Test Engineer- Manufacturing Quality (3rd Shift)

Haier US Appliance Solutions, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Appliances, a Haier company, is seeking a Test Engineer- Manufacturing Quality for the 3rd shift at our Louisville, KY plant. You will lead test systems, develop and validate test methods, and ensure equipment is reliable to prevent lost starts.

You will troubleshoot test equipment, analyze data, and partner with process improvement and maintenance teams to sustain quality and uptime across the production floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent.
• 5 years’ of demonstrated success in manufacturing quality disciplines.
• 3-5 years of troubleshooting and supporting manufacturing test equipment.
• Experience with manufacturing quality/NPI quality projects and process improvement.
• Experience interpreting data to solve problems; statistical analysis.
• Experience with lean manufacturing in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Ability to work in large cross-functional teams across organizational levels.
• Strong communication skills; report outs to leadership.
• Exposure to basic electrical components; computer literacy: Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement new test methods to enhance capabilities, support growth, model introduction, and improve outgoing quality via enhanced test firewalls.
• Write and analyze Test Codes for leak and flow rates, wattage, resistance, Hipot, Ground bond and other basic test parameters.
• Drive project improvement through Test Systems; organize project leaders around goals.
• Implement Poka-Yoke methods and develop standard work to aid training and consistency.
• Review daily test loops for equipment failure; coordinate with maintenance for repairs.
• Act as first point of contact for test equipment issues on the production floor.
• Maintain, calibrate, and perform preventive maintenance on test equipment; ensure spare parts and troubleshooting procedures.
• Sustain related duties as assigned; own calibration and preventive maintenance.
• Own spare parts availability and troubleshooting procedures to minimize downtime.

Skills

Test equipment troubleshooting

Statistical analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Lean manufacturing

Excel

Minitab

C++

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

C++

Minitab

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, and we create possibilities.

Interested in joining us on our journey?

The Test Engineer- Manufacturing Quality is responsible for provide factory test support at startup and as needed daily for the entire factory to ensure test equipment is working properly and does not cause lost starts. This role leads Test Systems for 3rd shift operations.

Position Test Engineer- Manufacturing Quality (3rd Shift) Location USA, Louisville, KY

How You'll Create Possibilities

• New Product Introduction Develop and implement new and improved test methods to enhance capabilities, support growth, new model introduction, and improve outgoing quality via enhanced test firewalls.
• Drive improvement projects through the CIB process. i.e. Able to write and analyze Test Codes for leak and flow rates, wattage, resistance, Hipot, Ground bond and other basic test parameters.
• Drive project improvement pulsing’s including organizing project leaders around Test Systems improvement goals.
• Error Proofing Implement Poke-Yoke work methods for testing and develop standard work and workstation aids to assist in operator training and operational consistency to improve quality yields.
• Review daily assembly line test loops for equipment failure.
• Work with Process Improvement Engineers and maintenance to have the equipment repaired.
• Factory Support Act as the first point of contact for test equipment issues on the production floor.
• Build strong partnerships with shop operations to react swiftly to inefficiencies.
• Maintain, calibrate, and perform preventive maintenance on test equipment, ensuring spare parts and troubleshooting procedures are always in place.
• Sustain Other related duties as assigned.
• Maintain quality test equipment, and gages as assigned.
• Ownership for the calibration and preventative maintenance of test equipment as assigned.
• Ownership for the having spare parts and trouble- shooting procedures in place for test equipment to minimize down time as assigned.

What You'll Bring to Our Team Required:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (Electrical, CIM – Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical associate degree) or related discipline OR equivalent
• 5 years’ of demonstrated success in manufacturing quality disciplines
• 3-5 years of experience in troubleshooting and supporting manufacturing test equipment
• Experience with manufacturing quality/NPI quality projects and process improvement
• Experience interpreting data to solve problems, demonstrated skills in statistical analysis
• Experience with manufacturing quality/ quality improvement projects and/or process improvement in a fast-paced, high volume manufacturing environment
• Exposure to Lean manufacturing principles
• Ability to work in large cross-functional teams that span multiple organizational levels
• Strong verbal and nonverbal communication skills – will be expected to conduct strong coordination with adjacent shifts and provide report outs (written or verbal) to organizational leadership
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of cross-functional program deliverables and ability to drive decisions based on the overall benefit to the company
• Experience in the function of basic electrical components
• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment, influencing others and driving change
• Computer literate and skilled in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Minitab, and Outlook

Preferred Qualifications

• Electrical System Testing Program
• C++
• Knowledge of test loops
• Leak and Flow Testing/Analysis
• Low Voltage Start Motor/Compressor Overload
• Safety: Ground Bond Continuity
• Safety: High Voltage Withstand
• Knowledge of Appliances manufacturing processes and/or similar high volume assembly processes
• Experience & training in lean manufacturing practices
• Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• Thermodynamics
• Refrigeration cycle
• Noise Vibration Harshness Testing/analysis
• Product Reliability Testing
• Strong project management and analytical/problem solving skills with demonstrated ability to scope and analyze cross-functional problems to generate/implement solutions

Working Conditions

Hours & Weekends: 3rd shift. Working off-shift and weekends may be required. Travel will be limited but may be required for domestic and/or international travel to customer sites/ plants, etc. High-volume manufacturing environment with frequent standing, walking, and lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs. is required. This environment requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, work boots, and hardhats.

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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