Quality Engineer: Supplier Quality & Process Improvement

Cargotec Corporation; Raisio; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Hiab in Raisio, Finland is seeking a Quality Engineer to safeguard product quality across factory functions. You will be the voice of the customer, validate standardized work, and drive continuous quality improvements with suppliers.

The position is based in Raisio, Finland, and requires 3–5 years of quality engineering experience, with proficiency in ERP systems and quality tools. English and Finnish language skills are expected, with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of quality engineering experience within mechanical manufacturing and assembly operations.
• Proficiency with core quality tools and methodologies (ERP, 8D, A3, Kaizen, SPC, SIPOC, Pareto analysis, DMAIC).
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills across internal teams and external partners.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications; Lean Six Sigma Yellow/Green Belt is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate the quality and safety of incoming goods and packaging.
• Proactively identify safety risks and promote adherence to 5S standards.
• Track, report, and manage quality deviations related to suppliers.
• Analyze, report, and address internal production defects and rework trends.
• Communicate quality insights and non-conformances to key business line stakeholders.
• Review, approve, and process invoices for in-house technical claims.
• Lead quality initiatives as the dedicated quality representative for assigned value streams.
• Generate comprehensive non-conformance reports (NCRs) for product, process, or drawing deviations.
• Apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) tools to monitor and optimize manufacturing processes.
• Partner with suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement robust corrective actions (e.g., 8D, A3).
• Develop and execute structured product audit plans incorporating claims, customer feedback, and internal metrics.
• Conduct internal and external quality audits and ensure timely follow-up on corrective actions.
• Compile quality documentation and data packages in line with project requirements (e.g., PPAP, QGAR).
• Maintain and update daily SQDIP boards with key quality metrics.
• Coordinate and oversee the incoming inspection workflow.

Skills

Quality engineering

English

Finnish

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP systems

8D

A3

Kaizen

SPC

SIPOC

Pareto analysis

DMAIC

Job description

Hiab in Raisio, Finland is seeking a Quality Engineer to safeguard product quality across factory functions. You will be the voice of the customer, validate standardized work, and drive continuous quality improvements with suppliers.

The position is based in Raisio, Finland, and requires 3–5 years of quality engineering experience, with proficiency in ERP systems and quality tools. English and Finnish language skills are expected, with occasional travel.