Quality Engineer

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Albuquerque, NM, USA
In-Office
62K-88K Annually
Junior
eCommerce • Retail • Manufacturing
The Role
Drives foam quality improvement, variation and scrap reduction, production problem solving, supplier quality performance, product and process qualification, CTQ audits, and continuous improvement initiatives. Performs product inspections, system audits, benchmarking, laboratory testing, and experiment documentation. Partners with Operations and Quality Technicians while applying analytical tools, Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, and statistical concepts.
Summary Generated by Built In

Tempur Sealy. Iconic brands. Storied history. Industry-leading innovation.
Tempur Sealy is committed to improving the sleep of more people, every night, all around the world. As a leading designer, manufacturer, distributor, and retailer of bedding products worldwide, we know how crucial a good night of sleep is to overall health and wellness. Utilizing over a century of knowledge and industry-leading innovation, we deliver award-winning products that provide breakthrough sleep solutions to consumers in over 100 countries. Our highly recognized brands include Tempur-Pedic®, Sealy® and Stearns & Foster®. We hire people who have a passion for helping others find their best night’s sleep. No matter what stage of your career, you can build your future at Tempur Sealy!

Tempur Sealy. Iconic brands. Storied history. Industry-leading innovation.
Tempur Sealy is committed to improving the sleep of more people, every night, all around the world. As a leading designer, manufacturer, distributor, and retailer of bedding products worldwide, we know how crucial a good night of sleep is to overall health and wellness. Utilizing over a century of knowledge and industry-leading innovation, we deliver award-winning products that provide breakthrough sleep solutions to consumers in over 100 countries. Our highly recognized brands include Tempur-Pedic®, Sealy® and Stearns & Foster®. We hire people who have a passion for helping others find their best night’s sleep. No matter what stage of your career, you can build your future at Tempur Sealy!

OUR COMPANY OFFERS GREAT BENEFITS, INCLUDING:

  • Generous Paid Time Off

  • Competitive Medical, Dental & other wellness programs

  • Disability and Life Company Paid

  • Retirement Plan Options

  • Generous Employee Purchase Discounts  

Pay Range: $62,000-88,000

Quality Engineer

What You’ll Do (Essential Duties and Responsibilities):

  • Application of analytical tools to drive improvement in foam quality and continually achieve variation reduction.
  • Perform internal scrap cost analysis and drive scrap cost reduction projects.
  • Support Quality Technicians with addressing production issues and improvement opportunities via problem solving techniques.
  • Participate in New product/process development, qualification, and establishment of “Safe Launch” Plans.
  • Track, Report, and drive improvement in direct material suppliers to improve incoming quality performance.
  • Performs product inspection and audits products and/or systems for conformance to standard.
  • Performs weekly CTQ audit and reporting to drive continual improvement.
  • Facilitate best practices benchmarking between TPVA, TPNM, TPIN and other facilities.
  • Assists in problem investigation and resolution.
  • Periodically support the laboratory including, performing laboratory tests, and/or experiments following established procedures or protocols while operating requisite laboratory equipment and instruments; records data; maintains and makes minor adjustments to equipment.

What You’ll Need (Qualifications):

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and 1-2 years directly related experience. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
  • Business acumen, will act as business partner to Operations
  • Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
  • Advanced knowledge of PC usage required to include using the Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  • Demonstrated experience in 5S, Lean and Six Sigma principles. Green Belt preferred, or ability to obtain within the first year of employment.
  • Minitab or JMP experience preferred.

Tempur Sealy is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based upon race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

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Tempur Sealy is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based upon race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 1-2 years of directly related experience
  • Business acumen and ability to act as a business partner to Operations
  • Ability to work with probability, statistical inference, and mathematical concepts
  • Advanced PC usage, including Microsoft Office Suite
  • Ability to solve practical problems involving limited standardization
  • Experience with 5S, Lean, and Six Sigma principles
  • Six Sigma Green Belt certification or ability to obtain it within the first year
  • Experience with Minitab or JMP

Tempur-Pedic Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Tempur-Pedic and has not been reviewed or approved by Tempur-Pedic.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, and vision options, and wellness offerings such as flu shots, biometric screenings, and an upgraded EAP. Some locations also note on‑site services and health resources that support day‑to‑day wellbeing.
  • Retirement Support — A clear 401(k) program with an employer match and immediate vesting is outlined in company filings, signaling structured retirement support. Union facilities may follow separate terms via bargaining agreements, but employer‑funded retirement options are consistently referenced.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Generous employee product discounts, on‑site amenities (e.g., gyms/cafes), and structured wellness/EAP programs are highlighted as meaningful perks. These extras can materially enhance total compensation for those who value the products and wellness resources.

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The Company
Year Founded: 1992

What We Do

Tempur-Pedic produces mattresses, pillows and sleep accessories using proprietary TEMPUR material that adapts to body weight, shape and temperature. As a brand within Tempur Sealy International, it develops, manufactures and markets sleep products through tempurpedic.com and authorized retailers worldwide. The company focuses on innovation in comfort and pressure relief to improve sleep quality and durability across its mattress and accessory lines.

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