Nordson EFD (Engineered Fluid Dispensing), a leading provider of precision fluid dispensing systems, is seeking a dynamic and highly motivated Quality Engineer to join our team in Maastricht, NL. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment. 

Summary of the role

As a Quality Engineer at Nordson EFD, you play a key role in driving product quality, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement across our operations. The position blends hands-on, customer-facing (technical) quality support with the systematic optimization of internal processes. While much of the role is externally focused, a significant portion is dedicated to strengthening internal quality systems and operational performance. The guiding principle is simple and consistent: structured improvement, every day.

Role and Responsibilities

Customer Quality & Field Support

• Act as the quality interface for customers in EMEA

• Support customer audits, quality reviews, complaints, and corrective actions

• Lead structured root-cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone)

• Translate customer quality requirements into clear internal actions and standards

• Represent Nordson EFD professionally during on-site customer visits

Internal Quality & Operational Improvement

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within Operations and Quality

• Analyze production, assembly, and logistics processes to identify risks and improvement opportunities

• Support and maintain the Quality Management System (ISO-based)

• Contribute to internal audits, KPI monitoring, and data-driven improvement initiatives

• Work cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams

Skills and Qualifications

• HBO degree in Engineering, Quality, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field

• Strong command of English (spoken and written); German and Dutch language skills are a plus.

• Experience in a quality role within a manufacturing or industrial environment

• Willingness to travel to customer sites

• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills

• Experience with ISO 9001 is preferred (ISO 13485 and/or ISO 15378 are a plus)

• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is beneficial

• Experience with customer audits and complaint handling is preferred

• Knowledge of plastic molding processes and/or technical assembly operations is preferred

• VCA-VOL certification or willingness to obtain

• Experience working in an international, matrix organization is preferred

• Continuous improvement mindset aligned with operational excellence

• Pragmatic, hands-on, and solution-oriented

• Clear and professional communicator, internally and externally

• Able to work independently while collaborating across functions

• Comfortable operating at the interface between customer, quality, and operations.

Travel Required

• Estimated 30%

What Nordson EFD Offers

• A technically challenging role combining customer interaction and operational improvement

• High level of ownership within a structured, global organization

• A strong culture focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement

• Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with the Dutch market

• Development opportunities within a global organization