Quality Engineer: Drive Product & Supplier Quality

Newell Brands; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Newell Brands is seeking a Quality Engineer to drive product and supplier quality across the Writing portfolio from development through production. The role emphasizes proactive design quality, defect prevention, and structured problem solving to protect customers and the business.

The incumbent will partner with R&D, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Brand teams to identify risks early, resolve issues efficiently, and deliver continuous improvement. 2–5 years in quality is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related technical field.
• 2-5 years of experience in a quality role; consumer products experience preferred.
• Demonstrated strength in problem solving, root cause analysis, and process validation methodologies.
• Experience with manufacturing processes such as molding or automated assembly is preferred.
• Strong data analysis skills with the ability to translate findings into clear actions.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence internal teams and external suppliers.
• Results‑oriented, organized, and able to execute against timelines while managing multiple priorities.
• CQE certification preferred.
• Up to 10% travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality activities within New Product Development, including APQP, FMEA, PPAP, and related deliverables.
• Support supplier qualification and change management efforts involving materials, equipment, processes, or location changes.
• Apply statistical tools (capability studies, stability analysis, DOE) to drive sound decisions and risk mitigation.
• Implement and maintain quality procedures as required.

Skills

Problem solving

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Newell Brands is seeking a Quality Engineer to drive product and supplier quality across the Writing portfolio from development through production. The role emphasizes proactive design quality, defect prevention, and structured problem solving to protect customers and the business.

The incumbent will partner with R&D, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Brand teams to identify risks early, resolve issues efficiently, and deliver continuous improvement. 2–5 years in quality is preferred.