Quality Engineer

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

 

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

 

Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa  - Ottumwa  
Function: Factory Engineering (CA)
Title: Quality Engineer - 106064 
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

 

  

 

Your Responsibilities

 

As a Quality Engineer for John Deere Ottumwa Works located in Ottumwa, IA, you will...

 

• Support the OFP quality organization within the baling division.
• Use data to investigate, contain, troubleshoot, and resolve quality issues through root cause identification.
• Work with a cross functional team to design inherent quality validation into processes and execute continuous improvement to safety, quality, and delivery.
• Lead quality planning and execution discussions including PFMEA, Control Plan, Dimensional Analysis, Product & Process First Pass Yield, and Hold Ship.
• Execute engineering workflow activities to support design and process changes.

 

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

What Skills You Need

 

• Knowledge of drawing and schematic interpretation, product models, and GD&T
• Good written/verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively with salary and production personnel in a team environment
• Knowledge of MS Power BI or similar for data analytics
• Basic root cause analysis skills

What Makes You Stand Out

 

• Work experience involving hands on use of quality tools such as FMEA, Control Plans, DPAR, PPAP, DMAIC, Six Sigma, and 8D problem solving.
• Knowledge of data analysis techniques like pareto charts, histograms, pie/bar charts, or Minitab.
• Experience in welding, assembly, or process control.
• Working knowledge of GD&T.

Education

 

Ideally, you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

 

• Bachelors degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology or five years equivalent work experience

What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
• Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition assistance
• Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
• Charitable contribution match
• Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use

 

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The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.

 

The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made a