Quality Engineer

Electric Machinery Company • Minneapolis, MN

just now • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for supporting the Quality Team, with an emphasis on driving continuous improvement across manufacturing and administrative functions using KPI-driven, Lean Six Sigma methodologies (DMAIC, PDCA, Kaizen) to optimize and standardize administrative processes, eliminate waste, improve efficiency, cost, and lead time in the manufacturing process.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or IT).
• Knowledge and experience with Quality Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Office, and Lean Six Sigma (DMAIC, PDCA, Kaizen), KPI-driven.
• Knowledge of digital transformation and Industry 4.0 concepts applied to manufacturing and administrative processes (data analytics, process automation, MES/ERP, dashboards).
• Ability to analyze and improve processes using data, digital tools, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proven problem-solving and root cause analysis skills (5 Whys, Fishbone).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead cross-functional improvement initiatives.
• Skills to lead by example, engaging people and promoting behavioral change.
• Emotional intelligence to handle resistance and transform the workplace into an efficient, safe, and harmonious environment.
• Proficient with using Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement across manufacturing and administrative functions (Lean Manufacturing and Lean Office).
• Analyze end-to-end processes to identify waste, bottlenecks, variation, and rework, and implement data-driven improvements.
• Lead Lean Six Sigma administrative (DMAIC, PDCA, Kaizen) to improve productivity, cost, quality, and lead time.
• Establish and maintain process standardization through work instructions, procedures, and control of critical administrative process parameters.
• Monitor, analyze, and report KPI performance, including efficiency, rework, lead time.
• Lead cross-functional improvement projects and support root cause analysis to resolve chronic administrative process issues.
• Promote and sustain a continuous improvement culture through training, coaching, and engagement of operations and office teams.
• Support Quality Team to ensure products and processes comply with relevant requirements of Quality Management System and ISO9001.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level