John Deere · 5 hours ago
Quality Engineer
Waterloo, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$66K/yr - $100K/yrJohn Deere is a company focused on addressing the challenges of a growing global population by investing in people and technology. The Quality Engineer role involves identifying quality improvement opportunities, managing production quality control plans, and leading cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues.
ConstructionIndustrial ManufacturingMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Identify quality improvement opportunities and lead continuous improvement projects aligned to 8R departmental goals
Manage and maintain production quality control plans, including inspector work content, managing AVI cameras, and MES control plan steps
Support and lead cross functional teams to resolve quality issues and drive systemic improvements
Assist with investigation and resolution of warranty, DTAC, and customer field issues
Foster a positive, engaged work environment through communication, involvement, and strong follow through
Qualification
Required
Strong analytical and problem solving skills, including PFMEA understanding, root cause analysis, and risk mitigation capability
Ability to interpret and improve inspection/quality control plans and manufacturing processes
Effective communication skills to work with Operators, NWGs, ME, Production Supervisors, and leadership
Strong personal accountability, follow through, and ability to foster a positive, engaged team environment
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology, or similar discipline
Preferred
Experience leading cross functional teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives
Ability to train and coach operators on quality expectations, methods, and process changes
Technical competency with statistical tools (e.g., Minitab) and vision/monitoring systems (Keyence, Cognex)
Benefits
Flexible work arrangements
Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
Adoption assistance
Employee Assistance Programs
Tuition assistance
Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
Charitable contribution match
Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
Company
John Deere
John Deere is a manufacturing company that designs and produces lawn, garden, electric, agriculture, and construction equipment.
Founded in 1837
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2B2025-01-16Post Ipo Debt· $2B
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
John May
Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer
Pierre Guyot
Senior Vice President John Deere Power System
Recent News
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