Ecolab, Purolite Resins, the world leader in resin-based separation, purification and extraction technology, is seeking a Quality Engineer at our manufacturing site in Philadelphia, PA.
We manufacture products which help our customers around the globe, mainly in pharmaceutical and life science sectors, with technology which are critical to safe manufacture of their products. It’s an exciting business which helps make the world cleaner, safer and healthier.
The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring that products, processes, and systems comply with internal quality standards as well as customer, regulatory, and industry requirements. This role works closely with Quality Control and Manufacturing teams to drive continuous improvement, minimize defects, and resolve quality issues through structured, data-driven problem-solving approaches.
What You Will Do:
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality systems, tools, and procedures to support product and process quality objectives.
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities related to nonconformances, customer complaints, and internal findings.
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, including risk assessments (FMEA), control plan development, and validation efforts.
- Conduct and support internal, supplier, and customer audits to ensure compliance with applicable quality standards and regulatory requirements.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret quality data and metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or related methodologies.
- Review and approve engineering changes, specifications, and work instructions from a quality perspective.
- Provide quality guidance and support to manufacturing operations, suppliers, and external partners.
- Ensure effective document control and adherence to electronic Quality Management System (eQMS) requirements.
- Extended hours may be needed due to business situation.
- Support customer interactions related to quality performance, investigations, and corrective actions
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related technical discipline
- 2 years of experience in quality engineering or a related role
- Experience working within a Quality Management System (e.g., ISO 9001)
- Proficiency with data analysis and reporting tools such as Microsoft Excel, statistical software, or quality systems
- Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong working knowledge of quality tools and methodologies, including FMEA, SPC, MSA, Control Plans, and Root Cause Analysis techniques (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone)
- Working knowledge of SAP
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification, or Lead Auditor certification
- Experience in regulated industries such as medical devices, automotive, aerospace, or pharmaceuticals
- Familiarity with risk management and process or product validation activities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to collaborate across functions and influence outcomes without direct authority
- Detail-oriented mindset with a strong focus on quality and continuous improvement
Annual or Hourly Compensation Range:
Benefits
Ecolab provides the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, identity theft protection, short-term and long-term disability, 401k, pension plans, retirement health care benefits, short-term incentives, vacation (12 days), holidays, parental leave, employee stock purchase plans (Full-Time Associates), discount on day care services and caregiver services, adoption assistance, group legal services, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and education assistance program, on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations. Click here for additional benefits information. If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.
Potential Customer Requirements Notice
To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:
- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
- Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Engineering, or related technical discipline
- 2 years of experience in quality engineering or a related role
- Experience working within a Quality Management System (e.g., ISO 9001)
- Proficiency with data analysis and reporting tools
- Strong working knowledge of quality tools and methodologies, including FMEA, SPC, MSA, Control Plans, and Root Cause Analysis techniques
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification or Lead Auditor certification
Ecolab Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ecolab and has not been reviewed or approved by Ecolab.
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Retirement Support — Feedback suggests the company provides strong retirement programs, including a 401(k) with employer matching and a pension, alongside options like an employee stock purchase plan. Offerings such as retiree healthcare benefits and diverse investment choices reinforce long-term financial support.
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Healthcare Strength — Feedback suggests medical coverage is broad, with HSA plan options and company contributions, prescription benefits, dental and vision, and virtual care and mental health support. Company-paid wellness programs and income protection (short- and long-term disability, life and accident) further strengthen core coverage.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-focused programs include fertility support, adoption assistance, and paid parental leave, complemented by counseling and resource services. These offerings are positioned as supportive of employee well-being across different life stages.
Ecolab Insights
What We Do
A trusted partner at nearly three million customer locations, Ecolab (ECL) is the global leader in water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services. With annual sales of $12 billion and more than 44,000 associates, Ecolab delivers comprehensive solutions, data-driven insights and personalized service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world. For more Ecolab news and information, visit www.ecolab.com, or follow us on twitter.com/ecolab, facebook.com/ecolab or instagram.com/ecolab_inc.
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