New · posted Oct 28
The Cretex Companies · Medical Devices
Quality Engineer III
- Brooklyn Park, MN
- On-site
- Full-time
- Senior & Principal
The role
The Quality Engineer III will be responsible for providing quality assurance support for manufacturing. This position is responsible for the definition, implementation, and improvement of quality related practices and will provide technical guidance and measurement methodologies support.
What is it like to work at Cretex Medical?
We recognize the contribution of every individual and promote growth, safety and security for all our employees. Cretex Medical values performance and pays competitive wages along with a rich benefit package. We offer a positive work environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
Here are some of things that employees have said about working for Cretex Medical:
- “The culture at Cretex is collaborative. Everyone here is willing to help you whether it is a director, a machinist, or your boss. Everyone is always willing to help you figure out a project and get it done right.”
- “I would tell potential interns that Cretex is a great company to work for. It has set a high bar for corporate culture as well as the quality of work you can do. I would definitely recommend it.”
- “I learned that I really like the medical device industry. The importance and the gravity of what we do here is felt by the employees. You can have that passion in your work because you know what you are striving for is to save lives.”
We encourage you to explore the many opportunities Cretex Medical can offer you as a valued team member.
What you need
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or in another Engineering Science
- 6 years of experience in engineering in a machining or manufacturing setting
- Knowledge of quality systems, regulatory requirements, and industry standards
- Advanced knowledge of blueprint reading and GD&T
- Ability to operate and train to a variety of inspection equipment
- Statistical expertise with DOE and Capability Studies
- Design software- Minitab
- Process management
- Ability to consistently achieve short and long-term business results
- Experience with ERP and quality systems
- Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
- Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
- Ability to prioritize and multitask
Desirable Criteria & Qualifications
- Experience in injection molding
- Experience in the med device industry
What you'll do
- Quality engineering support for manufacturing and project management
- Develop inspection requirements; facilitate PFMEAs; resolve discrepant material issues and create and maintain quality document such as control plans and inspection plans
- Analyze data and identify improvement opportunities
- Act as the quality interface for a production team in responding to customer complaints using failure analysis, development of corrective and preventative actions and trend analysis
- Conduct audits, including closing out audit findings, create audit finding reports and determine proper corrective and preventative actions
- Coach and mentor Quality Engineer levels, I and II
- Subject matter expert in one or more areas of the ASQ (American Society for Quality) QE BOK (Body of Knowledge)
- Lead and participate in large company projects providing quality recommendations
- Support Quality Inspectors to ensure that inspection plans comply with the relevant requirements of customer’s product requirements
- Support validation activity of processes, equipment, and metrology
- Create protocols and analyze data
- Support the Quality Inspectors to ensure that inspection plans comply with the relevant requirements of customer’s product requirements
- Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly
- Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
- Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work
- Partner with other business segments: sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance
- Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve
- Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly
- Participate in required company meetings
- Maintain an organized work area (5S)
- Participate in the Operational Excellence Program
- Complete all other work duties as assigned
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment
Pay
$90,800 – $136,200 a year
Employer providedUSD $90,800.00 - USD $136,200.00 /Yr.
Pay Range Details
This pay range reflects the base hourly rate or annual salary for positions within this job grade, based on our market-based pay structures. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions. While the full hiring range is shared for transparency, offers are rarely made at the minimum or maximum of the range.
Our 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution; onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service), Cretex University, 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost, wellness program with incentives, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees.
Where you'll work
Brooklyn Park, MNOn-siteOpen in Maps (opens in a new tab)
More jobs in Brooklyn Park, MNWorking conditions
20+hours
Cretex’s medical benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week.
30+ hours
Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week.
(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)
Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.
From the posting
About Cretex
About Cretex Medical
Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry. Our customers view us as a trusted partner in the areas of injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping and device assembly. Learn more at www.cretexmedical.com.
Equal opportunity, accessibility and legal noticesThe Cretex Companies's statements, word for word
Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
Job intelligence
The context around this role
Live data · October 28, 2026
Salary intelligence
How the pay compares
This role's midpoint is 7% below the US median for Quality Assurance roles at this level.
This roleEmployer provided
Senior & Principal roles in Minnesota22 roles publishing pay
Senior & Principal roles in the US323 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| This role | $90,800 | — | $136,200 |
| Minnesota (middle half) | $92,250 | $100,750 | $117,000 |
| All US (middle half) | $104,000 | $122,000 | $142,250 |
This role: The Cretex Companies's own published range. Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Quality Assurance roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, October 28, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
Career trajectory
Where this role sits in Quality Assurance
The general path across 961 open Quality Assurance roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not Cretex's own promotion track.
Career resources on Quality Assurance
Skills DNA
What this role leans on
How many of the posting's 48 duty, requirement and summary lines touch each area. The posting's emphasis, not a proficiency score.
- Collaboration and leadership9
- GMP and compliance5
- Quality systems and risk4
- Documentation and SOPs2
- Data and digital systems2
- Lab testing and methods1
- Investigations and CAPA1
- Validation and qualification1
Company hiring pulse
Cretex on Regulatory Jobs
- 26
- Open roles
- 22
- Distinct roles
- 4
- Locations
By discipline
- Quality26 100%
By level
- Associate & Specialist18 69%
- Senior & Principal5 19%
- Manager3 12%
More roles at Cretex
- View role
Quality Technician
Brooklyn Park, MNAssociate & SpecialistMedical Devices$48K–$76K
- View role
Quality Engineering Manager
Brooklyn Park, MNManagerMedical Devices$101K–$151K
- View role
Quality Engineer Intern - Summer 2027
Bloomington, MNAssociate & SpecialistMedical Devices$52K
- View role
Sr. Quality Engineer
Bloomington, MNSenior & PrincipalMedical Devices$109K–$151K
Similar Quality Assurance roles elsewhere
- View role
Principal Quality Engineer
Johnson & JohnsonNew Brighton, MNSenior & PrincipalMedical Devices$102K–$177K
- View role
Senior Quality Engineer
MedtronicBoxborough, MASenior & PrincipalMedical Devices$98K–$148K
- View role
End-to-End (E2E) Distribution Excellence Quality & Compliance (Q&C) Lead
Johnson & JohnsonCoppell, TX +1 moreSenior & PrincipalMedical DevicesSalary not listed
- View role
Senior Engineer, Quality
ICU MedicalHighland, INSenior & PrincipalMedical DevicesSalary not listed
Quality Engineer III at Cretex
Applications close October 27. $91K–$136K a year, employer provided.