Quality Engineer
Manufacturing & Production · Quality & Process · Quality Assurance · Process Improvement
In short
Join Alfa Laval as a Quality Engineer in Richmond, VA, to champion a problem-solving culture and optimize quality systems. This full-time, on-site role requires a proactive individual to lead root cause analysis, refine quality tools, and drive continuous improvement, ultimately enhancing the company's "Voice of Quality."
Responsibilities
- Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) using 8D/A3 methodologies and train others.
- Drive the closure of Corrective/Preventive Actions (CAPA) with rigorous verification.
- Work with APQP for structural quality assurance of products and processes.
- Transform Control Plans & FMEA into prevention-focused blueprints.
- Spearhead projects to enhance digital traceability from raw material to finished goods.
- Develop, monitor, and report on proactive quality KPIs.
- Develop and implement an Internal Supplier Quality Scorecard.
- Establish Quality Agreements and lead quality reviews for incoming material.
- Act as quality support in the industrialization of new products and equipment.
- Proactively communicate quality goals, wins, and learnings.
- Identify and lead Continuous Improvement (CI) projects using Lean/Six Sigma principles.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science (Industrial, Metallurgical, Mechanical or related).
- 3-5 years in quality engineering within an engineered to order manufacturing environment.
- Essential Mindset: proactive, system-thinking problem-solver striving for operational excellence.
- Collaborative coach capable of influencing without formal authority.
- Experience in cultural change initiatives is a major plus.
- Expert in quality core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC), preferred.
- Skilled in RCA methodologies and data analysis (Minitab, Excel), preferred.
- Excellent communicator who can translate data into compelling stories for action, preferred.
- ISO-9001 and ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), preferred.
- Six Sigma Yellow / Green Belt, preferred.
- High 5S standard, preferred.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in cultural change initiatives.
- Expert in quality core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC).
- Skilled in RCA methodologies and data analysis (Minitab, Excel).
- Excellent communicator who can translate data into compelling stories for action.
- ISO-9001 and ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).
- Six Sigma Yellow / Green Belt.
- High 5S standard.
Benefits
- Challenging position in an open and friendly environment.
- Opportunity to help each other develop and create value.
- Work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success.
- Healthcare, dental and vision plans.
- Robust wellness program.
- Generous 401(k).
- Paid holidays.
- Paid time off benefits.
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Company
Alfa Laval
Job Posted
12 hours ago
Employment Type
Full Time
WorkMode
On Site
Experience Level
Mid-Senior
Locations
Richmond, USA
Qualification
Bachelor
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