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Process Quality Engineer
Req ID 92393 | North Mankato, MN, United States ZF Off-Highway Solutions Minnesota Inc.
Job Description
About the Team
At ZF Off-Highway Solutions, our Quality department is central to our operations, driving excellence through every process. Certified in ISO 9001 and skilled in our Quality Management System (QMS), our team ensures strict quality standards are met. We proactively detect and address issues early, maintaining our reputation for delivering top-tier products.
- Analyze quality data to identify trends and improvement areas.
- Ensure compliance with quality systems and standards across product design and manufacturing.
- Support or lead audits, including ISO, PED/PER, customer, and internal/external assessments.
- Apply tools like Root Cause Analysis, 8D, PDCA, DMAIC, and DOE to solve quality issues.
- Work with Sales, Engineering, and Operations to integrate customer feedback into robust manufacturing processes.
- Use data to influence quality-related decisions with Sales, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams.
- Lead initiatives to resolve systemic quality issues and drive sustainable improvements.
- Strong foundation in QMS, ISO 9001:2015, Six Sigma, Lean, SPC, and FMEA.
- Skilled in problem-solving techniques: 8D, Fishbone, ANOVA, PDCA, DMAIC.
- Capable of assessing risk and implementing mitigation strategies.
- 2 years of experience as a quality engineer.
- Experienced in training teams on quality systems and best practices.
- Metrology knowledge, including MSA and appropriate inspection tools.
- Bachelor’s degree in Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field.
The expected base compensation for this role is $69,700 - $97,400 annually. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position. This range reflects multiple levels of Engineer positions within the Quality team.
- Annual Incentive Plan
- Paid time off
- 401k Plan
- Health Care Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- A supportive collaborative team environment
- Tuition reimbursement for educational advancement
- A strong diverse culture
- Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities
About North Mankato:
North Mankato combines small-town charm with modern amenities, a strong economy, vibrant arts scene, and recreational options. Located near Minneapolis/St. Paul, it offers excellent livability and quality of life.
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Contact
Gabriela Palacio
DIVERSITY COMMITMENT:
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.
With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.
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What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?
At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility.
Find out how we work at ZF:
Nearest Major Market: Mankato
Job Segment: Process Engineer, Quality Engineer, Supply Chain, Six Sigma, Lean Six Sigma, Engineering, Operations, Management
Salary : $69,700 - $97,400