Continuous Improvement Quality Engineer I-III

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc.; Berea (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition reimbursement

Supportive work environment

Hybrid work option

Opportunities for growth and development

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k)

Job summary

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc. is looking for a Continuous Improvement Quality Engineer I-III in Berea, KY. In this role, you'll lead manufacturing process improvements, validate quality standards, and ensure seamless integration of new technologies.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and relevant manufacturing experience. Additional benefits include competitive pay, hybrid work options, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Proactive leader with a knack for identifying improvement opportunities and implementing solutions.
• Strong communicator, excellent at conveying ideas and addressing issues clearly.
• Detail-oriented, maintaining meticulous documentation and ensuring quality standards consistently met.

Responsibilities

• Lead and identify improvement initiatives in manufacturing processes.
• Validate new and existing manufacturing processes to ensure they meet engineering requirements.
• Address day-to-day quality issues using quality tools.
• Collaborate with the New Product Introduction (NPI) team and support innovation strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Continuous Improvement

Analytical Thinking

Workload Management

Communication

Manufacturing Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Title

Continuous Improvement Quality Engineer I-III

Job Category

Quality

Location

Berea, KY

Responsibilities

• Lead and identify improvement initiatives in manufacturing processes, including automation, robotics, and digital systems.
• Validate new and existing manufacturing processes to ensure they meet engineering requirements, including capability studies and gauge R&R analysis.
• Address day-to-day quality issues from various sources such as NCRs, line faults, and warranty claims using quality tools and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Provide day-to-day support to manufacturing value streams, including Gemba audits and analysis to maintain quality standards.
• Maintain accurate process documentation and quality records, ensuring they meet engineering requirements.
• Collaborate with the New Product Introduction (NPI) team and support innovation and automation strategies, ensuring seamless integration of new processes and technologies.

Qualifications

• Proactive leader with a knack for identifying improvement opportunities and implementing solutions.
• Strong communicator, excellent at conveying ideas and addressing issues clearly.
• Analytical thinker who excels at analyzing data to resolve problems and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Collaborative team player who works well with cross‑functional teams and can lead small groups.
• Detail‑oriented, maintaining meticulous documentation and ensuring quality standards consistently met.

Experience Requirements

• Level I: Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 1‑2 years of relevant manufacturing experience.
• Level II: Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 3‑5 years of relevant manufacturing experience.
• Level III: Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 5+ years of relevant manufacturing experience.

Skills, Experience & Abilities

• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement, manage processes, and implement new concepts; skilled at leading and interacting with small groups.
• Continuous Improvement: Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing processes and problem‑solving methodologies; proven ability to lead and coach teams in continuous improvement projects.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical skills to identify and resolve problems using structured problem‑solving processes to implement permanent corrective actions.
• Workload Management: Excellent planning, organizing, and time‑management skills; proactive and independent judgment.
• Communication: Superior written and verbal skills; effective interaction with stakeholders.
• Manufacturing Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of multiple manufacturing processes such as machining, welding, assembly techniques, time studies, automation, PLC, machine logic, torque tooling, and computer applications.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Supportive work environment.
• Hybrid work option.
• Opportunities for growth and development.
• Paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Employer‑sponsored profit sharing and 401(k).

Travel

1‑10% travel required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.