Quality Engineer

Northland Corporation•Greenville, MI

23d•$75,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Composition Brands, which includes Marvel, U-Line, and Viking Refrigeration, designs and manufactures premium refrigeration and ice products in Greenville, Michigan, for distribution throughout the United States and worldwide. The Quality Engineer is a hands-on, production-focused engineering role supporting product performance, safety, reliability, and compliance throughout manufacturing. The role serves as a technical resource for product validation, failure analysis, corrective action, and continuous improvement. Working closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain, the Quality Engineer identifies root causes, improves processes, reduces repeat defects, and helps prevent warranty issues through troubleshooting, data-driven decisions, and cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field).
2–5+ years of experience in a manufacturing quality or engineering role.
Strong knowledge of quality tools and methodologies, including 8D, 5 Whys, PFMEA, Control Plans, and SPC.
Experience with root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
Experience with end-of-line testing, validation processes, and functional performance testing.
Knowledge of applicable regulatory and safety standards, including UL, NSF, and ISO 9001.
Ability to analyze data and use statistical methods to drive decision-making.
Proficiency in quality and data analysis tools such as Excel, Minitab, or similar.
Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on, detail-oriented approach.
Effective communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.
Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and manage multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the refrigeration, appliance, or a similar industry.
Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as assembly, brazing, refrigeration systems, and leak testing.
Understanding of refrigeration system fundamentals, including compressors, evaporators, condensers, and refrigerants.
Experience with ERP/MES systems and quality tracking systems.

Responsibilities

Ensure finished products meet engineering specifications, safety standards, and customer requirements at final assembly.
Lead root cause investigations for product and process defects using structured problem-solving methods, including 8D, 5 Whys, and Fishbone analysis.
Drive corrective and preventive actions to eliminate recurring issues and improve product quality.
Monitor and improve first-pass yield, scrap, rework, and warranty performance.
Support and improve end-of-line testing processes to ensure accurate and repeatable product validation.
Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain to resolve quality concerns and implement process improvements.
Analyze quality data and trends to identify systemic issues and improvement opportunities.
Develop and maintain quality documentation, including control plans, work instructions, and inspection standards.
Participate in new product introduction activities, including PFMEA development, validation planning, and risk mitigation.
Support compliance with applicable regulatory and safety standards for refrigeration products, including UL and NSF requirements.
Support supplier quality activities, including incoming inspection, issue resolution, and supplier corrective actions.
Conduct manufacturing process audits and layered process audits to ensure adherence to established standards.
Assist in reducing warranty claims by identifying failure modes and implementing design or process improvements.
Provide technical support and training to production employees regarding quality standards and best practices.
Serve as a quality liaison between Production and Engineering to ensure effective communication and timely issue resolution.