Manufacturing Quality Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Process Development and Optimization

• Assess compliance to workmanship standards and work instructions.  Analyze production workflows to identify inefficiencies, defects, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Design and implement process controls, inspection criteria, and statistical process control (SPC) methods to reduce variability and improve yield.
• Develop, document, and maintain manufacturing workmanship standards, process procedures, work instructions, and quality plans.

Quality Assurance and Compliance

• Develop and maintain process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) documentation.
• Monitor key quality metrics (scrap rate, first pass yield, cost of poor quality) and drive improvement initiatives.

Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action

• Lead cross-functional root cause analysis investigations using structured methodologies (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone/Ishikawa).
• Facilitate cross-functional process improvement workshops and Kaizen events.
• Track and validate effectiveness of corrective actions through data-driven verification.

Stakeholder Coordination and Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Design Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to ensure process capability aligns with product specifications.
• Share best practices with other facilities and drive best practices identified by other facilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Job Qualifications: 

• BA, BS Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Industrial and Systems Engineering, or other relevant degree.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in quality, or a related field.
• Proven track record of driving metric improvements by utilizing paretos and utilizing quality management systems in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Direct and relative experience conducting Root Cause and Corrective Actions using 8D problem solving or similar techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data, identify trends and patterns, and develop effective solutions.
• Direct and relative experience developing FMEA’s and control plans.
• Experience using measurement systems in receiving inspection or problem solving.

• Possesses a strong work ethic and sets high standards for quality and quantity of work.  Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

  Preferred Qualifications: 

• Working knowledge of metal cutting, waterjets, and CNC machines.
• High degree of knowledge with brazing and welding.
• Expertise in metrology and measurement equipment.
• Working knowledge of MES systems and traceability.
• Knowledge of quality assurance principles, methodologies, and tools, including statistical analysis, root cause analysis, and risk management.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives (i.e. Kaizen events)
• Certification in quality management (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean, ASQ) and Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and people skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent standing
• Occasional kneeling, bending, stooping

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Ability to work around elevated temperatures.

TRAVEL TIME REQUIRED 

• Travel required, approximately 10-15%.

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.  

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS:  Safety.  Integrity. Respect.  Teamwork.  Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindse