Senior Advanced Quality Engineer

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? 

Owns the quality initiative of new parts, processes, or New Product Introduction (NPI) for AP1 Laundry Operations. Establish sustainable long-term factory ownership and success. Manages problems that require independent problem solving and self-direction. Independently manages projects for assigned area and develops and executes quality systems. Requires limited supervision and advanced knowledge of engineering, quality, and/or Laundry product line.

Position

Senior Advanced Quality Engineer

Location

USA, Louisville, KY

How You'll Create Possibilities

• The AQE has ownership and responsibility for new tooling/equipment qualifications in their assigned area. The AQE will become the process expert for that area.

• The AQE develops a robust qualification plan to evaluate capability for each new piece of tooling/equipment brought into AP1. The AQE will work with the AME, factory team, and OEM to deliver quality tooling, equipment, and processes.

• The AQE travels to OEM manufacturing sites for planning meetings, runoffs, and significant production runs. The role also requires getting approval from top before equipment ships from supplier.

• The AQE leads gage development for gages required for production. Utilize GEAs gage specification process. Gain buy-off from cross-functional team on design and inspection quantities/frequencies.

• The AQE leads dimensional analysis meetings of measurement results from new tools/equipment. The AQE builds consensus with design engineers and management to develop next steps.

• The AQE learns and utilizes GEA’s 9-step process to integrate quality into the design as early as possible. The AQE participates in drawing reviews.

• Complete PPAP (production part approval process) for newly introduced in-house parts, assemblies, and processes.

• The AQE develops traceability solutions for each piece of equipment and process in their area. Implement digital footprints and poke-yoke solutions. This may include vision systems, pick systems, test systems, genealogy, and line interlocks. The AQE leads and pulses team members for progress on projects.

• Act as the liaison between product design and manufacturing operations to ensure issues with NPIs and new equipment are addressed to achieve world class manufacturing.

• Drive projects within NPIs and new tooling/equipment that positively impact Cost-of-Quality (COQ): scrap, factory yield, concessions, damage, service calls, etc.

• Lead cross-functional team PFMEAs to understand the risks of new part/process changes. Ensure cross-functional team members develop plans to mitigate the most significant risks prior to product launch.

• Interface with assembly line team leaders to develop standard work and job instructions that define what is critical.

• Execute fastener drive-fail studies on new joints to validate torque requirements.

• Responsible for all Quality Manufacturing System (QMS) documentation including MCPs (control plans), MCIs (control instructions), and FRMs (forms), that adhere to the standards ISO 9001.

• Understand GE Appliances technical drawings, both MBD/GD&T and linear dimensions to ensure the quality plans established meet drawing specifications.

• Execute measurement plans that may include 3D part scanning, CMM, hand gages, or other methods of analysis.

• What you need to Succeed

• Experience in a high-volume manufacturing plant environment.

• Experience with manufacturing quality systems

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering or Technical field

• 5-years of relevant experience

• Leadership and effective communication experience in the definition, design, implementation and troubleshooting of manufacturing processes.

• Self-starter and influencer – metric driven and willing to work with cross-functional teams and hourly workforce.

• Excellent project tracking and detailed planning skills required.

• Skilled in Microsoft Office applications: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.

• Influencer and team player – drive quality metrics but willing to look at the bigger picture.

• Good communicator – data driven, makes decisions based on the data. Speaks up in meetings along with leading meetings with a strong passion for world class quality.

• Experience interpreting data to solve manufacturing problems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience with injection molding processes are a plus.

• Capability using, programming, and interpreting CMM and 3D scanning.

• Significant experience in high volume manufacturing operations.

• Skilled using Polyworks.

• Proficient understanding and the ability to interpret GD&T MBDs/drawings.

Working Conditions:

• Business casual dress attire

• 70% office leading meetings / scoping / planning / etc.

• 30% factory environment understanding the people / processes / troubleshooting / coordinating part qualifications / etc.

• Support GE Appliances AP1 Laundry Operations.

• Role is based in Louisville, Kentucky.

• First shift hours, but occasional weekends and off-shift hours may be necessary.

• <20% travel. Travel is typically minimal but could have some periods of heavy travel for equipment run-offs and qualification.

• Rental car, gas, hotel room, and meal are paid for by GE Appliances when traveling with a company provided T&L card.

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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