Position Summary...

What you'll do...

As a Quality Engineer, you will drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance quality, reduce process variation, and eliminate operational losses within our Supply Chain and Distribution Network. You will leverage data analysis, Walmart Performance System (WPS) methodologies, and quality improvement tools to identify opportunities, execute solutions, and build sustainable processes that improve performance. You will partner closely with operations leaders, managers, and associates to ensure quality excellence, operational consistency, and compliance across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Lead quality and process improvement initiatives using methodologies such as Root Cause Analysis, Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, time and motion studies, and other continuous improvement tools.
Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify quality losses, performance gaps, and opportunities to improve operational effectiveness.
Develop and implement standardized processes and best practices that reduce variation and improve quality outcomes.
Support area leaders in identifying, prioritizing, and executing quality-focused improvement projects.
Manage and drive corrective action plans for quality deviations and process failures.
Evaluate current operating procedures and recommend enhancements to support operational excellence and compliance with One Best Way standards.
Contribute to network-wide quality improvement initiatives by identifying replication opportunities and sharing best practices.
Build quality loss profiles, performance metrics, and gap analyses to support Walmart Performance System (WPS) integration and continuous improvement efforts.
Lead projects focused on reducing waste, improving efficiency, and delivering measurable business savings.
Monitor project performance, evaluate results, and sustain improvements through effective change management and standard work implementation.
Partner with cross-functional teams to identify business needs, solve complex problems, and deliver scalable solutions.
Support operational leaders through coaching, training, and capability building to strengthen continuous improvement and quality management practices.
Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, safety requirements, and operational procedures.

Leadership Expectations

Respect the Individual

Build inclusive, high-performing teams where associates feel valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.
Foster strong partnerships through effective communication, collaboration, and trust.
Coach, develop, and recognize associates while creating opportunities for growth and advancement.

Act with Integrity

Demonstrate the highest standards of ethics, compliance, and accountability.
Make decisions with transparency, fairness, and respect for all stakeholders.
Support Walmart's commitment to sustainability by reducing waste and driving responsible business practices.

Serve Our Customers and Members

Deliver results by improving quality, efficiency, and operational performance.
Use data, insights, and analysis to make informed decisions that support customer and business needs.
Balance short-term priorities with long-term operational goals.

Strive for Excellence

Champion continuous improvement and innovation across operations.
Demonstrate curiosity, resilience, and a commitment to learning.
Encourage adoption of new technologies, tools, and best practices that advance quality performance.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
- Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location)
- Stock

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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or prior experience in Quality or Process Improvement OR 2 years' of relevant work experience.
Microsoft Office Suite, analytical skills.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Co-Op/Internship in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Distribution with experience applying basic Lean/Continuous Improvement Tools, Possess applied knowledge of a functioning Quality Management System elements including Statistical Process Control, FMEA, Quality KPIs, etc

Primary Location...

3160 HIGHWAY 743, OPELOUSAS, LA 70570-0577, United States of AmericaWalmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

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