Quality Engineer (Complex Problem Solver)

Job Overview

The Quality Problem Solver leads the plant's structured problem-solving activity for complex and recurring manufacturing issues that impact quality, output and customer satisfaction. The role coordinates cross-functional teams to identify true root causes, deliver sustainable solutions and drive measurable improvement in key plant KPIs (COPQ, scrap, PPM, customer complaints). The role also coaches and develops the plant's problem-solving community.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving activities using structured methodologies (8D, A3, Shainin Red X, Six Sigma DMAIC, QRQC).
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (Engineering, Maintenance, Production, QA, Supply Chain) to solve complex technical problems.
• Select and prioritize problem-solving projects based on Pareto analysis and business impact (COPQ, scrap, customer complaints).
• Support customer complaint handling with robust 8D responses; interface with customer quality representatives when required.
• Proactively anticipate roadblocks, remove obstacles and escalate to management when necessary.
• Ensure that problem-solving standards and methodologies are consistently applied across the plant.
• Coach and develop plant problem solvers; grow the internal problem-solving capability.
• Report on project progress, financial savings and team development to plant and functional management.
• Contribute to the introduction and continuous improvement of plant-level problem-solving systems and standards.

Soft Skills that make you a fit

• Data-driven mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Structured, pragmatic problem-solving approach.
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to work across functions and levels.
• Coaching mindset – willing to develop others and share knowledge.
• Positive change agent driving continuous improvement.
• Business acumen – ability to link technical decisions to business impact.

Key Expectations

• Engineering degree – Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Industrial or similar.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Quality Engineering, Process Engineering or Manufacturing Problem Solving, preferably in automotive or high-volume manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals and manufacturing processes.
• Working knowledge of IATF 16949 and VDA 6.3 / 6.5.
• Fluent English and Hungarian (written and spoken).

Nice To Haves

• Shainin Red X practitioner / apprentice certification.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Practical experience with QRQC (Quick Response Quality Control).
• Statistical software: Minitab or JMP.
• Dashboarding: Power BI.
• Data science tools: Python or R.

What We Offer

• Competitive benefits package including an annual bonus
• 13th month salary
• SZÉP Card
• Subsidized meals (350 Ft/meal/day)
• Free company bus nearby Esztergom or fuel reimbursement
• Employee discounts, back-to-school support, gift packages, a free on-site gym, and a wide range of team-building and family-friendly events.
• High visibility – direct contribution to plant KPIs and customer satisfaction
• Access to internal training (Shainin, Six Sigma, leadership programs)

Competencies