Quality Engineer at Schneider Electric USA, Inc in CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa

Job Description:

What will you do?

• Lead problem solving regarding internal and external customer concerns, utilizing tools like 8D, Kaizen, Six Sigma, all driving to understand root cause.


• Implementing corrective and preventative actions and driving continuous quality improvement


• Lead review, development, and implementation of PFMEA, process control plans,


• Identify SPC, Jidoka, and Poka-yoke opportunities


• Responsible for implementing and sustaining Lean and Six Sigma concepts, interfacing with cross-functional teams and other departments


• Support the manufacturing lines, ensuring all specifications are assured, and proactively looking to increase efficiency


• Training and development of production teams


• Responsible for monitoring and reporting key metrics and developing improvement plan


• Lead and complete internal audits, ensure all ISO Standard rules and regulations are enforced. ISO 9001, ISO 18001, ISO 45001, & ISO 50001


• Interface with other plants regarding product concerns, responsible for investigations, follow-up, and ultimate customer satisfaction


• Interface heavily with hourly and salaried manufacturing support personnel, external corporate engineering, quality, and supplier quality resources.


• Support new product introductions, supplier development activities relating to manufactured components, and is a key contributor to those overall successes


• Benchmark with other Schneider entities, align, and deploy projects to utilize digital technology in the process robustness

What qualifications will make you successful?

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Industrial engineering, or relevant 4-year degree required


• 2 + years of experience with manufacturing quality, manufacturing engineering, or equivalent


• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and 6 Sigma tools, 5S, 8D, Kaizen events, 5 Whys, DMAIC, PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow, Process Auditing, Process Capability analysis, ISO, Poka-Yoke, Jidoka design desired


• Application of Lean and Six Sigma techniques, statistical methods, certification highly desired


• Excellent critical thinking skills


• Ability to interpret and understand technical drawings

• Working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, & ISO 50001standards. Internal Auditor experience is a plus.

• Strong collaborator with the ability to work within cross-functional teams.


• Have excellent MS Office and MRP System skills.


• Mechanical aptitude highly desired.


• Has an analytical mindset.


• Experience in calibration test equipment, product testing and/or functional testing is a plus.


• Ability to communicate clearly in English, both verbal and written.

We know skills and competencies show up in many ways and can be based on your life experience. If you do not necessarily meet all the requirements that are listed, we still encourage you to apply for the position.

Why us?

Schneider Electric is leading the digital transformation of energy management and automation. Our technologies enable the world to use energy in a safe, efficient and sustainable manner. We strive to promote a global economy that is both ecologically viable and highly productive.

€25.7bn global revenue

137 000+ employees in 100+ countries

45% of revenue from IoT

5% of revenue devoted for R&D

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled

It is the policy of Schneider Electric to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct. Concerning agencies: Schneider Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be responsible for fees related to such. What will you do?

• Lead problem solving regarding internal and external customer concerns, utilizing tools like 8D, Kaizen, Six Sigma, all driving to understand root cause.


• Implementing corrective and preventative actions and driving continuous quality improvement


• Lead review, development, and implementation of PFMEA, process control plans,


• Identify SPC, Jidoka, and Poka-yoke opportunities


• Responsible for implementing and sustaining Lean and Six Sigma concepts, interfacing with cross-functional teams and other departments


• Support the manufacturing lines, ensuring all specifications are assured, and proactively looking to increase efficiency


• Training and development of production teams


• Responsible for monitoring and reporting key metrics and developing improvement plan


• Lead and complete internal audits, ensure all ISO Standard rules and regulations are enforced. ISO 9001, ISO 18001, ISO 45001, & ISO 50001


• Interface with other plants regarding product concerns, responsible for investigations, follow-up, and ultimate customer satisfaction


• Interface heavily with hourly and salaried manufacturing support personnel, external corporate engineering, quality, and supplier quality resources.


• Support new product introductions, supplier development activities relating to manufactured components, and is a key contributor to those overall successes


• Benchmark with other Schneider entities, align, and deploy projects to utilize digital technology in the process robustness

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