Quality Engineer

Newell Brands•Atlanta, GA

95d

About The Position

The Quality Engineer drives product and supplier quality across the Writing portfolio, from new product development through sustained production. The role focuses on building quality into designs, preventing defects, and leading structured problem solving to protect customers and the business. The engineer partners with R&D, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Brand teams to identify risks early, resolve quality issues, and deliver continuous improvement. Success is measured by improved product performance, reduced quality escapes, and stronger supplier capability.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related technical field.
2–5 years of experience in a quality role.
Strength in problem solving, root cause analysis, and process validation methodologies.
Strong data analysis skills and ability to translate findings into clear actions.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence internal teams and external suppliers.
Results-oriented and organized, with the ability to execute against timelines while managing multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

Consumer products experience.
Experience with manufacturing processes such as molding or automated assembly.
CQE certification.

Responsibilities

Lead quality activities in New Product Development, including APQP, FMEA, PPAP, and related deliverables.
Support supplier qualification and change management involving materials, equipment, processes, or location changes.
Apply statistical tools such as capability studies, stability analysis, and DOE to inform decisions and mitigate risk.
Implement and maintain quality procedures as required.
Monitor key quality metrics to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
Lead product and process issue resolution using structured 8D problem-solving methods.
Partner with suppliers and manufacturing teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
Drive quality productivity and cost-reduction initiatives.
Communicate quality risks, findings, and recommendations to cross-functional stakeholders.
Present data clearly and concisely, adjusting the level of detail to the audience.
Collaborate across functions and escalate issues when needed to maintain momentum.
Use quality metrics to support business priorities and drive measurable improvement.