Supplier Quality Engineer-Plastics

General Electric; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading appliance company as a Supplier Quality Engineer specializing in plastics. In this role, you will enhance product quality and performance by managing supplier relationships and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Your expertise will drive successful product launches and foster a culture of continuous improvement. This position offers a collaborative environment where your contributions will directly impact the quality of everyday products. If you are passionate about innovation and quality, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a difference in a fast-paced industry.

Benefits

Flexible Work Arrangements

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years in supply chain or quality in manufacturing.
• Experience with quality systems and tools.
• Ability to lead projects and influence teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships to improve quality and reduce costs.
• Lead the APQP process for new product launches.
• Conduct supplier audits and drive corrective actions.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Quality Assurance

Project Management

Statistical Analysis

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Physics

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry

Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics

Tools

MS Office Suite

Quality Management Systems

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)

Job description

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.”As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way.We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities:we come together,we always look for a better way, andwe create possibilities.

Interested in joining us on our journey?

Make a difference at GE Appliances. Join a team that drives product innovation by partnering with our suppliers to elevate quality and performance. As a Supplier Quality Engineer specializing in plastics, you'll play a critical role in ensuring that new products launch smoothly, and suppliers deliver consistent, reliable results.
You’ll be the key liaison between our supply base and manufacturing teams, supporting everything from process improvement to problem resolution while helping deliver products that enhance everyday life.

Position

Supplier Quality Engineer-Plastics

Location

USA, Louisville, KY

How You'll Create Possibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Build and manage supplier relationships with a focus on improving quality, reducing cost, and enhancing performance.
• Lead the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) process to ensure successful new product launches.
• Own and drive the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) for new parts, ensuring readiness before pilot builds.
• Conduct supplier audits to verify Quality Management System (QMS) compliance and drive corrective actions.
• Manage process changes, material changes, and Transfers of Work (TOW) through established change control protocols.
• Address supplier quality issues by defining defect modes, identifying root causes, and driving sustainable corrective actions (SCAR).
• Use supplier scorecards and quality tools to identify trends, initiate projects, and deliver measurable improvements.
• Apply Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies to reduce waste and rework.
• Partner closely with cross-functional teams in technology, sourcing, and manufacturing.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of supply chain, quality, or technical experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or related technical field; or equivalent experience.
• Experience managing projects and organizing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Clear, confident communication skills—written and verbal.
• Ability to lead through influence and thrive in a matrixed environment.
• Familiarity with quality systems, tools, and processes.
• Proficiency in common computer tools (e.g., MS Office Suite, data analysis platforms).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with plastic injection molding processes and tools.
• Strong skills in statistical analysis and quality tools (e.g., Gage R&R, SPC, PFMEA, DOE, Control Plans).
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, dimensions, and tolerances (including basic GD&T knowledge).
• Proficient with PPAP and structured problem-solving tools such as SCAR, 8-D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, and Pareto analysis.
• Ability to simplify complex data and create executive-ready summaries.
• Lean manufacturing experience or Six Sigma certification.

Additional details

• This is a full-time role based at Appliance Park in Louisville, KY.
• Travel up to 20% to supplier and manufacturing sites within the U.S.

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices.

By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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