Quality Engineer _Share by Email_ _Share on LinkedIn_ Share on X (http://www.x.com/intent/post?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcareers.oatey.com%2Fsearch%2Fjobdetails%2Fdetails%2Fb1a28a12-37d5-4ca5-a3e0-5affb762f1c9%3Futm\_campaign%3Dss\_tw) _Share on Facebook_ Apply (https://wd5.myworkdaysite.com/recruiting/oatey/Oatey\_External\_/job/Cleveland-OH-Manufacturing/Quality-Engineer\_R6278/apply) Apply (Existing Employee) + Req #:R6278 + Facility Name:Cleveland, OH (Manufacturing) + Facility Address:4700 West 160th StreetCleveland, OH + Job Type:Full time + Posted Date:2/7/2025 **Who is Oatey?** Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries. Our purpose is to deliver quality, build trust and improve lives. The Oatey family of companies are Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, GF Thompson, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo. Our brands are synonymous with quality, integrity, and trust in the plumbing industry. **Cleveland Manufacturing** Because our business is growing, we need to hire top talent. We're hoping you're that future team member! The Cleveland plant is an air-conditioned environment with a team atmosphere and a commitment to safety and quality! **What we’re looking for…** A team member who will drive quality performance to a higher level through employing applicable quality processes and tools. This associate will assist in the development of quality metrics to monitor quality levels, identify areas of improvement and implement effective solutions. **Expectations & Accountabilities…** + APQP / Product Launch Support: Support manufacturing operations to launch new products and processes. Work with Corporate and site level Engineering teams to define pre-launch requirements and communicate plant capabilities. + Internal PPAP submissions and approvals: Submit PPAP’s to Corporate Engineering and coordinate manufacturing production demonstration runs. Coordinate Golden Sample production and establish acceptance criteria for new products. Approve internal PPAPs for Engineering Changes (ECN) and new or refurbished tooling. + ECN Support and Manufacturing Implementation: Coordinate Corporate ECN system with plant implementation and planning efforts, including process validation and product verification. + Support Management of Change system coordination (MOC): Monitor plant MOC’s and coordinate activities to drive changes to completion and full implementation. + Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) & Control Plans: Lead cross-functional team to generate and review PFMEA’s. Work with Manufacturing and Process Engineers to develop and maintain control plans for manufacturing processes and conduct control plan audits to verify compliance. + QMS Auditor: Conduct internal audits to Oatey’s Quality Management System. + Manage Gage Calibration System. + Create Inspection Plants for production runs. + Perform part layouts and capability studies. + Other duties as assigned. **What you’ll need to be successful…** + **Education:** Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or Operations or equivalent field experience. + Basic knowledge of quality and quality management processes (APQP, Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis, MSA, PPAP, SPC tools, Root Cause Analysis, etc.). + Ability to interpret Engineering Drawings and Specifications. + Experience with operating quality measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, height gages, Structured Light Scanning, Coordinate Measuring Machine - CMM, optical comparator, etc.). + Excellent problem-solving skills. + Experience working with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint), ERP (Enterprise Resource Panning) software, and web-based tools. + Communication Skills: demonstrated ability to develop, synthesize, and present material orally and in writing in an articulate and concise manner. Stand-up presentation skills. Demonstrated ability to listen to and process other’s point of view. + Experience in formal quality processes such as ISO, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other well- developed continuous improvement programs. **Experience that will set you apart….** + ASQ Quality Engineer certification or AIAG training. + CMM programming experience. + GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerances) experience. + SolidWorks experience. + Industry experience with multiple types of material processing (Plastic Injection Molding, Metal Stamping, Metal Forming, chemical processing, assembly). At Oatey we are committed to help our Associates grow their career. Apply today and grow with Oatey! **Why Oatey?** + At Oatey, our purpose has always been to deliver quality, build trust and improve lives. + We value Collaboration, Integrity, Respect, Courage, Leadership, and Excellence above all else. + We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion - acknowledging, valuing, and leveraging the unique experiences and perspectives of our associates. + Our vision is to continue to grow as a market leader, to enrich the lives of our Associates, and to foster an inclusive environment in every regard. + Our purpose, mission, and vision are not possible without the right people, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive, engaging, and rewarding environment for our Associates. + Oatey has a total rewards philosophy which encompasses compensation, benefits, work-life effectiveness, recognition, performance management, tuition reimbursement, mental health wellness, and talent development. **Oatey Total Rewards** + Unlimited time off for salaried Associates + Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates + Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave + Annual Cash Profit Sharing (discretionary) + Health Insurance for our associates’ averages $100 or less a month (single coverage) + Generous benefits including up to $2,880 company contribution to Health Savings Account + 401(k) with a 5% company match + Tuition reimbursement in an environment that encourages advancement + Associate well-being benefits including CALM App and robust EAP offering + Recognized for our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion **Equal Opportunity Employer** The Oatey family of companies are an equal opportunity employer committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We recruit, employ, promote, and offer competitive pay for all jobs without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.