Walmart

Quality Engineer - Supply Chain

Walmart$80K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or 2 years of relevant work experience.
  • Proficient in Python, Java, C+, or C.
  • Experienced with Google BigQuery or SQL.
  • Skilled in Power BI or Tableau.
  • Experience in Industrial Engineering, Continuous Improvement, or Supply Chain operations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead process improvement using tools like Six Sigma and root cause analysis.
  • Analyze KPIs and reduce variation through standard work creation.
  • Support Quality process improvement projects.
  • Manage execution of Quality loss projects and develop team capabilities.
  • Create Quality loss profiles and develop performance metrics.
  • Lead projects to remove losses and track improvement opportunities.

Benefits

  • Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
  • 401(k) and stock purchase options.
  • Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave.
  • Tuition reimbursement for education and training programs.
  • Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
Full Job Description
Position Summary...

What you'll do...
IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS ROLE

Join a high-impact engineering excellence team focused on driving optimized performance across our facility. In this role, you'll lead data-driven improvements, strengthen process consistency, and partner closely with area leaders to reduce loss and elevate overall network performance. If you love eliminating variation and building sustainable processes, this team is where you'll thrive.

What You'll Do
  • Lead the use of process improvement tools and methods-including 5S, root cause analysis, Six Sigma, time and motion studies-to eliminate Quality losses and deviations within the assigned functional area.
  • Deliver functional area results through KPI analysis, loss elimination, and creation of standard work to reduce process variation.
  • Support review and execution of Quality-focused process improvement projects and provide input for divisional focused improvement opportunities.
  • Manage project execution for top Quality losses, build capability in area managers and associates, and support deployment of Quality Excellence and WPS programs.
  • Create Quality loss profiles, develop performance metrics, complete gap analyses, and support WPS integration and associate engagement efforts within the department.
  • Lead Quality-related savings projects by removing loss from processes and coordinating with stakeholders to ensure alignment, progress tracking, and identification of improvement opportunities.


What You'll Need
  • Hold a 4-year engineering degree (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical/Computer, Chemical or Civil Engineering).
  • Have strong technical application experience, covering:
    • Python, Java, C+, or C.
    • Google BigQuery or SQL.
    • Power Bi or Tableau.

(Candidates with at least one skill from each bullet point will stand out.)
  • Have experience in Industrial Engineering, Continuous Improvement, or Supply Chain operations, (internship experience is welcome).


You'll Sweep Us Off Our Feet If You...
  • Have strong experience with process improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma, 5S, RCA, or WPS-structured systems.
  • Are highly skilled in KPI analysis, loss elimination, and creating standard work to drive consistent operational results.
  • Excel at building partnerships, influencing cross-functional stakeholders, and supporting process improvement adoption across teams.
  • Thrive in environments that require problem-solving, change management, and the ability to balance competing priorities.
  • Have experience supervising or developing associates and enjoy coaching others to build capability.
  • Six Sigma Green Belt Certification or Six Sigma Black Belt Certification.
  • Graduate Degree in Engineering, Business Administration or related field.
  • Project Management Professional Certification.


The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.

You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.

For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.

Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

The annual salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $120,000.00

Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

- Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location)

- Stock








Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or prior experience in Quality or Process Improvement OR 2 years' of relevant work experience.
Microsoft Office Suite, analytical skills.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Co-Op/Internship in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Distribution with experience applying basic Lean/Continuous Improvement Tools, Possess applied knowledge of a functioning Quality Management System elements including Statistical Process Control, FMEA, Quality KPIs, etc

Primary Location...

3160 HIGHWAY 743, OPELOUSAS, LA 70570-0577, United States of America

About Walmart

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Size
2,300 employees
Market Cap
$387 billion
Industry
Net Income
$13.5 billion
Founded
1962
5 Year Trend
+3.3%
Revenue
$559.1 billion
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