G&W Electric

Sr. Quality Engineer

G&W Electric • $86K — $111K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Materials, Chemical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.
  • 3-5 years experience in quality engineering or related field.
  • Strong knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, tools, and standards (ISO 9001, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing).
  • Experience with root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques.
  • Excellent analytical and data interpretation skills.
  • Proficient in quality management software and tools.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

  • Manage methods and procedures for process control and improvement for product standards.
  • Resolve customer quality issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Collaborate with supplier quality teams to ensure corrective actions and quality improvements.
  • Lead troubleshooting for quality issues, conducting root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions.
  • Participate in design reviews to recommend enhancements for manufacturability and quality.
  • Utilize FMEA to identify and address potential failure modes in processes and products.
  • Perform operational MRB walks and analyze failure data for quality improvement.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Health club membership program and reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 401 (k)
  • Annual Profit Sharing
  • Vacation
  • Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility
Full Job Description
Sr Quality Engineer

Reporting to the Quality Manager this position d evelops, maintains, and improves all aspects of G&W's quality program as it relates to production operations. This includes but not limited to shop floor problem solving, root cause analysis, FMEA, NCR's, Control Plans, and Supplier issue management. Additionally, this position will develop ISO auditing and supplier quality along with APQP process skills for career growth.

As a Sr Quality Engineer you will:
  • Managing the implementation of methods and procedures for process control and improvement to ensure products meet ideal standards. This includes designing experiments to understand sources of variation affecting products and processes and applying statistical process control (SPC) methods for data analysis.
  • Manage and resolve customer quality issues.
  • Collaborating with the supplier quality team to address quality problems, ensure corrective actions are implemented, and contribute to supplier quality improvement programs.
  • Leading troubleshooting efforts for quality issues with diverse teams, conducting root cause analysis activities, and driving short-term and long-term corrective actions.
  • Participating in engineering design reviews and providing recommendations to enhance the quality and manufacturability of new designs (esp. PFMEA).
  • Utilize Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to identify and mitigate potential failure modes in processes and products.
  • Applying sound and systematic problem-solving methodologies to identify, prioritize, communicate, and resolve quality issues.
  • Performing operational Material Review Board (MRB) walks and consolidating failure data for analysis.
  • Manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCR) and implement corrective actions.
  • Getting root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions in place while ensuring adherence to the 8D methodology.
  • Investigating first pass yield failures and implementing corrective actions to prevent similar failures from occurring in the future.
  • Ensuring containment activities are performed when non-conformances are discovered to prevent repeat issues.
  • Working as a team member on various cross-functional High Impact Project teams to address quality-related challenges.
  • Reporting quality issues, performance metrics, and status updates to management and other department team members as needed. Additionally, communicating with engineering, suppliers, and operations regarding issues, process improvements, or other activities.
  • Conducting internal audits based on ISO 9001 standards to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement.
  • Other duties as assigned

We are looking for someone with:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Materials, Chemical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.
  • 3 -5 years experience
  • Strong knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, tools, and standards (e.g., ISO 9001, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing).
  • Proven experience with root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques.
  • Excellent analytical and data interpretation skills.
  • Proficient in using quality management software and tools.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.

Ideally you will have:
  • Certification in quality engineering (e.g., CQE, Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt).
  • Experience with statistical process control (SPC) and advanced quality planning (AQP).
  • Familiarity with industry-specific quality standards and regulations
  • Plant operations or issue resolution experience preferred

The Physical Demands / Working Conditions of the role are:
  • General Office Environment, PC use
  • Travel up to 10%.
  • Light Lifting (occasional 25 lbs. or less)
  • Stooping
  • Standing

What we offer you:

Typical pay is $86,000 • 111,783 annually.

Please note the pay information shown above is a general guideline. Pay is based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications.

This position is eligible for participation in our Quarterly Incentive Pay Program

G&W Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Health club membership program and reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 401 (k)
  • Annual Profit Sharing
  • Vacation
  • Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility

About G&W Electric

G&W Electric is a manufacturer of electrical equipment for the power industry. The company produces a range of products including switchgear, reclosers, and distribution automation solutions. G&W Electric serves customers in the utility, industrial, and commercial markets. The company was founded in 1905 and is headquartered in Bolingbrook, Illinois.
Learn more about G&W Electric
Size
1,000 employees
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Founded
1905

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