Senior Quality Engineer

Job TitleSub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove – the leading manufacturer of luxury kitchen appliances – is a family-owned company known for craftsmanship, innovation, and integrity. Our products are found in the world's most luxurious homes, and behind them are teams of people who live our values every day.At our new Cedar Rapids facility, we're building something special – a culture rooted in safety, operational excellence, and ownership. We do what's right, take pride in our work, and continuously seek to improve. We win together through teamwork, accountability, and a passion for results.This role is a unique startup opportunity to support both supplier quality and in-plant quality systems as we launch a new fabrication and assembly operation. As the plant grows, this position will evolve into a dedicated Supplier Quality Engineer or Plant Quality Engineer role based on individual strengths and business needs.Startup Responsibilities (Hybrid Focus)Design, implement, and sustain incoming material and parts inspection processesEstablish inspection methods, sampling strategies, and control plans for purchased componentsDevelop receiving inspection standards that support risk-based decision makingDrive improvements toward efficient flow, including movement toward dock-to-stock where appropriateTrain and support plant teams to ensure consistent execution of incoming inspection processesSupplier Quality ResponsibilitiesServe as the primary conduit between the Cedar Rapids plant and the broader Supplier Quality teamPartner with suppliers and internal teams to ensure quality parts are delivered to production in a timely mannerLead supplier problem solving, corrective actions, and improvement plansReview and approve supplier PPAPs, including control plans, FMEAs, and capability studiesPerform supplier qualification, audits, and quality-at-rate assessmentsSupport early production containment and supplier readiness for new product launchesPlant Quality ResponsibilitiesSupport the development and implementation of the Cedar Rapids Quality Management SystemLead problem identification, root cause analysis, and corrective actionsWork cross-functionally to develop, qualify, and audit manufacturing processesSupport trial builds and pilot runs, collecting and analyzing quality dataEstablish KPIs and visual management systems to track quality performanceOngoing Production Responsibilities (Post-Startup Focus)As operations stabilize, this role will transition into a dedicated path aligned to strengths:Path 1 – Supplier Quality EngineerOwn supplier quality performance for assigned commoditiesLead supplier development, audits, and improvement strategiesManage supplier change control and lifecycle quality processesPath 2 – Plant Quality EngineerOwn internal quality systems and production quality performanceLead continuous improvement of manufacturing processesSupport layered audits, control plans, and standard work adherenceLeadership & Culture ExpectationsBuild a culture that surfaces and solves problems, not hides themTake ownership of results and continuously look for ways to improveCommunicate clearly and consistently with both plant teams and suppliersModel integrity, accountability, and a strong team-first mindsetWe value our employees by providing:Competitive compensation based on skillsIndustry leading health, dental, and vision plansGenerous 401 (K) savings and profit sharingEducation assistance and internal training programsMaternity & paternity leaveThis position requires a pre-employment drug/alcohol test and background check, which will be administered after a conditional job offer is extended. A negative drug/alcohol test result is required for employment. Refusal to take the test or a positive result may disqualify a candidate from further consideration. All drug testing will be conducted in accordance with federal and state laws.QualificationsBachelors or better in Engineering or related field.Strong analytical and data interpretation skills Understanding of GD&T, metrology, and inspection methods Proficiency in root cause analysis tools (5 Why, 8D, A3) Experience with supplier quality processes and problem solving Strong knowledge of APQP tools (PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, Control Plans) 6–8+ years of experience in manufacturing quality and/or supplier qualityFamiliarity with ISO/IATF quality standards Experience launching new products or facilities Lean manufacturing / Six Sigma experience ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)