Continuous Improvement Quality Engineer I-III

What starts with YOU, moves the world! 

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented Continuous Improvement Quality Engineer I-III based at our Berea, KY manufacturing plant. 

What you will do: 

• Continuous Improvement Activities: Lead and identify improvement initiatives in manufacturing processes, including automation, robotics, and digital systems.  

• Process Validation: Validate new and existing manufacturing processes to ensure they meet engineering requirements, including capability studies and gauge R&R analysis.  

• Quality Issue Resolution: Address day-to-day quality issues from various sources, such as NCR's, line faults, and warranty claims, using quality tools and continuous improvement methodologies.  

• Support Manufacturing: Provide day-to-day support to manufacturing value streams, including Gemba audits and analysis to maintain quality standards.  

• Documentation and Records: Maintain accurate process documentation and quality records, ensuring they meet engineering requirements.  

• Cross-Functional Support: Collaborate with the New Product Introduction (NPI) team and support innovation and automation strategies, ensuring seamless integration of new processes and technologies. 

Who you are: 

• Proactive Leader: You have a knack for identifying improvement opportunities and taking the initiative to implement solutions. 

• Strong Communicator: Excellent at conveying ideas and addressing issues clearly and effectively, both in writing and verbally.  

• Analytical Thinker: You excel at analyzing data to resolve problems and implement permanent corrective actions.  

• Collaborative Team Player: You work well with cross-functional teams and can lead small groups to achieve common goals.  

• Detail-Oriented: You maintain meticulous documentation and ensure quality standards are consistently met. 

What you will need: 

Level I: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required 

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in manufacturing 

Level II: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required 

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing 

Level III: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required 

• 5+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing 

Skills, Experience & Abilities       

• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement, manage processes, and implement new concepts. Skilled in leading and interacting with small groups.  

• Continuous Improvement: Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing processes and problem-solving methodologies. Proven ability to lead and coach teams in continuous improvement projects.  

• Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical skills to identify and resolve problems. Capable of using structured problem-solving processes to implement permanent corrective actions.  

• Workload Management: Excellent planning, organizing, and time management skills. Demonstrated ability to be proactive and take initiative, with the capacity to perform duties exercising independent judgment.  

• Communication: Superior written and verbal communication skills. Proven ability to function as a team player and effectively interact with various stakeholders.  

• Manufacturing Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of multiple manufacturing processes such as machining, welding, assembly techniques, time studies, automation, PLC, machine logic, torque tooling, and computer applications.