Quality Process Engineer

Job Title

Quality Process Engineer

Position Overview

Shaw Industries is looking for a Quality Process Engineer to help monitor and drive improvements in all aspects of product quality throughout the manufacturing processes at Plant 78.

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, and is a global leader in delivering carpet, hardwood, tile & stone, laminate, synthetic turf, and other specialty products to residential and commercial markets worldwide. We are committed to creating a better future for our customers, our people, our company, and our communities.

Responsibilities:

• Statistically monitors quality, implements improvements and troubleshoots processes and equipment for the Extrusion, Cabling and Heatset Departments.

• Lead and participate in Internal SMS Audits. Participate in External SMS Audits.

• Work with all Departments to reduce Nonconforming Product occurrences.

• Work with yarn vendors and equipment suppliers to ensure products meet expectations.

• Work with yarn customers to resolve off quality issues.

• Coach Trainers/QCs/Mentors using quality data to drive improvements.

• Improve Standard Work focusing on Safety, Quality and Productivity.

• Drive root cause analysis and preventive measures for Off Quality.

• Participates in customer feedback and customer visits.

• Works with the Quality Clerk in the Lab to maintain equipment (calibrations).

• Serve as a backup to the Quality Clerk.

• Participates in SPC activities as a user of Infinity software and Minitab.

• Modifies and develop procedures in SMS.

• Attend SPC, Tier III, and any additional meetings as requested.

• Assist Extrusion/Cabling/Heatset meetings as requested.

• Track and monitor all MOCs and Corrective Actions (quality related) within the facility.

• Work with Yarn Technical to evaluate new/existing yarn systems.

• Assist the Quality Manager as needed.

Qualifications:

• Four (4) year Engineering degree required

• Strong communication skills (written and oral)

• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt trained or willingness to complete training

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Pivot Tables etc.)

• Previous manufacturing experience (preferred)

Competencies:

Build Trusting Relationships

Facilitate Change

Drive Results

Deliver Compelling Communication

Influence Others

Initiate Action

Shaw benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance and Pet insurance

• Life insurance and disability coverage

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee assistance program

• Health savings account

• Paid Time Off

• Parental Leave

• 401K and Retirement Plans

• Product discounts for employees

• Gym membership discounts

• Adoption assistance

• Shaw Family Health Center (Dalton, GA, and Cartersville, GA, locations)

• And much more.

Work Shift

8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.