Process Quality Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Quality Process Engineer to play a pivotal role in enhancing out-of-the-box quality for our customers. This position is ideal for a problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys collaborating with cross-functional teams, and is committed to maintaining ISO compliance while advancing long-term quality improvements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, qualify, and continuously improve quality and manufacturing processes, procedures, and best practices; ensure adoption through effective training and communication.
• Analyze quality data to identify trends and lead root cause analysis for internal non-conformances and customer complaints, implementing sustainable corrective actions to drive year-over-year defect reduction.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying and implementing process and productivity enhancements that increase throughput, reduce scrap and waste, and lower overall cost, including Cost of Quality (COQ).
• Serve as the primary Quality interface with Engineering, Sales, Materials, and Marketing to proactively resolve manufacturing issues and improve product and process performance.
• Track and analyze customer complaints and internal non-conformances, developing and implementing effective countermeasures to support defect reduction and improved process capability.
• Support and apply Lean principles to optimize processes, improve efficiency, and sustain operational excellence.
• Participate in capital planning efforts, including appropriation requests and implementation of new technologies to improve manufacturing capability and reduce non-conformances.
• Support cost reduction initiatives, including annual savings targets, through data-driven analysis and process improvements.
• Support and promote a strong safety culture while contributing to key operational goals, including Safety, Quality, Delivery/Lead-time, Cost/Inventory Management, and Customer Satisfaction.
• Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization through formal and informal presentations to drive alignment and accountability.

Requirements

• A degree in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Materials Engineering).
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in Quality or other related experience.
• Proven success in driving continuous improvement of quality inspection processes.
• Working knowledge of quality systems and processes, including experience with pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical equipment.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001:2015 standards.
• Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing concepts and tools.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and planning abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Oracle Quality functionality.
• Hands-on experience with control valves and related manufacturing processes.

Benefits

At Emerson, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
• Equitable opportunities, celebration of diversity, and embrace of challenges with confidence.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Recognition programs.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule for this role is full-time.