Sr. Quality Engineer

Vanderlande Industries B.V.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderlande is seeking a Sr. Quality Engineer to lead quality initiatives across manufacturing operations. You will reinforce the QMS, drive CAPA, audits, and continuous improvement, partnering with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Operations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in manufacturing quality, strong analytical skills, and a proven track record in implementing process improvements and ensuring ISO 9001 compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field; 5+ years in manufacturing quality.
• Proven experience leading investigations and audits.
• Strong analytical, data-driven decision making, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve QMS processes and procedures.
• Lead root cause investigations and CAPA.
• Analyze quality data and customer feedback to drive improvements.
• Conduct process, product, supplier, and internal audits.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, inspection plans, and control plans.
• Mentor team and promote quality best practices.
• Ensure ISO 9001 compliance and customer requirements.

Skills

ISO 9001 QMS

CAPA RCA

Audits (internal & supplier)

NCR management

CI / Lean Six Sigma

FMEA / SPC

8D problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering or related

Job description

Job Title: Sr. Quality Engineer

Job Description

About Vanderlande Vanderlande is a global leader in logistics process automation, specializing in automated material handling systems for airports, warehouses, and parcel operations. Our innovative solutions help move millions of products and pieces of luggage around the world every day. With a strong focus on technology, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we are committed to delivering reliable solutions for our customers while providing meaningful career opportunities for our employees.

Your Department

We are seeking a Senior Quality Engineer with strong manufacturing quality experience to lead quality initiatives, drive process improvements, and ensure compliance with quality standards across our operations. This role partners closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Operations to improve product quality, process reliability, and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate has experience in a higher-level quality role within a manufacturing environment, is comfortable leading investigations and audits, and possesses a continuous improvement mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve Quality Management System (QMS) processes and procedures.
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Analyze quality data, trends, and customer feedback to drive improvements.
• Conduct process, product, supplier, and internal audits.
• Develop, review, and maintain SOPs, quality procedures, inspection plans, and control plans.
• Manage non-conformances (NCRs) and customer quality concerns.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and manufacturing operations.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other quality tools.
• Conduct risk assessments, failure analysis, and process improvement activities.
• Mentor team members and promote quality best practices throughout the organization.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, customer requirements, and internal standards.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing, or a related technical field. Equivalent experience may be considered. 5+ years of progressive Quality Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.

Strong experience with:

• ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
• SOP development and process standardization
• CAPA and root cause analysis
• Internal and supplier audits
• Non-conformance management
• Continuous improvement initiatives
• Working knowledge of quality methodologies such as: FMEA SPC 8D Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills. Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across multiple functions.

Preferred Qualifications

• ASQ Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA) strongly preferred.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Lean Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt, or similar certification.
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI).
• Experience in industrial automation, material handling, or related manufacturing industries.

What We're Looking For

A quality professional who has operated in a senior-level manufacturing quality role. Someone with a strong process-oriented and continuous improvement mindset. Experience developing and enforcing SOPs and quality standards. Proven ability to identify problems, determine root causes, and implement sustainable solutions. A collaborative leader who can drive quality initiatives across the organization.

Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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