Senior Advanced Quality Engineer

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. 

Interested in joining us on our journey? 

Leads the quality strategy for new parts, processes, and New Product Introduction (NPI) within AP1 Laundry Operations. Drives sustainable, long-term factory performance and ownership of quality. Independently manages complex problems requiring strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and self-direction. Owns and executes quality systems and project deliverables for the assigned area with minimal supervision, leveraging advanced knowledge of engineering, quality, and/or the dish product line.

Position

Senior Advanced Quality Engineer

Location

USA, Louisville, KY

How You'll Create Possibilities

• Owns and leads qualification of new tooling and equipment within the assigned area, becoming the process expert for that operation.
• Develops and executes robust qualification plans to validate capability for each new tool/equipment introduced into AP3, partnering with AME, factory teams, and OEMs to ensure high-quality tooling, equipment, and processes.
• Travels to OEM manufacturing sites for planning meetings, runoffs, and key production builds; secures required approvals before equipment ships from the supplier.
• Leads gage development for production, applying GEA’s gage specification process and obtaining cross-functional buy-off on gage design, inspection quantities, and inspection frequencies.
• Facilitates dimensional analysis reviews of measurement data from new tools/equipment and drives alignment with design engineering and leadership on required actions.
• Apply GEA’s 9-step process to embed quality into product and process design as early as possible; actively participates in drawing reviews.
• Completes PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) for newly introduced in-house parts, assemblies, and processes.
• Develops and implements traceability solutions for equipment and processes, including digital footprints and poke-yoke methods (e.g., vision systems, pick systems, test systems, genealogy, and line interlocks); leads teams and tracks progress to closure.
• Serves as the primary liaison between product design and manufacturing operations to ensure NPI and new equipment issues are resolved and world-class manufacturing standards are achieved.
• Leads and supports projects within NPIs and new tooling/equipment that improve Cost of Quality (COQ), including scrap reduction, yield improvement, concessions, damage, and service call reduction.
• Leads cross-functional PFMEA activities to identify and assess risks associated with new parts and process changes; ensures mitigation plans are developed and implemented prior to launch.
• Partners with assembly line team leaders to develop standard work and job instructions that clearly define critical characteristics and quality checkpoints.
• Conducts fastener drive-fail studies on new joints to validate torque requirements and joint integrity.
• Owns Quality Manufacturing System (QMS) documentation—including MCPs (control plans), MCIs (control instructions), and FRMs (forms)—ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 standards.
• Interprets GE Appliances technical drawings, including MBD/GD&T and linear dimensions, to ensure quality plans and controls meet all drawing requirements.
• Develops and executes measurement plans using appropriate methods such as 3D scanning, CMM, hand gages, and other metrology tools.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Requirements:

• Bachelors’ Degree in Engineering or related discipline OR equivalent 5 years’ hands on experience in manufacturing quality disciplines
• 5+ years of experience with manufacturing quality/NPI quality projects and process improvement

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership and strong communication skills in defining, implementing, and troubleshooting manufacturing processes
• Self‑starter with the ability to influence cross‑functional teams and hourly workforce using data‑driven metrics
• Strong project planning, tracking, and execution skills
• Excellent analytical skills with experience interpreting data to solve manufacturing problems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience in high‑volume manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of injection molding processes (preferred)
• Experience using, programming, and interpreting CMM and 3D scanning systems
• Proficiency with PolyWorks software
• Strong understanding of GD&T and MBD/drawing interpretation

Working Conditions

• Based in Louisville, Kentucky, supports GE Appliances AP1 Dish Operations
• Primarily first‑shift role, with occasional weekends and off‑shift support as needed
• May require 20–25% travel, with occasional increased travel for supplier equipment run‑offs and qualifications
• Work performed in a high‑volume manufacturing environment
• May require lifting materials up to 30 pounds and working around heavy equipment
• Required use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, work boots, and hard hats
• Frequent walking throughout the manufacturing facility

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.

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