Advanced Quality Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead quality initiatives for new parts, processes, and New Product Introductions (NPI) across U.S. manufacturing sites.
• Own and lead all new equipment qualification activities and serve as the process quality expert for assigned equipment.
• Develop and execute robust qualification plans for new equipment in partnership with Advanced Manufacturing Engineering.
• Lead gage development, including specification, design review, and final buyoff.
• Use metrology tools such as CMM and 3D scanning to measure, analyze, and validate parts.
• Drive Cost of Quality (COQ) improvements, including scrap reduction and yield improvement.
• Lead cross-functional PFMEA activities to identify and mitigate risks associated with new parts and process changes.
• Manage Quality Management System (QMS) documentation, including Manufacturing Control Plans and standard work instructions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in quality engineering or a similar capacity.
• Proven experience in manufacturing process troubleshooting and implementation.
• Strong project tracking and detailed planning skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, including GD&T and MBD.
• Data-driven decision-making skills and experience interpreting data to solve manufacturing problems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate of a GE Appliances development program (SCDP, AEDP, or similar).
• Experience using, programming, and interpreting CMM, 3D scanning, and PolyWorks.
• Strong background in Lean process improvement within high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification; proficiency with Minitab.
• Familiarity with GE Appliances refrigeration operations.

About the Company

GE Appliances, a Haier company, is the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S. We are powered by creators, thinkers, and makers who believe in the power of our people and the freedom to explore, discover, and build good things together.