As part of the Quality organization, you will help ensure Vanderlande’s products and processes consistently meet customer expectations and the highest quality standards. You will work collaboratively with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Operations to drive quality excellence, continuous improvement, and operational performance across the business.
Your PositionAs a Senior Quality Engineer, you will lead quality initiatives that improve product reliability, process capability, and overall customer satisfaction. You will analyze quality performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement sustainable corrective actions while supporting new product introductions and ongoing manufacturing operations.
Your ResponsibilitiesAs a Senior Quality Engineer, you will:
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality management systems, processes, and procedures.
- Lead root cause investigations and drive effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Analyze quality metrics, customer feedback, and performance trends to identify improvement opportunities.
- Conduct process, product, and supplier quality audits to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and improve manufacturing performance.
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by integrating quality requirements throughout the product lifecycle.
- Review and approve quality documentation, including inspection plans, control plans, and testing procedures.
- Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs) and customer quality concerns through timely investigation and resolution.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other quality methodologies.
- Support risk assessments, failure analysis, and process improvement activities.
- Mentor and coach junior quality team members while promoting best practices across the organization.
- Ensure compliance with applicable customer, regulatory, and internal quality requirements.
- Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
- 5+ years of experience in Quality Engineering within manufacturing, industrial automation, material handling, or a related industry.
- Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS), CAPA, root cause analysis, audits, supplier quality, and non-conformance management.
- Working knowledge of quality tools and methodologies such as FMEA, SPC, 8D, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and statistical problem-solving techniques.
- Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple functions.
- ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Lean Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt, or equivalent certification is a plus.
At Vanderlande, you'll be part of a global organization that is shaping the future of warehouse automation, airport logistics, and parcel solutions. We offer a collaborative environment where innovation, continuous learning, and professional development are encouraged. You'll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects, solve complex engineering challenges, and contribute to solutions that keep the world moving.
About VanderlandeVanderlande is the global market leader in future-proof logistic process automation for the warehousing, airports, and parcel sectors. Our systems are active in more than 600 airports, including many of the world's busiest, as well as leading distribution centers and parcel hubs around the world. Through innovation, collaboration, and a customer-first mindset, we help our customers optimize their operations and deliver exceptional performance.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of Quality Engineering experience in manufacturing, industrial automation, or material handling
- Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS), CAPA, root cause analysis, audits, supplier quality, and non-conformance management
- Working knowledge of FMEA, SPC, 8D, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and statistical problem-solving techniques
- Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and continuous improvement initiatives
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills; ability to make data-driven decisions
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; cross-functional collaboration
- ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt or equivalent
Vanderlande Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, with day‑one eligibility in many U.S. roles and employer‑paid protections that reduce out‑of‑pocket exposure. Feedback suggests medical, dental, and vision are a clear strength.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting in the U.S. Feedback suggests this forms a solid pillar of the total rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays are characterized as generous relative to peers. Compressed workweek options in some roles further support time away and recovery.
Vanderlande Insights
What We Do
Vanderlande is the global market leader for future-proof logistic process automation at airports. The company is also a leading supplier of process automation solutions for warehouses and in the parcel market. Vanderlande’s baggage handling systems are capable of moving over 4 billion pieces of baggage around the world per year. Its systems are active in more than 600 airports including 12 of the world’s top 20. More than 52 million parcels are sorted by its systems every day, which have been installed for the world’s leading parcel companies. In addition, many of the largest global e-commerce players and retailers have confidence in Vanderlande’s efficient and reliable solutions. The company focuses on the optimisation of its customers’ business processes and competitive positions. Through close cooperation, it strives for the improvement of their operational activities and the expansion of their logistical achievements. Vanderlande’s extensive portfolio of integrated solutions – innovative systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services – results in the realisation of fast, reliable and efficient automation technology. Established in 1949, Vanderlande has more than 7,500 employees, all committed to moving its customers’ businesses forward at diverse locations on every continent. With a consistently increasing turnover of 1.8 billion euros, it has established a global reputation over the past seven decades as a highly reliable partner for future-proof logistic process automation. Vanderlande was acquired in 2017 by Toyota Industries Corporation, which will help it to continue its sustainable profitable growth. The two companies have a strong strategic match, and the synergies include cross-selling, product innovations, and research and development.
