Job Description

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At Carter Machinery, we don’t just offer jobs - we offer long-term careers defined by purpose, innovation, and impact. We’ve built an award-winning workplace where high achievers thrive, careers grow, and your work truly matters.

Our legacy is strong, our vision is bold, and our future is built on investing in the growth and well-being of our people. Whether you're turning a wrench, managing operations, or supporting customers, you play a vital role in powering industries that moves the world forward.

Job Title: Quality Engineer

Location: Richmond, Virginia

The Quality Administrator operates and maintains the Power Systems quality management platform and associated data processes. This individual performs data entry, system upkeep, and user training coordination to meet the quality team’s operational goals.

Requirements for the Quality Administrator position include:

• Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy in data entry, data validation, and record-keeping across multiple concurrent projects
• Must be able to serve as a responsive primary point of contact for software support requests, troubleshooting user issues, and escalations, as needed
• Proficient in administering user access and permissions within software platforms, including adding, updating, and removing user records in accordance with defined processes
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and deliver end-user training sessions for diverse internal and external audiences
• Must be able to review, approve, and manage standard work documentation in compliance with established quality guidelines and periodic review schedules
• Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage recurring tasks and track deadlines
• Comfortable learning and operating quality management software platforms
• Must be able to identify data entry trends, communicate best practices, and facilitate user group meetings to promote platform quality standards
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with cross-functional internal teams and external stakeholders
• Must be able to work independently on process-driven tasks while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment
• Promote a positive customer experience
• Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way

Seeking candidates with:

• Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience in business administration, quality, information systems, or a related field, preferred
• Minimum one year of experience in an administrative, data coordination, quality support, or related operations role, preferred
• Prior experience with quality management, commissioning, or project tracking software, a plus
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including experience with data entry, validation, and structured record-keeping
• Experience creating or maintaining standard work documents, training materials, or instructional guides, a plus
• Some mechanical and electrical aptitude, a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Required to sit and talk or hear
• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus

Competitive Compensation and Benefits:

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%
• Life and disability insurance
• In-house training instructors/programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus program
• Tool allowances and tool loans
• Discounts on cellular phone service, computers, and vehicles
• Opportunities for overtime
• Shift differential (if applicable)

You’ll gain access to real learning, real advancement, and a real future in a company that’s reshaping what it means to lead in our industry. If you're looking for purpose, possibilities, and a team that wins together - you belong at Carter Machinery.

Come build what matters and build your future with us.

Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law – are encouraged to apply.

Carter Machinery is a drug-free workplace.