Quality Engineer

Generac; Holdrege (NE); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac is seeking a Quality Engineer II to collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to enhance quality systems and product flow. You will plan and execute incoming inspection, quarantine and disposition of parts, ensuring suppliers meet quality expectations.

This role emphasizes leading audits, PPAP, APQP, ISO compliance, and data-driven improvement to reduce defects. You will drive root-cause analysis, participate in problem-solving at plant and supplier levels, and mentor quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
• 3+ years in an operations environment.
• 3+ years in quality assurance in a plant or supplier quality role.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Familiarity with manufacturing/quality metrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead deployment of standard lean tools, methodologies, practices & processes.
• Guide Generac sourcing, purchasing and corporate quality personnel with supplier expectations.
• Lead the resolution of supplier quality issues.
• Direct internal product audits and nonconformance resolution; lead problem solving at plant and supplier levels.
• Support PPAP; manage qualification of new parts through APQP.
• Coordinate supplier quality data to feed Cost of Quality Metrics.
• Conduct audits of processes and quality systems (ISO, internal audits).
• Gather and analyze product data to drive improvement and reduce defects.
• Provide direction to Quality Leads for inspection priorities.
• Develop inspection sampling plans based on supplier performance.
• Assist with identification and traceability of product.
• Ensure test/inspection integrity (MSA/GR&R).
• Act as SAP Super User in this area.
• Promote continuous improvement with facility teams.

Skills

Problem solving

Verbal and written communication

Manufacturing quality metrics

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

The Quality Engineer II works with suppliers and personnel to improve quality systems and performance. This position is responsible for ensuring that suppliers meet quality expectations and for planning, coordinating, and executing the incoming inspection, quarantine and disposition of product. The Quality Engineer II works closely & collaborates with cross-functional teams to keep product flowing successfully.

Responsibilities

• Lead deployment of standard lean tools, methodologies, practices & processes.
• Guide Generac sourcing, purchasing and corporate quality personnel with the establishment of supplier expectations and objectives.
• Lead the resolution of supplier quality issues.
• Direct the overall execution of internal product audits and nonconformance resolution. Lead problem solving at the plant and supplier levels.
• Support Production Part Approval Process (PPAP). Manage the qualification of new parts through the APQP process.
• Coordinate supplier quality, rework and scrap data acquisition to feed Cost of Quality Metrics.
• Conduct and manage audits/assessments of processes and quality systems (ISO, internal audit, etc.).
• Gather and analyze product data and use the data to lead improvement initiatives to reduce the potential for defects.
• Provide direction and assistance to the Quality Leads for prioritizing inspection tasks.
• Develop and modify inspection sampling plans based on supplier performance.
• Assist with the identification and traceability of product.
• Ensure test/ inspection integrity (MSA/ GR&R).
• Act as SAP Super User within functional area as assigned.
• Promote a continuous improvement environment by providing direction for facility teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• 3 or more years of experience working in an Operations environment
• 3 or more years of experience working in Quality Assurance in a plant or supplier quality role;
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills;
• Effective verbal and written communication skills;
• Demonstrated knowledge of the application and interpretation of manufacturing/quality metrics;

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• Certified Quality Engineer;
• Certified Six Sigma Green Belt;
• Certified Quality Auditor;
• Previous Experience using SAP or equivalent ERP;
• Demonstrated knowledge of PPAP procedures, APQP (Control Plan & PFMEA), PPAP and ISO.
• Demonstrated ability to collaboratively work with teams to drive improvements;
• Proven track record of successfully managing shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast paced environment;
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and SAP business systems;
• Knowledge of Lean principals & improvements;

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job include are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.