Senior Principal Manufacturing Quality Engineer

GE Appliances • Louisville, KY

98d

About The Position

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make 'good things, for life.' As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we're powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there's always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together. The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities. Interested in joining us on our journey? Are you a proven quality engineering leader who thrives on solving complex manufacturing challenges and driving continuous improvement? Join us as a Senior Principal Manufacturing Quality Engineer and play a critical role in shaping the future of our refrigeration and HVAC sealed systems production. This is a high-impact position where your expertise will directly improve manufacturing yields, enhance product quality, and influence processes across multiple factories and sites.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field required.
• 10+ years' experience in quality engineering roles of increasing responsibility required.
• Must have the ability and willingness to travel to various factories, both domestic and international.
• Must have demonstrated experience in brazing, braze controls, related material and equipment.
• Have a strong knowledge of quality management systems and regulatory requirements.
• Prior experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma required.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis, quality improvement tools and quality management software tools required.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in the consumer appliances industry strongly preferred.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and project management abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, from operations to C-suite level.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic initiatives to increase yields and address quality feedback from internal and external stakeholders.
• Analyze production data, identify trends, and implement corrective and preventive actions to eliminate root causes.
• Monitor key metrics (SCR, Cost of Quality, damage data) and ensure negative trends are swiftly addressed.
• Drive process efficiency and reliability through Lean, Six Sigma, and proactive quality tools.
• Lead MCP processes for assembly, brazing, and testing operations—ensuring documentation is current, compliant, and operationalized effectively.
• Partner with operations to create and update standard operating procedures and work instructions.
• Ensure adherence to change control and ISO requirements.
• Provide technical expertise on process changes, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis.
• Support new product introduction with manufacturability and quality insights.
• Partner with design, production, and quality teams to implement solutions that meet regulatory and company standards.
• Work closely with engineering, service, and supplier quality teams to align quality goals across the product lifecycle.
• Translate field service data into engineering and process improvements.
• Engage with suppliers to manage quality issues, assess readiness for changes, and uphold compliance.
• Communicate effectively across all levels of the business, from the production floor to senior leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree