Root Cause Analysis Engineer

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $3.8B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 11,000 employees around the world, with operations in over 71 manufacturing locations in 20 countries.

 Location: Euclid - 22801 - Cleveland, OH, United States (US)
Employment Status: Salary Full-Time
Function: Quality Assurance/Control
 

PURPOSE: The job consists of analyzing potential quality problems and working with cross-functional teams in developing permanent improvements. Reports to Quality Assurance Group Leader.

JOB DESCRIPTION (DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES)

• Proactively gather extensive data and insights essential for conducting a comprehensive analysis. When needed, incorporate statistical sampling techniques to ensure a representative and statistically sound dataset.
• Conduct various Root Cause Analysis and Improvement activities throughout the Cleveland operations. Dive deep into quality issues, utilizing analytical tools and methodologies to uncover the underlying causes of defects.
• Provide guidance and training to team members on effective root cause analysis techniques, statistical methodologies, and SPC, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Apply statistical tools and continuous improvement methodologies to elevate the precision and reliability of analysis, fostering a data-driven decision-making culture.
• Define, troubleshoot, and assist in the resolution of daily production quality problems.
• Facilitate the new product development process through an understanding of the new product stage gate process, and by meeting all Quality Assurance deliverables.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to conduct studies to assess and improve process capabilities and perform measurement system analyses to validate the accuracy and consistency of measurement tools.
• Review and evaluate engineering product and process changes.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as needed or directed in support of the Company’s 2025 Strategy.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Statistics, Quality Management, or a related field.
• In-depth knowledge of Quality Management methodologies and tools including Statistical Quality Control, Lean, Six Sigma and Continuous Improvement.
• Ability to apply a combination of a knowledge of quality assurance tools, business procedures, part and process measurement techniques, and Statistical Process Control (SPC) to a variety of problems.
• Ability to organize, lead, and drive continuous improvement projects and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated computer skills.

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.