Root-Cause Quality Engineer: Lean Problem Solver

FXI; Cornelius (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

FXI is seeking a Quality Problem Solving Engineer to drive quality improvements across its manufacturing network. The role emphasizes rapid problem solving and root cause analysis, utilizing lean principles for practical, sustainable solutions.

The position requires travel to support multiple FXI plant locations and close collaboration with Operations, Engineering, and Quality teams. The successful candidate will lead structured investigations, champion corrective actions, and coach plant teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, quality, or related field.
• 5+ years in manufacturing quality, process engineering, or operations.
• Travel ability of 50–70% to support multiple plant locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead root cause investigations across the manufacturing network.
• Drive corrective and preventive actions with rapid containment and validation.
• Facilitate structured problem solving (Red X, 3-Legged 5-Why, Is/Is Not).
• Identify and reduce process variation using Shainin methods and practical experiments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and drive improvements.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Lean principles

Process improvement

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/quality

Tools

Shainin Red X

A3

8D problem solving

Job description

FXI is seeking a Quality Problem Solving Engineer to drive quality improvements across its manufacturing network. The role emphasizes rapid problem solving and root cause analysis, utilizing lean principles for practical, sustainable solutions.

The position requires travel to support multiple FXI plant locations and close collaboration with Operations, Engineering, and Quality teams. The successful candidate will lead structured investigations, champion corrective actions, and coach plant teams