Quality Engineer

Newell Brands; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Newell Brands is seeking a Quality Engineer to execute defined quality activities in support of new product development and sustaining products. You will implement, analyze, and investigate quality issues to ensure product and process compliance, with some travel and international conference calls.

Responsibilities include qualification/validation planning, CAPA collaboration, APQP usage, data analysis, and risk assessment to support leadership decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, science or related technical field.
• 2–5 years of quality engineering or related experience.
• Working knowledge of quality methods and systems (statistics, sampling, auditing, 8D, 5-Why, PDCA).
• Familiarity with APQP/PPAP/FMEA/Control Plan tools.
• Experience across plastics, glass, metals, or electric commodities preferred.
• Project management skills and MS Office proficiency (Excel/PowerPoint).
• Six-sigma, lean, FMEA and team-based project experience are desirable.
• Ability to assess risk from testing/inspection data to guide decisions.

Responsibilities

• Execute qualification and validation plans for new and changed products and processes.
• Support cross-functional teams in identifying quality risks and investigations.
• Participate in CAPA activities: data collection, root cause analysis, corrective actions.
• Apply APQP tools such as FMEA, Control Plans, PPAP, and MSA.
• Analyze quality data and summarize findings for senior staff decisions.
• Support customer/consumer complaint investigations with data and RCA.
• Ensure work complies with quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Quality engineering

Project management

Problem solving

Statistical methods

8D / 5-Why

APQP/PPAP/FMEA

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Science, or related technical discipline

Tools

APQP/PPAP/FMEA

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle® - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact—supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day.

Summary

The Quality Engineer is an individual contributor responsible for executing defined quality activities in support of new product development and sustaining products. The role focuses on implementation, analysis, and problem investigation, ensuring products and processes meet defined quality, safety, and compliance requirements. Responsible for ensuring product quality and specification compliance for sourced products and materials. Some travel will be expected and availability for international conference calls will be required.

Job Responsibilities

• Execute qualification and validation plans for new products and changes to existing products and processes, following established procedures and standards.

• Support cross‑functional teams in identifying potential quality risks and investigating quality issues in development and production environments.

• Participate in corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities, including data collection, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective actions

• Apply Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) tools such as Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Control Plans, PPAP, and MSA.

• Analyze quality data and summarize findings and recommendations for review by senior quality staff or management.

• Support customer and consumer complaint investigations by gathering data, participating in root cause analysis, and implementing assigned corrective actions.

• Ensure assigned work complies with applicable quality, safety, and regulatory requirements, escalating risks or concerns as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Science, or related technical discipline.

• 2-5 years of quality engineering or related experience.

• Working knowledge of quality methods and systems, including statistics, sampling, auditing, and structured problem‑solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5‑Why, PDCA).

• Familiarity with APQP/PPAP/FMEA/Control Plan tools.

• Experienced background in various types of manufacturing. Working knowledge in the plastics, glass, metals, and/or electric commodities is preferred.

• Project management skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications such as Excel & PowerPoint.

• Exposure and experience in six-sigma, lean, FMEA and team-based project management is highly desirable.

• Must understand how to determine risk associated with level of testing and inspection performed to make good decisions based upon the analysis of those tests and inspections.

*Please note this position will not be able to sponsor H1B visa or support OPT status.

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.