Sr. Quality Engineer

Hirenza; United States; On-site; USD 108,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Quality Supervisor to enhance quality engineering activities and continuous improvement at their Van Wert, Ohio facility. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in quality systems and team leadership to achieve operational goals.

Benefits

Bonus system

Paid vacation

Flexible working hours

Possibility to work remotely

Pension plan

Personal insurance

Communication package

Access to employee resource groups

State-of-the-art virtual work environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of quality experience in manufacturing or operations.
• Proficient in reading engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Hands-on inspection and testing experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve KPIs.
• Lead efforts to reduce the cost of poor quality.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams on quality plans.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Data Analytics

Quality Systems

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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About The Company

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification. Our innovative technologies are used in a wide range of applications—from refrigeration, heating, power conversion, and motor control to industrial machinery and off-highway equipment. Founded in 1933, we are a family-owned global company with over 39,000 employees and 95 manufacturing sites serving customers in more than 100 countries.

About The Company

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification. Our innovative technologies are used in a wide range of applications—from refrigeration, heating, power conversion, and motor control to industrial machinery and off-highway equipment. Founded in 1933, we are a family-owned global company with over 39,000 employees and 95 manufacturing sites serving customers in more than 100 countries.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced and driven Quality Supervisor to join our team in Van Wert, Ohio, within the Danfoss Power Solutions segment. This role will be responsible for leading quality engineering activities and continuous improvement initiatives to meet plant and customer quality objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality systems, problem-solving, team leadership, and manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Drive and support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving key performance indicators (KPIs) such as customer DPPM and product audit performance.
• Identify top quality issues using data analytics and implement actions to address root causes.
• Lead efforts to reduce the cost of poor quality, including scrap, rework, repair, and warranty-related costs.
• Prevent the use of nonconforming materials and ensure effective corrective and preventive actions are in place.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to develop PFMEAs, control plans, MSA, and process capability methods.
• Lead structured problem-solving using tools such as Six Sigma, 8D, and CAPA to address internal and external quality issues.
• Deploy risk mitigation activities across the value stream to proactively identify potential quality risks.
• Foster supplier and customer relationships through effective communication and collaboration.
• Provide leadership and direction to quality department staff, ensuring alignment with operational goals.
• Present monthly quality performance reviews and track the progress of improvement projects.
  
  

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of quality experience in manufacturing or operations.
• Proficient in reading engineering drawings, GD&T, control plans, PFMEAs, job instructions, and statistical methods.
• Hands-on experience with inspection and testing equipment.
• Knowledge of AIAG Core Tools: PPAP, APQP, MSA, SPC, and FMEA.
  
  

Preferred

• ASQ certifications (CQE, CMQ/OE).
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• Certified internal auditor (IATF 16949 preferred).
• Experience in ISO-certified QMS environments.
• Knowledge of fabrication, machining, and assembly processes.
• SAP experience (ERP system).
  
  

Benefits

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Flexible working hours
• Possibility to work remotely (role dependent)
• Pension plan
• Personal insurance
• Communication package
• Access to employee resource groups
• State-of-the-art virtual work environment
• Employee referral program
  
  

Equal opportunity

Danfoss is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building an inclusive work environment that values diversity and respects all individuals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  IT System Custom Software Development

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