(USA) Quality Engineer

Walmart•Palestine, TX

9d•$80,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Position Summary... What you'll do... IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS ROLE Leads the application of Process Improvement tools and methods, including 5S, Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma, and time-and-motion studies, to eliminate quality losses and deviations within Distribution Center areas. Aligns improvement efforts to Network Process Structure using Walmart Performance System (WPS) and Quality Excellence programs. Delivers expected functional area results through KPI analysis, loss elimination, and creation of standard work to reduce process variation. Assists in the review, execution, and response to quality-focused process improvement projects owned by Area Managers. Compiles and submits deviations to existing One Best Way playbooks and provides input to Divisional Focused Improvement Teams on project ideation and replication opportunities. Program Deployment & Performance Management Supports the tactical deployment of WPS Quality Excellence methodology. Manages execution of projects addressing top quality losses within the functional area. Builds process improvement capability among Area Managers and associates. Develops area quality loss profiles, performance metrics, and gap analyses to support WPS integration. Supports Department Managers with WPS programs, projects, associate engagement, and KPI improvements within assigned process areas. Leads quality-related savings projects by removing waste and loss from processes. Leadership & Execution Promotes and supports company policies, initiatives, procedures, mission, values, and standards of ethics and integrity. Demonstrates up-to-date expertise and applies best practices to develop, execute, and improve action plans. Provides expert advice and guidance to support alignment with customer and business needs. Builds partnerships with key stakeholders to identify business needs, implement solutions, monitor progress, and adapt to competing demands and organizational change. Coordinates, completes, and oversees job-related activities by: Developing and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships Communicating goals and objectives Building accountability and measuring progress Identifying improvement opportunities Demonstrating adaptability and promoting continuous learning Provides supervision and development opportunities for associates through hiring, training, mentoring, work assignment, recognition, and fostering a culture of belonging. Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures, supports the Open Door Policy, and provides guidance on ethical business practices. Walmart Leadership Behaviors Respect the Individual Builds high-performing teams that embrace differences in people, cultures, ideas, and experiences. Creates a workplace where associates feel seen, supported, and connected through a culture of belonging. Works collaboratively to build strong, trusting relationships. Communicates with impact, energy, and positivity to motivate and influence others. Attracts, retains, develops, and recognizes top talent and contributions. Act with Integrity Maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and compliance. Models Walmart values and holds self and others accountable. Supports Walmart’s goal of becoming a regenerative company through positive impact, waste reduction, and community involvement. Acts with humility, self-awareness, honesty, fairness, and transparency. Serve Our Customers and Members Delivers results while putting the customer first. Adapts to how, where, and when customers shop. Applies EDLP and EDLC business models to plans and execution. Makes decisions based on data, insights, and analysis. Balances short- and long-term priorities while considering customers, associates, shareholders, suppliers, business partners, and communities. Strive for Excellence Demonstrates curiosity and a continuous desire to learn. Takes calculated risks and shows courage and resilience. Encourages learning from mistakes. Drives continuous improvement by adopting new technologies and skills and supporting others through change. Benefits At Walmart, we offer competitive pay, performance-based bonus opportunities, and comprehensive benefits for a healthier mind, body, and wallet, including: Medical, vision, and dental coverage 401(k), stock purchase plan, and company-paid life insurance Paid time off, including PTO, sick leave, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting time Short-term and long-term disability Company discounts Military leave pay Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart. The annual salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include: - Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location) - Stock At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart. The annual salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location) - Stock ㅤ ㅤ ㅤ ㅤ ‎

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or prior experience in Quality or Process Improvement OR 2 years' of relevant work experience.
Microsoft Office Suite, analytical skills.

Nice To Haves

Co-Op/Internship in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Distribution with experience applying basic Lean/Continuous Improvement Tools
Possess applied knowledge of a functioning Quality Management System elements including Statistical Process Control, FMEA, Quality KPIs, etc

Responsibilities

Leads the application of Process Improvement tools and methods, including 5S, Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma, and time-and-motion studies, to eliminate quality losses and deviations within Distribution Center areas.
Aligns improvement efforts to Network Process Structure using Walmart Performance System (WPS) and Quality Excellence programs.
Delivers expected functional area results through KPI analysis, loss elimination, and creation of standard work to reduce process variation.
Assists in the review, execution, and response to quality-focused process improvement projects owned by Area Managers.
Compiles and submits deviations to existing One Best Way playbooks and provides input to Divisional Focused Improvement Teams on project ideation and replication opportunities.
Supports the tactical deployment of WPS Quality Excellence methodology.
Manages execution of projects addressing top quality losses within the functional area.
Builds process improvement capability among Area Managers and associates.
Develops area quality loss profiles, performance metrics, and gap analyses to support WPS integration.
Supports Department Managers with WPS programs, projects, associate engagement, and KPI improvements within assigned process areas.
Leads quality-related savings projects by removing waste and loss from processes.
Promotes and supports company policies, initiatives, procedures, mission, values, and standards of ethics and integrity.
Demonstrates up-to-date expertise and applies best practices to develop, execute, and improve action plans.
Provides expert advice and guidance to support alignment with customer and business needs.
Builds partnerships with key stakeholders to identify business needs, implement solutions, monitor progress, and adapt to competing demands and organizational change.
Coordinates, completes, and oversees job-related activities by: Developing and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships Communicating goals and objectives Building accountability and measuring progress Identifying improvement opportunities Demonstrating adaptability and promoting continuous learning
Provides supervision and development opportunities for associates through hiring, training, mentoring, work assignment, recognition, and fostering a culture of belonging.
Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures, supports the Open Door Policy, and provides guidance on ethical business practices.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental coverage
401(k), stock purchase plan, and company-paid life insurance
Paid time off, including PTO, sick leave, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting time
Short-term and long-term disability
Company discounts
Military leave pay
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage.
Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance.
Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.