Experienced Quality Engineer

Copeland

$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 5-8 years in quality engineering, preferably in logistics or manufacturing
  • Knowledge of 8D/A3 problem solving methodologies
  • Experience in root cause corrective action
  • Expertise in process improvement
  • Proficiency in data analysis tools like Excel and Power BI
  • Understanding of warehouse operations and inventory control
  • Strong analytical and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the acting Site Quality Leader
  • Conduct root cause analysis and CAPA for non-conformances
  • Monitor and audit product quality, compliance, packaging, and documentation
  • Develop and implement quality control systems for logistics
  • Analyze workflows for quality and efficiency improvements
  • Lead Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen initiatives
  • Collaborate with teams to optimize quality-related processes
  • Work with suppliers to resolve quality issues and improve performance
  • Ensure compliance with policies, standards, and regulations
  • Maintain records of inspections and quality metrics

Benefits

  • Opportunity to grow within the company
  • Work in a supportive and dynamic team environment
  • Engagement with a variety of quality programs and methodologies
  • Involvement in process improvement initiatives
  • Potential for leadership experience in quality functions
Full Job Description
If you are a Quality professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you! As a highly valued member of the Forney, TX Team, this role will support driving quality excellence within the distribution center. The role is responsible for planning, implementing, maintaining, and continuously improving quality programs, systems, procedures, and work instructions in alignment with quality standards and methodologies.

AS A QUALITY ENGINEER, YOU WILL:
  • Serve as the acting Site Quality Leader
  • Conduct root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) for non-conformances.
  • Monitor and audit product quality, packaging, labeling, and documentation compliance.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain quality control systems and procedures for inbound and outbound logistics.
  • Analyze operational workflows and identify opportunities for quality and efficiency improvements.
  • Lead Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen initiatives to reduce waste and improve throughput.
  • Collaborate with warehouse, inventory, and transportation teams to optimize quality-related processes.
  • Work with suppliers to resolve quality issues and improve supply chain performance.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain accurate records of inspections, audits, and quality metrics.
  • Support internal and external audits, including customer and regulatory inspections.
  • Other duties/projects as assigned.


REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
  • Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
  • 5-8 years of experience in quality engineering, preferably in a distribution, logistics, or an manufacturing environment.
  • Strong knowledge in 8D/A3 problem solving
  • Strong in root cause corrective action
  • Experienced in process improvement
  • Working knowledge of quality tools and methodologies.
  • Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools (Excel, Power BI, or similar).
  • Strong understanding of warehouse operations, inventory control, and shipping/receiving processes.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Legal work authorization in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this role now or in the future.


PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
  • Experience with ISO9001:2015.
  • Oracle experience.


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