Advanced Quality Engineer-Cooking

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.”  As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way.  We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.  

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. 

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must be able to maintain such authorization without current or future employer or school sponsorship. GE Appliances will not sponsor employment-based visas for this position now or in the future.

Interested in joining us on our journey? 

The Advanced Quality Engineer (AQE) leads quality initiatives for new parts, new processes, and New Product Introductions (NPI) across U.S.-based refrigeration manufacturing sites. This role is responsible for ensuring new equipment, processes, and product changes are launched successfully and transitioned to the plant with sustainable, long-term ownership.
The AQE serves as a key technical resource, applying strong engineering, manufacturing quality, and refrigeration assembly knowledge to solve complex problems independently. This position requires a highly data-driven individual who uses analytical insights to make sound decisions, drive process capability, and improve overall manufacturing quality.
This role primarily supports plant operations in LaFayette, GA.

Position

Advanced Quality Engineer- Cooking

Location

USA, LaFayette, GA

How You'll Create Possibilities

New Product Introductions:

What You'll Bring to Our Team

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering or another related field

• 2+ years of experience in quality engineering or similar capacity, preferably in the appliance industry. 

• Leadership and effective communication experience in the definition, design, implementation and troubleshooting of manufacturing processes.
• Self-starter and influencer – metric driven and willing to work with cross-functional teams and hourly workforce.
• Excellent project tracking and detailed planning skills required.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office applications: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Good communicator – data driven, makes decisions based on the data.
• Experience interpreting data to solve manufacturing problems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated leadership and effective communication skills in the definition, design, implementation, and troubleshooting of manufacturing processes
• Experience using, programming, and interpreting CMM, 3D scanning, and other metrology systems
• Strong background in Lean process improvement within high-volume manufacturing environments
• Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification; proficiency with Minitab preferred
• Experience with metrology and measurement systems, including PolyWorks
• Knowledge of vision systems including Cognex or Keyence camera programming

Working Conditions:

• Up to 10% of domestic and international travel may be required to support supplier equipment runoffs
• Work is performed in a high-volume manufacturing environment
• Personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses and hearing protection, is required
• Frequent walking throughout the manufacturing plant is required
• This role is primarily first shift; however, off-shift and weekend support may be required

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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