Quality Engineer

Join a team where supplier quality and product excellence work together. If you enjoy contributing to NPI success and supporting supplier quality in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, your next step as a Quality Engineer could be at Multiplex.

Under direct supervision, this position is responsible for ensuring the quality of processes and product outputs which may include defining and specifying activities, processes, and standards to fulfill the quality requirements for a service or manufactured material, component, or product; auditing, monitoring, and determining the quality of processes, outputs or materials, either against defined internal or regulatory standards; product integrity testing to ensure orders are in compliance with quality requirements; reporting on process deviations and defects; and assisting in the development and maintenance of qualified supplier relationships. Applies detailed knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and some work experience.

This position is onsite based in New Albany, IN, and reports directly to the Operations Director. No visa sponsorship or work authorization support is available for this position.

Major Accountability:

• Responsible for daily tactical issues related to internal and external quality processes/products in the functional area.
• Supports NPI Quality Roadmap and product transition to mfg. site.
• Conducts process improvement efforts as an individual to complete initiatives.
• Supports related operations to improve and sustain KPIs.
• Conducts onsite supplier assessments and process audits to help retain existing suppliers and drive new supplier selection.
• Maintains Supplier scorecard and supplier quality manual
• Facilitates and approves Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions, as required.
• Facilitate corrective action (SCARS) and ensure root cause identification, solution implementation, when warranted.

 Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Reviews metrical performance of manufacturing system and/or related processes to prioritize issues.
• Designs, implements, validates, and reports on systems/processes that improve plan operations.
• Familiar with basic ISO implementation, Six Sigma, and other statistical and quality tools, Kaizen, SPC, and Lean Mfg concepts.
• Knowledgeable and proficient in the use of statistical software for process and product analysis.
• Ability to read prints, specifications, and schematics.
• Participates as Quality representatives for chartered teams.
• Assists with customer and supplier relations, expectations, and needs.
• Oversees supplier quality planning process to ensure conformance to customer specific requirements.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Education,  Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field with a minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience; a minimum of six (6) years of related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Degree in electrical, mechanical, or industrial engineering (or a closely related discipline), or active pursuit of Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification.
• This postion is not eligible for visa sponsorship or H‑1B transfer now or in the future.
• Working knowledge of statistical software and quality analysis tools.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and/or supplier quality processes preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
• Compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and skills.
• Willingness and ability to use required personal protective equipment (PPE) as necessary.
• Typical office environment; must be able to sit for extended periods of time and work on a computer.

Our Benefits:

We believe that our people are one of our most valuable assets. That’s why we provide our employees with a competitive benefits package that helps protect their health, income and lifestyle. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location, and can include the following:

• Competitive wage
• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) savings plan
• Wellness Program
• Supplemental Health Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training and Development
• Tuition Assistance
• Holiday Pay opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• On-the-job training and skills development
• Basic Life Insurance
• Leave Program
• Employee Events and more…

*Multiplex, a Welbilt brand, is a world-leading provider of high-capacity beverage dispensing equipment, blended beverage systems, and pre-chilling units for the global foodservice industry. The facility in New Albany, IN is a Welbilt brand which is a division of Ali Group.

For more information about Multiplex, visit www.multiplexbeverage.com

To explore more Career opportunities at Welbilt, visit www.careers.welbilt.com.

Welbilt, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace.  All applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment in employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, marital status, familial status, medical condition, or any other status protected by law. All recruitment, hiring, placements, transfers and promotions will be on the basis of individual skills, knowledge, abilities, and business need.