Sr. Quality Engineer

Company: Danfoss
Location: Van Wert
Posted on: April 13, 2025

Job Description:

Requisition ID: 42919

To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below.
Job Location(s):

Van Wert, OH, US

Employment Type: Full Time
Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment
Job Function: Quality and Environment, Health and Safety (EHS)
Work Location Type:
Job Description

Danfoss in Van Wert is now hiring an experienced Quality Supervisor to join our team in Danfoss Power Solutions! This role will lead Quality Engineering activities focused on achieving plant operational and customer quality goals, leveraging continuous improvement and quality tools.

Job Responsibilities

Drive and support continuous improvement projects impacting KPI metrics (Customer DPPM, Product Audit) identifying top issues and main drivers thru the use of data analytics utilizing Danfoss Quality System policies.
Lead reduction efforts on Cost of Poor Quality metrics (Scrap, Rework, Repair, and Warranty). A key consideration is to prevent the inadvertent use of any suspect or Nonconforming material or product (NCMP) and to implement effective actions to prevent the recurrence of such events.
Work with Manufacturing Engineering and Production Operations in the development of Process FMEAs, Process Control Plans, Measurement System Analyses, and Process Capability Methods & Requirements.
Lead structured team problem solving efforts (Six-Sigma, 8D, and Corrective/Preventive Action Reports) to resolve internal/external issues, while meeting effectiveness, and responsiveness metrics, as well to achieve our Quality KPIs.
Support deployment of risk mitigation activities across our value stream, to proactively identify and address potential quality risks.
Improve supplier/customer relationship through effective partnering and communication.
Provide direction, and leadership to Quality Department personnel.
Lead monthly quality performance and project status review of quality projects.
Background & Skills

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree at an accredited institution
Minimum five (5) years of combined experience in a Quality role in operations
Inspection and testing equipment knowledge and experience.
Ability to read engineering drawings, specifications (GD&T), process control plans, PFMEA's, routers, job instructions, standardize work, and basic statistical methods
Proficient in AIAG Core Tools (PPAP, APQP, MSA, SPC and FMEA

Preferred Qualifications:

ASQ Certification (CQE, CMQ/OE)
Six-Sigma Greenbelt certification desired.
Certified internal auditor (IATF16949 desired)
8D Problem Solving methods experience
Proven record of continuous improvement to an ISO certified Quality Management System (QMS).
Fabrication, machining, and assembly knowledge and experience is preferred
Experience in the use of SAP (ERP system)

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

Bonus system
Paid vacation
Flexible working hours
Possibility to work remotely
Pension plan
Personal insurance
Communication package
Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
State of the art virtual work environment
Employee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Danfoss - Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder's mindset "action speaks louder than words", we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.
Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.360 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

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