Quality Engineer

Hunter Douglas; Utah; On-site; USD 78,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) matching

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

Hunter Douglas, a global leader in window coverings and architectural products, seeks a Senior Quality Leader in Utah to drive quality control and regulatory compliance. You will oversee QC activities, coordinate with production, and guide cross-functional teams to prevent defects and improve processes.

Requirements include 5+ years in similar roles, ISO expertise, Six Sigma or ASQ certification, advanced Excel, SAP, and strong leadership and data analysis skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in quality leadership roles.
• Deep knowledge of quality management systems and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality management systems development and maintenance.
• Implement SPC and FMEA to identify and prevent defects.
• Oversee inspection of raw materials, processes, and finished products.
• Coordinate with production to establish and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Quality management systems

ISO standards

Six Sigma

FMEA

SPC

Data analysis

Leadership

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Six Sigma/ASQ certification

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Hunter Douglas is the world's leading manufacturer of window coverings and a major manufacturer of architectural products. We are a brand that you know and trust. With more than 100 years of innovation, we've defined our industry with proprietary products that deliver revolutionary style and functionality and can be found in millions of homes and commercial buildings globally.

We are searching for candidates that are driven, intelligent, creative, and entrepreneurial. By offering challenging and accelerated opportunities for growth, powered by a shared hunger for success, we create a space for your career to thrive. In return for your expertise, we are committed to providing competitive and robust total compensation and benefit packages to ensure you feel valued. Our dream is to become the fastest growing, most loved, window covering company in the world. What's yours?

Position Overview

Responsibility is to lead all activities related to quality control, implementing systems and processes to ensure that products meet the quality standards required by the company and regulators.

What you'll do

• Develop and maintain effective quality management systems, including policies, procedures, and quality standards to ensure compliance with customer requirements and applicable regulations.
• Implement quality tools, such as Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), to identify and prevent defects in production.
• Oversee all quality control activities, including inspection of raw materials, manufacturing process, and finished product, ensuring early detection of quality issues.
• Coordinate with production teams to establish quality standards, conduct acceptance testing, and ensure the integrity of the production process.
• Manage the non-conformance process, investigating and resolving quality issues, identifying root causes, and developing and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams to address recurring quality issues and ensure continuous improvements in processes and products.
• Collaborate with customers to understand their quality requirements and ensure customer satisfaction through the delivery of high-quality products.
• Coordinate external audits and regulatory inspections, preparing documentation and ensuring compliance with standards and regulations.
• Direct and develop a team of quality professionals, providing guidance, training, and feedback to improve team performance and competency.
• Promote a culture of quality within the organization, fostering individual accountability and commitment to excellence in quality.
• All other duties as assigned

Who you are

• Minimum education: completed related degree.
• 5 years of experience in similar positions.
• Deep knowledge of quality management systems, ISO standards, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• English proficiency (90%).
• Advanced Excel skills.
• SAP system.
• Possess a quality certification, such as Six Sigma or ASQ.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes.
• Attention to detail and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality products.
• Deep understanding of quality control techniques and tools, such as Six Sigma, 5S, FMEA, among others.
• Personnel management.
• Ability to analyze data and trends.
• Advanced analytical skills and ability to solve complex quality problems.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and motivate others.

What's in it for you

• Annual base salary range: $78,000 - $106,000
• Bonus target range: 10% - 20%
• Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
• A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
• Time off with pay
• 401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and product discounts

Please note, all offers presented to candidates are carefully crafted to ensure market competitiveness, equity, and reflect the individual candidate's education, experience, skills and potential.

Hunter Douglas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.