(USA) Quality Engineer

Position Overview

Position Summary – Lead process improvement initiatives at Walmart’s Distribution Center by utilizing tools such as 5S, root cause analysis, Six Sigma, and time and motion studies to eliminate quality losses and deviations. In this role, you will deliver functional area results through KPI analysis, standardizing work processes, and managing quality-focused projects. You will assist area managers with the tactical deployment of the Quality Excellence WPS program, develop gap analysis for process integration, and provide supervision and development opportunities for associates.
IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS ROLE.
Location: 1501 E Mapleleaf Dr, Mount Pleasant, IA 52641-3106, United States of America

Key Responsibilities

• Leads process improvement tools and methods (e.g., 5S, root cause analysis, Six Sigma, time and motion studies) to eliminate quality losses and deviations.
• Delivers functional area results through KPI analysis, loss elimination, and the creation of standard work.
• Assists with reviewing and responding to quality-focused process improvement projects and contributes to One Best Way playbooks.
• Supports the tactical deployment of the Quality Excellence WPS program and manages project execution for top quality losses.
• Develops gap analysis to support WPS integration and assists department managers with KPI improvements and associate engagement.
• Leads quality-related savings projects by eliminating process losses and promoting continuous improvement.
• Builds strong relationships with key stakeholders to implement business solutions and drive process improvements.
• Provides supervision by hiring, training, mentoring, and assigning duties to associates while fostering a culture of belonging.
• Ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in Quality or Process Improvement, or 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Qualifications: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and strong analytical skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Qualifications: Prior Co-Op/Internship experience in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Distribution with exposure to Lean/Continuous Improvement tools and a working knowledge of Quality Management System elements (e.g., Statistical Process Control, FMEA, Quality KPIs).

Benefits & Perks

• Salary: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
• Compensation: Annual or quarterly performance bonuses, with additional compensation elements such as Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) and Stock options for certain positions.
• Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage (medical, vision, dental), 401(k), stock purchase, company-paid life insurance, generous PTO (including sick leave, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting), short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and the Live Better U education benefit program.