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Trane Technologies

Global HVAC and refrigeration efficiency solutions

Mission Critical Customer Quality Engineer

Quality EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeColumbia, SC, USA$69.6k - $125k

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field is preferred.
  • At least 3 years of experience in a quality or manufacturing engineering role, preferably focused on customer-specific requirements.
  • Strong knowledge of quality management systems, tools, and techniques, including ISO 9001, Six Sigma, and Lean Manufacturing.
  • A strong understanding of customer-specific quality standards and requirements.
  • Proficiency in quality assurance methodologies, including failure mode and effects analysis, root cause analysis, and problem-solving techniques such as 8D and 5 Whys.
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing customer relationships.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Written and verbal communication skills to convey quality-related information to internal teams and external customers.

Responsibilities

  • Develop a strong understanding of equipment performance and Critical To Quality elements, and provide key functional elements that drive the customer experience.
  • Facilitate and complete root cause analysis across multiple functions to support corrections that improve component reliability and product performance.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of the Mission Critical function using Gemba, management reviews, internal audits, product audits, internal and external customer feedback, warranty data, and traceability.
  • Create, maintain, and report daily, weekly, or monthly key performance indicators.
  • Use inspection tools and apply knowledge of manufacturing processes.
  • Manage multiple initiatives simultaneously and engage cross-functional teams as needed.
  • Facilitate supplier, reliability, and improvement activities through new-product and project-introduction launch phases.
  • Implement and maintain operating disciplines using quality and Lean methodologies.
  • Apply problem-solving techniques, process-improvement tools, statistical and sampling techniques, statistical process control, process capability, traceability, and control points.
  • Use project-management and planning tools to measure and monitor project activities and maintain project documentation; use information technology systems for quality management systems and processes.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for customer service related to manufacturing operations.
  • Investigate and resolve customer complaints and nonconformity issues promptly, implementing corrective and preventive actions as needed.
  • Provide enhanced post-sale support, including root cause analysis, for key customer equipment purchases.
  • Act as the primary liaison for customer site visits to the manufacturing plant.
  • Conduct regular quality assessments to identify and address potential process or product issues that may affect customer satisfaction.
  • Drive continuous improvements in quality systems, processes, and procedures to enhance customer satisfaction and minimize defects.
  • Lead regular reports to sales and quality teams on top issues and follow-up activities, including customer-facing presentations as required.
  • Visit customer sites to conduct quality audits, support customer teams in quality-related discussions, and document findings in detailed reports that turn customer feedback and audit results into actionable improvement plans for the manufacturing plant.
  • Apply quality system methodologies including corrective action reports, 8D, 5 Whys, Pareto analysis, design failure mode and effects analysis, process failure mode and effects analysis, production part approval process, and advanced product quality planning.

Desired Qualifications

  • A focus on customer-specific requirements in prior quality or manufacturing engineering experience.

About the Company

Trane Technologies

Global HVAC and refrigeration efficiency solutions

Trane Technologies focuses on climate innovation by delivering sustainable HVAC and refrigeration solutions through its Trane and Thermo King brands. It helps buildings, homes, and transportation achieve higher energy efficiency with high-performance climate control equipment and ongoing maintenance services. The company differentiates itself by offering an integrated portfolio of energy-efficient products and service contracts across both HVAC and refrigeration, backed by a commitment to sustainability. Its goal is to lower energy use and carbon emissions for customers while supporting a healthier planet.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Dublin, Ireland
Founded
1871

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