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The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: _we come together_ , _we always look for a better way_ , and _we create possibilities_ .

Interested in joining us on our journey?

Are you passionate about driving world-class quality in manufacturing? Do you thrive on data-driven decision-making and collaboration? Join our dynamic team at GE Appliances as a Senior Advanced Quality Engineer and be at the forefront of innovation, shaping the future of Home Laundry products.

As a Senior Advanced Quality Engineer (AQE), you’ll lead quality initiatives for New Product Introductions (NPI), ensuring seamless integration of new parts and processes into production. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on problem-solving; all aimed at reducing Cost of Quality (COQ) metrics while driving continuous improvement.

Position

Senior Advanced Quality Engineer

Location

USA, Louisville, KY

How You'll Create Possibilities

+ Senior AQE has ownership and responsibility for all new equipment qualifications in an area, specifically supporting the Home Laundry product line.

+ Travel to equipment suppliers, manufacturing sites for planning meetings, runoffs, and significant production runs. The role also requires getting approval from top management on equipment results before equipment ships from supplier.

+ Develop a robust qualification plan for each piece of new equipment. The employee will work with AME and equipment suppliers to deliver quality equipment & process to site.

+ Lead gaging development for all gages required for production. Utilize GE Appliances gage specification process including buyoff from/communicate to cross-functional team before gage design confirmation. Hold kickoff meetings for gages including cross functional team members (AMEs, plant quality engineers, design engineers)

+ Lead dimensional analysis meetings of measurement results from new equipment. The AQE builds consensus with design engineers and management to develop the next steps.

+ Learn and utilize GE Appliances’ 9-step process to integrate quality into the design as early as possible and participate in drawing reviews.

+ Develop traceability solutions for each piece of equipment and process in the area back to the raw material. Implement digital footprints and poke-yoke solutions as much as possible. The AQE leads and pulses team members for progress on projects. The AQE works with test and controls AMEs to implement and execute on all projects. Work with plant quality engineers, write work instructions as needed to ensure seamless handoff of all projects.

+ Work with a cross functional team to implement a new part, product, or process, that is ‘turn-key’ sustainable with regards to quality at product launch for the factory to agree to and take ownership of executing.

+ Balance the communication between product design and manufacturing to ensure all issues get addressed with minimal surprises to achieve world class manufacturing goals.

+ Drive Cost of Quality (COQ) improvements: scrap, factory yield, concessions, damage, service calls, etc.

+ Provide technical leadership & in-depth expertise to investigate, initiate and drive the development, procurement, and implementation of equipment & processes for manufacturing.

+ Lead cross-functional team PFMEA’s to understand the risks of new part/process changes, ensure team agrees to the mitigation accordingly and is implemented prior to product launch.

+ Interface with team leaders to develop job instruction and define what is critical. Define the jobs through standard work and job instructions.

+ Responsible for executing drive/strip/torque studies on new joints to validate capable torques.

+ Responsible for all Quality Manufacturing System (QMS) documentation including MCPs, FRMs, MCIs meeting or exceeding all ISO standards for the changes being implemented.

+ PPAP: Own the process for newly introduced in-house manufactured parts, assemblies, and processes

+ Responsible for the qualification of in-house equipment and parts primarily associated with an NPI without significant direction.

+ Understand GE Appliances technical drawings, both MBD/GD&T and linear dimensions, and ensure the quality plans established meet the drawing specifications.

+ Independent part scanning and/or CMM, and caliper measurements may be required at times, although CMM tech additional resources are available to collect most measurements.

+ CIB Site C-Change Support:

+ Follow the same responsibilities and duties mentioned above for NPI programs, but also for new part/product PCTO related projects introduced at CIB.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Requirements:

+ Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or related discipline OR equivalent 5 years’ hands on experience in manufacturing quality disciplines

+ 5+ years of experience with manufacturing quality/NPI quality projects and process improvement

+ Experience interpreting data to solve problems associated with high volume, short cycle manufacturing of consumer products.

+ Ability to work within large cross-functional teams and at multiple levels in the organization (both salaried and shop floor operators / skilled trades team members).

+ Influencer and team player – drive quality metrics but willing to look at the bigger picture.

+ Good communicator – data driven, makes decisions based on the data. Speaks up in meetings along with leading meetings with a strong passion for world class quality.

+ Proactive to seeing a problem and eager to drive an innovative sustainable long-term solution without significant direction.

+ Computer literate and skilled in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Auto Cad, Minitab and Outlook.

Preferred:

+ Prior experience at GE Appliances in laundry (AP1) including how they work, who to go to, the struggles, and the strengths of the function strongly preferred.

+ Experience using, programming, and interpreting CMM/3D scanning/metrology systems.

+ Significant experience in implementing Lean process improvements in high volume manufacturing operations.

+ Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification proficient with Minitab.

+ Experience in metrology / measurement systems, Polyworks.

+ Proficient with understanding both coordinate and geometric GD&T drawings.

Working Conditions:

+ This position is primarily based in Louisville, KY, but requires travel to other locations as needed. The primary work schedule is the 1st shift; however, occasional support during weekends, 2nd, and 3rd shifts may be necessary. Travel is required approximately 25% of the time to assist remote sites and oversee potential supplier equipment run-offs and travel expenses are covered by GE Appliances.

+ Working conditions are normal for a high-volume manufacturing environment.

+ Work may involve lifting materials and products up to 30 pounds and working in and around heavy equipment.

+ Working in this environment requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to; eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, work boots, and hard hats.

+ These roles require frequent walking in a manufacturing plant environment.

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices.

By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S

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