Plant Quality Engineer

Plant Quality Engineer

At CNH, we're driven by a clear purpose: we serve and advance the people who feed and build a growing world. As a global leader in agriculture and construction, we create the equipment, technology, and solutions that help our customers work more productively and sustainably. Our success starts with our people, and we foster a collaborative culture where innovation thrives and every employee has the opportunity to grow. Grow a Career. Build a Future. If you're ready to make an impact and build a career with purpose, there's a place for you at CNH.

Job Purpose: The Plant Quality Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining quality assurance programs, systems, and procedures to ensure conformance of components and finished products to established engineering specifications, regulatory requirements, and CNH quality standards. This position plays a critical role in driving product quality improvements, preventing defects, supporting manufacturing operations, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The Plant Quality Engineer will work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Supplier Quality teams to identify, investigate, and resolve quality concerns while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. This is a plant-based position requiring daily engagement on the manufacturing floor, supporting assembly operations and proactively preventing quality issues from reaching production lines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Quality Systems and Product Assurance: Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance programs, inspection methods, and control plans to ensure compliance with product specifications and quality standards.
• Problem Solving and Corrective Actions: Identify, investigate, and report quality issues occurring during manufacturing and assembly operations. Lead root cause analysis activities using structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, PDCA, DMAIC, Fishbone, and 5 Why analysis.
• Measurement Systems and Metrology: Develop, program, validate, and maintain quality inspection routines and measurement programs. Operate and program advanced inspection equipment, including ROMER arms, laser scanners, and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs).
• GD&T and Dimensional Quality: Serve as a technical expert in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Interpret engineering drawings and dimensional requirements to ensure compliance with design intent.
• PPAP and Supplier Quality Support: Review and approve Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions. Evaluate dimensional reports, capability studies, control plans, PFMEAs, and supporting documentation. Support supplier quality initiatives and collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality issues and improve product performance.
• Manufacturing Quality Support: Spend the majority of working time on the manufacturing floor supporting assembly operations. Act as the quality representative for assigned production areas. Collaborate directly with manufacturing teams to identify and eliminate quality risks before they affect production. Support new product introductions, process changes, and manufacturing launches through proactive quality planning and risk mitigation. Ensure quality concerns are identified and addressed at the point of occurrence.

Experience Required: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Quality Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing quality engineering role. Demonstrated experience in a heavy equipment, automotive, agricultural equipment, or similar manufacturing environment. Advanced knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Experience programming and operating ROMER arms, laser scanners, and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs). Proven experience leading root cause investigations and implementing corrective actions. Experience with PPAP approval processes and quality documentation. Strong understanding of statistical methods, process capability, and measurement systems analysis. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications: ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or equivalent certification. Experience with Minitab or other statistical analysis software. Knowledge of APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and MSA. Experience supporting assembly operations in a high-volume manufacturing environment. Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experience.

What We Offer: We offer dynamic career opportunities across an international landscape. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to delivering value for all our employees and fostering a culture of respect. At CNH, we understand that the best solutions come from the diverse experiences and skills of our people. Here, you will be empowered to grow your career, to follow your passion, and help build a better future. To support our employees, we offer regional comprehensive benefits, including: Flexible work arrangements Savings & Retirement benefits Tuition reimbursement Parental leave Adoption assistance Fertility & Family building support Employee Assistance Programs Charitable contribution matching and Volunteer Time Off.