Quality Engineer

Fortune Brands Innovations

  • Butler, IN
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    The Quality Engineer coordinates resources to support manufacturing operations, leads quality and cost-improvement projects, and supports new product launches. Problem Solving & Quality Improvement: Drive problem-solving efforts using containment, root cause analysis, and CAPA / 8D methodologies.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationButler, IN

    Description

    Job Description

    The Quality Engineer coordinates resources to support manufacturing operations, leads quality and cost-improvement projects, and supports new product launches. This role drives quality improvements across the entire value stream, from vendors to the end customer.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Team Leadership & Communication:

    • Coach and develop Quality Technicians, Monitors, Analysts, and Group Leads.
    • Lead daily communications during Operations Huddle Board meetings.
    • Deliver timely updates across all appropriate plant functions.

    Problem Solving & Quality Improvement:

    • Drive problem-solving efforts using containment, root cause analysis, and CAPA / 8D methodologies.
    • Execute improvement projects leveraging PDCA, Six Sigma, and data-driven priorities (WAR teams).
    • Implement permanent corrections to eliminate process and product failures.
    • Translate feedback from the customer, process, and business into actionable plant improvements.

    Process Control & Safety:

    • Audit manufacturing steps against standardized work, Process FMEAs, and Control Plans to fix gaps.
    • Collaborate cross-functionally with customers, purchasing, suppliers, engineering, and operations.
    • Investigate incidents and support facility-wide plant metrics.
    • Prioritize safety by immediately addressing safety or ergonomic issues with a "safety first" attitude.

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