Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025!
Daikin Applied is seeking a Quality Engineer III. You will have the ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth. The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!
Location: Faribault, MN
Your Responsibilities:
Gather, analyze, and present technical information to team members and management utilizing Pareto Analysis, Frequency Distribution, and 5 WHY techniques.
Investigate trends related to quality and collaborate with purchasing, manufacturing engineering, and production teams to solve quality concerns.
Train and teach others on quality topics including Quality Clinic Process, RCCA, Poke-yoke level & methodology, ISO requirements, standard operating procedures, and Kaizen processes and activities.
Prepares weekly Daikin Kaizen activity report.
Coordinate and communicate quality activities and needs with the quality manager.
React quickly to quality concerns that arise internally and, in the field, and collaborate with the appropriate team to ensure a resolution.
Assume leadership with technical and administrative workers engaged in quality assurance activities.
Effectively present, interact, and communicate with leadership and Sr. leaders.
Perform process capability studies to determine CpK.
Your Qualifications:
4-year bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field
American Society for Quality Certification; Quality Control Engineer Auditor Certification (preferred)
4-6 years experience in engineering or related field
Your Benefits:
Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
401K retirement plan with employer match
Paid time off and company paid holidays
Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law
Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service
Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position
The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $90,400.00 - 151,800.00 in Minnesota. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied!
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field
- 4-6 years experience in engineering or related field
- Experience with process capability studies to determine CpK
- American Society for Quality Certification; Quality Control Engineer Auditor Certification
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What We Do
Daikin Applied delivers superior air quality and energy efficiency to every solution with innovation in advanced technology, IoT, and next generation compressors. Daikin branded products, solutions, and services are sold through a global network of dedicated sales, service, and parts offices. Daikin Applied’s parent company, Daikin Industries, Ltd. reports revenues in excess of $20 billion and has more than 67,000 employees worldwide, making it the largest HVAC manufacturer in the world. Daikin Industries, Ltd. has more than 90 production sites worldwide and works with customers in more than 150 countries.
