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Quality Engineer
GE Appliances, Recreational Living. Lead quality initiatives for new parts, new processes, and New Product Introductions across U.S.-based refrigeration manufacturing sites .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in quality engineering and manufacturing processes, with a strong focus on equipment qualification, metrology, and Lean process improvement. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive cost of quality initiatives in high-volume manufacturing environments.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Quality EngineeringEquipment QualificationLean Process ImprovementSix Sigma Green BeltMetrology Systems
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Hard Skills
CMM Programming3D ScanningDimensional AnalysisData InterpretationProject TrackingManufacturing Control InstructionsTechnical Drawing InterpretationCost of Quality AnalysisProcess Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA)Manufacturing Process Troubleshooting
Soft Skills
LeadershipEffective CommunicationSelf-StarterInfluencing SkillsCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OfficeMinitabPolyWorksMetrology ToolsQuality Management System (QMS)
Certifications & Qualifications
Six Sigma Green BeltGE Appliances Development Program Graduate
Industry Keywords
Refrigeration ManufacturingAppliance IndustryHigh-Volume ManufacturingISO ComplianceManufacturing Quality
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesAssembly
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead quality initiatives for new parts, new processes, and New Product Introductions across U.S.-based refrigeration manufacturing sites
- Ensure new equipment, processes, and product changes launch successfully and transition to plants with sustainable, long-term ownership
- Serve as a technical resource applying engineering, manufacturing quality, and refrigeration assembly knowledge to solve complex problems
- Lead new equipment qualification activities and serve as process quality expert for assigned equipment, parts, and manufacturing processes
- Travel to supplier and manufacturing sites for planning meetings, equipment runoffs, and significant production trials
- Review equipment qualification results and secure leadership approval before supplier equipment shipment
- Develop and execute equipment qualification plans with Advanced Manufacturing Engineering and equipment suppliers
- Lead gage development, kickoff meetings, dimensional analysis reviews, and alignment on corrective actions
- Use CMM, 3D scanning, hand gages, and other metrology tools to measure, analyze, and validate parts
- Partner with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable new parts, products, and processes
- Liaise between product design and manufacturing to address issues early and minimize launch disruption
- Drive Cost of Quality improvements, including scrap, yield, concessions, damage, and service-call improvements
- Provide technical leadership in manufacturing equipment and process investigation, development, procurement, and implementation
- Lead cross-functional PFMEA activities and ensure risk mitigation before launch
- Develop job instructions, critical process requirements, standard work, and Manufacturing Control Instructions
- Execute drive, strip, and torque studies on new joints
- Own QMS documentation, including Manufacturing Control Plans, forms, and MCIs, ensuring ISO compliance
- Qualify in-house equipment and ensure production readiness
- Interpret GEA technical drawings, including MBD, GD&T, and linear dimensions
- Perform part scanning, CMM analysis, and caliper measurements
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering or another related field
- 3+ years of experience in quality engineering or similar capacity, preferably in the appliance industry
- Leadership and effective communication experience in the definition, design, implementation and troubleshooting of manufacturing processes
- Self-starter and influencer; metric driven and willing to work with cross-functional teams and hourly workforce
- Excellent project tracking and detailed planning skills
- Skilled in Microsoft Office applications: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
- Experience interpreting data to solve manufacturing problems
- Graduate of a GE Appliances development program (SCDP, AEDP, or similar) strongly preferred
- Familiarity with GE Appliances refrigeration operations, including DPO, MRO, or AP5
- Experience using, programming, and interpreting CMM, 3D scanning, and other metrology systems
- Strong background in Lean process improvement within high-volume manufacturing environments
- Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification; proficiency with Minitab preferred
- Experience with metrology and measurement systems, including PolyWorks
- Up to 25% of domestic and international travel may be required
- Work is performed in a high-volume manufacturing environment
- Personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses and hearing protection, is required
- Frequent walking throughout the manufacturing plant is required
- Primarily first shift; off-shift and weekend support may be required
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Benefits
Comp & perks- Flexible work arrangement opportunities
- Up to 25% domestic and international travel may be required
- Equal Opportunity Employer
- Disability accommodations available during application