Quality Engineer
Springfield, Missouri (MO), US
Building the people that build the world.
With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.
As part of HVAC Cooling, SPX Cooling Technologies is a leader in high quality industrial HVAC equipment used to cool large facilities like hospitals, data centers, and power plants. With cooling towers, fans, and refrigeration units, companies rely on brands like Marley, Recold, and SGS to provide comfort and mission critical and industrial cooling solutions.
How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)
SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. This position will be responsible for developing, improving and maintaining Quality documents and procedures related to the production of cooling towers and cooling tower parts. The incumbent will also be involved in the ISO documentation, audits, and procedures to maintain the ISO certification and compliance with our facility and products. The Quality Engineer will work closely with engineering to drive quality improvement through design of products and assembly manuals. This position will support Product Development to ensure quality on new products. In addition, this position will help to support commercial tours and customer inspections of the manufacturing plant. The incumbent will support the quality manager on new projects and be actively involved in external audits from customers and the external ISO Quality Management System Registrar. This position will be responsible for the Springfield plant calibration system and instrumental for performing internal audits and monitoring the internal audit program. The Quality Engineer will also be responsible for evaluating production performance against key process indicators, as well as formulating corrective measures to ensure that identified issues are resolved to prevent reoccurrence.
What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)
While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:
- Lead product quality assurance efforts ensuring conformance to standards and specifications through testing, inspecting, and monitoring key process variables in addition to product characteristics
- Implements changes and updates to a plant wide quality system with a focus on maintenance of the company’s ISO certification
- Works closely with Team Leaders and Process Engineers to drive improvement in product quality
- Assists R&D in evaluation/trials of new products and processes for safety, quality, & productivity prior to launch
- Provides technical support while working with business teams and production associates to improve plant and equipment efficiencies and reduce costs
- Troubleshoots and analyzes process capability. Implement actions to improve equipment quality of production
- Evaluates and implements new technologies aimed at eliminating defects
- Actively support production work teams as required to meet world-class quality standards
- Maintains plant calibration of tools and gauges. Provides training in production for proper use of gauges.
- Performs internal audits and maintenance of the internal audit program to comply with ISO system requirements
- Review customer feedback regularly and implement prioritized actions to resolve concerns
- Performs root cause analysis and evaluates corrective measures to prevent nonconformities.
- Lead training activities related to quality
- Provide other technical guidance and/or assistance as required by the business
- Provides feedback to production teams – issues Quality Alerts to inform production of identified errors.
What we are looking for (Required/Ideal Experience, Skills, Education)
We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:
Required Experience & Skills
- Ability to adapt to change and flex work at appropriate times so as to support the assembly process
- Ability to safely and effectively operate cutting tools
- Ability to correctly use measuring tools and grinder
- Ability to correctly use crane and air float
- Ability to correctly and safely use other hand tools (both manual and pneumatic)
- Ability to read a tape measure in metric and imperial standards
- Ability to apply shop mathematics to solve problems
- Ability to plan work and select proper tools
- Ability to compare and accurately determine difference in size, shape, and form of objects
- Ability to work within precise limits and/or standards of accuracy
- Ability to interpret build orders and engineering drawings correctly
- Ability to operate impact gun and torque wrench
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability to work well with others
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to follow and understand directions
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Quality or related technical field preferred
- 3-5 years of experience in an ISO or AS9100 certified production environment
- Six Sigma leadership preferred, black or green belt certified
- Experience in implementing lean manufacturing techniques
- Ability to coach, train and lead others
- Experience hosting auditors and performing audits to comply with ISO system requirements.
Ideal Experience & Skills
- Strong skills in Microsoft Word and Excel
- ASQ CQE and CQA certifications preferred
- SAP experience is preferred, but is not required
Travel & Working Environment
- Onsite – manufacturing plant environment, with potential exposure to all types of weather, including excessive heat, excessive cold, and excessive noise
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Office and manufacturing plant environment with varying degrees of noise levels and potential exposure to bad weather, excessive heat and/or excessive noise.
- Sitting, standing, walking, bending, pushing, pulling, climbing and potentially working at heights.
How we live our culture
Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.
What benefits do we offer?
We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:
- Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
- Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
- Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
- Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs
Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX
We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.
SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.