Quality Engineer – Manufacturing

<p>Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at <a target="_blank" href="https://www.tranetechnologies.com/">Trane Technologies</a>, and through our businesses including <a target="_blank" href="http://www.trane.com/index.html">Trane®</a> and <a target="_blank" href="http://www.thermoking.com/na/en.html">Thermo King</a>,  sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business.  Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities?  Do you want to contribute to making a better future?  If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.</p><p></p><p>Learn about our <a target="_blank" href="http://careers.tranetechnologies.com/global/en/benefits">benefits</a> designed for you to Thrive at work and at home. </p><p></p><p>We boldly go.</p><p></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Where is the work:</b></p>On-Site (5 days)<p> </p><p> </p><p>LiquidStack is a global leader in advanced liquid cooling solutions supporting high-performance computing and AI-driven data center environments. We are seeking a Quality Engineer – Manufacturing to support production quality systems, inspection processes, and continuous improvement initiatives. This hands-on role supports manufacturing quality, supplier defect tracking, and new product introduction activities. The ideal candidate brings 3–5 years of quality experience in a manufacturing or electro-mechanical assembly environment and demonstrates LiquidStack’s core behaviors: Flexible, Collaborative, Driven, Agile, Customer-Centric, and Attentive.</p><br /><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><br /><p>Inspection & Manufacturing Quality Ownership</p><ul><li>Own and execute incoming, in-process, and final inspection processes.</li><li>Maintain inspection checklists, documentation, and quality records.</li><li>Support first-pass yield improvement initiatives.</li><li>Ensure product labeling and release documentation meet quality standards.</li></ul><br /><p>Root Cause & Corrective Action Support</p><ul><li>Support root cause investigations using 5-Why, Fishbone, and 8D methodologies.</li><li>Assist in documenting corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).</li><li>Verify effectiveness of implemented corrective actions.</li></ul><br /><p>Document Control and Continuous Improvement</p><ul><li>Own document control for quality-affecting documents</li><li>Drive defect reduction and Kaizen initiatives, reduce rework hours and cost through root cause elimination, and improve yield through process optimization</li></ul><br /><p>Supplier Quality/Tracking</p><ul><li>Track and document incoming supplier defects.</li><li>Communicate quality concerns with Supply Chain and Engineering.</li><li>Support supplier corrective action follow-up.</li><li>Track supplier performance (defect rate, and SCAR closure)</li><li>Drive suppliers toward process control, validate special processes and reduce incoming inspection burden through supplier development and PPAP</li></ul><br /><p>New Product Introduction (NPI) Participation</p><ul><li>Participate in NPI builds and validation activities.</li><li>Support development of inspection plans and documentation updates.</li><li>Conduct First Article Inspection (FAI) on initial production units</li></ul><br /><p>Quality Systems & Compliance</p><ul><li>Maintain calibration tracking system.</li><li>Support ISO 9001:2015 compliance.</li></ul><p><b><br /></b></p><p><b>Required Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, or Quality Engineering preferred. Will consider experience in lieu of a degree.</li><li>3–5 years of quality experience in manufacturing or electro-mechanical assembly.</li><li>Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015.</li><li>Experience supporting root cause investigations.</li><li>Ability to read mechanical drawings.</li><li>Proficiency in Excel.</li></ul><br /><p><b>Key Competencies & Behaviors</b></p><ul><li>Hands-On & Practical: Comfortable working directly on the production floor and engaging operators, technicians, and engineers.</li><li>Continuous Improvement Mindset: Looks for root causes, not symptoms; drives solutions, not just documentation.</li><li>Attention to Detail: Maintains rigorous standards in review, documentation, and inspection.</li><li>Ownership & Accountability: Takes responsibility for assigned quality processes and follows through to closure.</li><li>Work Environment</li><li>Primarily based on manufacturing floor </li><li>Must follow all plant safety requirements and use PPE where required.</li><li>May require occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.</li><li>May require standing/walking for extended periods</li><li>Collaboration & Communication: Works well across teams with clarity, professionalism, and consistency.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:</b></p>$70,400.00 - $101,150.00<p><b>Compensation Type:</b></p>Salary<p><b>Incentive Eligible:</b></p>No<p><b>Sales Commission Eligible:</b></p>No<p></p><p><b>Disclaimer</b>: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience,  travel requirements, and union designation.   Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country.  Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.</p><p></p><p><b>Thrive at work and at home:</b></p><br /><ul><li>Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!</li><li>Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.</li><li>Paid time off includes  up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave. </li><li>401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.    </li></ul><br /><p>Disclaimer:  Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations</p><br /><p><b>Safety Sensitive Role:</b></p>No<p>The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.</p><p></p><p>We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.</p>