Quality Engineer: Lead Process Improvement in Manufacturing

Schneider Electric; Columbia Township (MO); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, basic life

Flexible work arrangements

Paid family leaves

Well-being programs

13 holidays plus 15 days PTO

401(k) with match

Job summary

Schneider Electric in Columbia, Missouri is seeking a Quality Engineer to support manufacturing operations and drive continuous improvement. You will lead problem solving using 8D, Kaizen, and Six Sigma while contributing to PFMEA, process control plans, and poka-yoke opportunities.

You will interface with customers and internal teams, advancing continuous improvement with digital tools and cross-functional collaboration. A BS in engineering and manufacturing quality experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical or Electronic fields.
• Experience with manufacturing quality or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience with 8D problem solving methodology and tool usage.
• Six Sigma knowledge or certification is highly desired.
• Strong analytical skills with data, problem resolution and project management.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, detail oriented.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and related software.
• Desire to work on the manufacturing floor and with customer interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Quality Engineering role support Columbia Manufacturing operations.
• Lead problem solving regarding customer concerns using 8D, Kaizen, Six Sigma and implement corrective actions.
• Lead PFMEA, process control plans and poka-yoke opportunities.
• Improve processes using Schneider Performance System methodologies.
• Support Short Interval Management and cross-functional teamwork.
• Interface with external customers for investigations and satisfaction.
• Collaborate with technical antennas, manufacturing and supplier quality resources.
• Support new product introductions and supplier development in Missouri.

Skills

8D problem solving

Kaizen

Six Sigma

Root cause analysis

Leadership

Communication

Data analysis

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Electronic)

Tools

PFMEA

Poka-yoke

Process control plans

8D

Job description

Schneider Electric in Columbia, Missouri is seeking a Quality Engineer to support manufacturing operations and drive continuous improvement. You will lead problem solving using 8D, Kaizen, and Six Sigma while contributing to PFMEA, process control plans, and poka-yoke opportunities.

You will interface with customers and internal teams, advancing continuous improvement with digital tools and cross-functional collaboration. A BS in engineering and manufacturing quality experience are preferred.