Quality Process Engineer

Shaw Industries; Andalusia (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaw Industries is seeking a Quality Process Engineer in Alabama to analyze quality trends and testing data, identify improvement opportunities, and support operational excellence across extrusion, twisting, and heatset operations.

The role provides technical expertise for troubleshooting, process improvement, and driving waste reduction while partnering with suppliers and internal teams. A Bachelor's in engineering and Six Sigma is valued, with strong communication and data skills.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Six Sigma Black Belt training or willingness to complete is preferred.
• Manufacturing experience, especially in quality roles, is expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in SMS audits to ensure quality and operational standards.
• Provide quality leadership and data analysis to improve extrusion, twisting, and heatset processes.
• Lead SPC monitoring and coaching to reduce variation and improve product quality.
• Drive root cause investigations and corrective actions to prevent off-quality events.
• Collaborate with suppliers and Yarn Technical for materials and systems quality.
• Oversee lab operations, calibration, and testing accuracy; manage lab scheduling.

Skills

Quality leadership

Data analysis

Audits & compliance

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Engineering degree preferred

Six Sigma Black Belt trained or willingness to complete training

Job description

Job Title

Quality Process Engineer

Position Overview

Shaw is hiring a Quality Process Engineer to analyze quality trends and testing data to identify opportunities for improvement, enhance product quality, and support operational excellence. Provide technical expertise in troubleshooting and improving processes and equipment in the lab and across Extrusion, Twisting, and Heatset operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in internal and external SMS audits, ensuring compliance with quality and operational standards.
• Support Extrusion, Twisting, and Heatset operations through quality leadership, technical expertise, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead SPC monitoring, analysis, and coaching efforts, utilizing statistical data to drive process improvements, reduce variation, and improve product quality.
• Drive root cause investigations, corrective actions, and preventive measures to reduce off-quality events and improve process performance.
• Partner with yarn suppliers, equipment vendors, and Yarn Technical to evaluate materials and systems, resolve quality concerns, and ensure products meet performance expectations.
• Serve as the quality representative during customer visits and feedback reviews, addressing concerns and supporting continuous improvement efforts.
• Lead laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance and calibration programs, ensuring testing accuracy, measurement integrity, equipment reliability, and technical support for laboratory personnel. Manage lab personnel including scheduling overtime and maintaining time.
• Coordinate the development, revision, and implementation of SMS procedures and Standard Work to promote safe, consistent, and efficient operations.
• Lead the laboratory Tiered Accountability process and collaborate with plant-wide Tiered Accountability and cross-functional teams to drive quality and operational improvements.
• Provide oversight for facility Management of Change (MOC) activities and support the tracking and completion of corrective actions to ensure accountability and compliance.
• Partner with the Quality Manager to lead quality initiatives and provide backup leadership for quality operations, quality systems, compliance activities, audits, and continuous improvement programs.
• Prepare, analyze, and publish quality reports that monitor performance, identify trends, and support data-driven decision making and operational excellence.

Required Competencies

• Plan and Organize
• Demonstrate Good Judgement
• Drive Results
• Coach and Support
• Build Trusting Relationships

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Engineering degree preferred.
• Prefer at least one (1) year experience in a manufacturing environment or its equivalent.
• Six Sigma Black Belt trained or willingness to complete training
• Must have good interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to communicate ideas both verbally and in writing.
• Must be proficient in the use of software programs (spreadsheets, word processing, presentation software, etc.)

Work Shift

8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.