastics processing techniques preferred for this role?

Yes, hands-on experience in plastics processing techniques such as injection molding, extrusion, or blow molding is preferred.

Will the Quality Engineer be responsible for training other employees?

Yes, the Quality Engineer will deliver training programs on ISO/IEC 17025 and Quality Management Systems (QMS) to laboratory personnel.

What tools or software are required for this position?

Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) is required.

Is teamwork important for this role?

Yes, strong teamwork is essential, as the Quality Engineer will work closely with the Accreditation Management Team, technicians, engineers, and lab managers to ensure compliance and maintain testing integrity.

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Mission & Purpose

A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions transforms safety, security, and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 100 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers’ product innovation and business growth. The UL Certification Marks serve as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflect an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future.  We believe in the possibility and promise of innovation, and we have spent more than a century enabling it to be safely adopted. From the adoption of electrification to the enablement of 5G and new mobility, we collectively look toward new frontiers, working for a safer world.​ Our science is your advantage.