Process Quality Engineer

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What’s it for you:
 

As Process Quality Engineer you will be responsible for day-to-day process quality, material quality, field-related issues, and own quality from incoming inspection shipping.

What you will do:

• Audit and maintain processes in optimal conditions for CTV and legacy compressor products.

• Ensure reliable results and compliance with quality requirements.

• Keep method sheets updated, along with visual aids, formats, and quality-at-the-source records.

• Update PFMEA for any product or process changes.

• Update and ensure compliance with the Control Plan.

• Update and ensure compliance with JSA (Job Safety Analysis).

• Measure, analyze, and improve SCRAP, First Pass Yield, Defect Per Unit, Downtime, and line efficiency metrics.

• Analyze concessions and warranties.

• Support and follow up on engineering changes.

• Manage and implement new projects.

• Lead and assist with the qualification of new equipment while working with engineers

• Participate in Gemba walks and RIEs (Rapid Improvement Events).

• Support and follow up on MDI (Managing for Daily Improvement) boards.

• Analyze and follow up on complaints and CARs (Corrective Action Requests).

• Control and maintain tools and equipment.

• Lead root cause investigation of in-house and field failures

• Do the research for MTO items and create BOMs and routing appropriately

What you will bring:

• Practical Manufacturing & Quality Experience: 3–5+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment (experience with CTV or legacy compressor products preferred, no degree required).

• Core Quality Tools & Methodology: Strong expertise in maintaining PFMEAs, Control Plans, and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) to ensure process stability and regulatory compliance.

• Continuous Improvement & Metrics-Driven Problem Solving: Proven track record of participating in Gemba walks, RIEs (Rapid Improvement Events), and managing MDI boards to improve metrics like FPY, DPU, Scrap, and Downtime.

• Failure Analysis & Corrective Actions: Demonstrated ability to lead Root Cause Investigations for in-house or field failures and manage CARs (Corrective Action Requests) and warranties.

• Process Documentation & Systems Competency: Hands-on experience keeping method sheets/visual aids updated, managing engineering changes, and researching/creating BOMs and routings for MTO (Make-to-Order) items.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

Compensation Type:

Incentive Eligible:

Sales Commission Eligible:

Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience,  travel requirements, and union designation.   Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country.  Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Thrive at work and at home:

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
• Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Disclaimer:  Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.

Safety Sensitive Role:

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.