WEG · 20 hours ago
Quality Engineer
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelWEG Electric Corp. is an Electric Machinery Company seeking a Quality Engineer to support their Quality Team. The role focuses on driving continuous improvement in manufacturing and administrative functions through Lean Six Sigma methodologies and KPI-driven analysis.
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Responsibilities
Drive continuous improvement across manufacturing and administrative functions (Lean Manufacturing and Lean Office)
Analyze end-to-end processes to identify waste, bottlenecks, variation, and rework, and implement data-driven improvements
Lead Lean Six Sigma administrative (DMAIC, PDCA, Kaizen) to improve productivity, cost, quality, and lead time
Establish and maintain process standardization through work instructions, procedures, and control of critical administrative process parameters
Monitor, analyze, and report KPI performance, including efficiency, rework, lead time
Lead cross-functional improvement projects and support root cause analysis to resolve chronic administrative process issues
Promote and sustain a continuous improvement culture through training, coaching, and engagement of operations and office teams
Support Quality Team to ensure products and processes comply with relevant requirements of Quality Management System and ISO9001
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or IT)
Knowledge and experience with Quality Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Office, and Lean Six Sigma (DMAIC, PDCA, Kaizen), KPI-driven
Knowledge of digital transformation and Industry 4.0 concepts applied to manufacturing and administrative processes (data analytics, process automation, MES/ERP, dashboards)
Ability to analyze and improve processes using data, digital tools, and continuous improvement methodologies
Proven problem-solving and root cause analysis skills (5 Whys, Fishbone)
Strong communication skills with the ability to lead cross-functional improvement initiatives
Skills to lead by example, engaging people and promoting behavioral change
Emotional intelligence to handle resistance and transform the workplace into an efficient, safe, and harmonious environment
Proficient with using Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint)
Solid written and verbal communication skills
Company
WEG
Founded in 1961, WEG is a global electro-electronic equipment company, operating in the capital goods sector a with focus on electric motors, gearboxes and drives and controls, energy generation and transformers, electrification products and systems, automation and digitalization.
Founded in 1991Santa Catarina, Sao Paulo, BRA
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2004-08-02IPO
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