Overview
Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove the leading manufacturer of luxury kitchen appliances is a longstanding, family-owned company in the Madison area. Icons of design and paragons of performance and quality, Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove are the refrigeration, cooking, and dishwashing specialists found in world’s most luxurious homes. We look for team members who are driven by innovation and excellence, striving to serve our customers by doing what is right—with integrity, teamwork, and accountability.
SQEs are provided leadership by SQE Manager reporting to Supply Chain. The Team’s primary responsibility is “To Provide Quality Parts to the Production Lines in a Timely Manner”. Each SQE is responsible for a focused group of commodities by operational site
Growth and development are important aspects of this position. Whether you aspire to be a leader or a technical expert, this position will set you up for success in the future. This is an on-site position at our Fitchburg, WI campus.
Primary Responsibilities
The Supplier Quality Engineer will engage the Sub Zero Group Inc. Team and Suppliers in the following:
- Develop and implement procedures and systems necessary to promote continuous improvement of product and to support departmental goals.
- Work with various business unit teams, manufacturing sites and suppliers to facilitate problem solving, supplier corrective action, evaluation, development and communication of quality improvement plans and metrics.
- Ability to analyze information and data in order to create, analyze, maintain and effectively present measures to stakeholders.
- Create and maintain databases and product lifecycle management work flows in order to promote new product development and maintain existing product.
- Review and assess Supplier Production Part Approval Process Submissions including Dimensional Layouts, Material Certifications, Control Plans, Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis, Process Capability and Gage Studies.
- Perform Supplier Qualification and Surveillance Audits with Cross-Functional Teams and Suppliers (some travel required).
- Participate in Design and Contract Reviews for Supplied Components.
- Supervise Quality Technicians in the areas of Receiving Inspection and/or Metrology Labs.
- Manage Projects pertaining to Quality System Infrastructure and New Product Development.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or better in Mechanical Engineering or related, PLUS 5 years hands on manufacturing experience.
- 2-3 years manufacturing quality experience (i.e. root cause, etc.)
- Knowledge and proficiency working with computers including Microsoft Office, Databases, ERP, and Product Life Cycle Management
- Experience with PPAP and SCAR methodologies
- Knowledge of quality processes/procedures and experienced in 6-Sigma methodologies
- Good facilitation and communication skills
- Understanding and interpretation of engineering drawings
- Knowledge of measurement techniques including Metrology, Inspection Methods and Equipment
Preferred Qualifications
- American Society for Quality - Certified Quality Engineer and/or Certified Quality Auditor
- Experience working with gas/water valves and sealed systems
- Knowledge of Advanced Statistics, Design of Experiments, and Value Stream Mapping
- Familiarity with GD&T
We value our employees by providing:
- Competitive compensation based on skills
- Industry leading health, dental, and vision plans
- Generous 401 (K) savings and profit sharing
- On-site UW Health clinic, fitness center, and walking paths
- Education assistance and internal training programs
- Electric vehicle charging
- Maternity & paternity leave
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This position requires a pre-employment drug/alcohol test and background check, which will be administered after a conditional job offer is extended. A negative drug/alcohol test result is required for employment. Refusal to take the test or a positive result may disqualify a candidate from further consideration. All drug testing will be conducted in accordance with federal and state laws.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment
- Proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office, databases, ERP systems, and Product Lifecycle Management systems
- Knowledge of quality processes and procedures, including Six Sigma methodologies
- Strong facilitation and communication skills
- Ability to provide leadership on assigned projects and complete work timely
- Ability to understand and interpret engineering drawings
- Knowledge of measurement techniques, metrology, inspection methods, and equipment
- ASQ Certified Quality Engineer and/or Certified Quality Auditor
- Experience with electronics and electromechanical components and assemblies
- SAP experience
- Knowledge of advanced statistics, Design of Experiments, and Value Stream Mapping
- Familiarity with GD&T
- Experience with plastics, metals, and electrical devices
Sub-Zero Group, Inc Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered fair for many roles, with market-aligned to competitive levels in select technical/corporate positions and solid wages in entry-level or assembly work. Location and in-demand roles often strengthen perceived value, and benefits help elevate total compensation.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical and dental insurance plus access to an on-site clinic for enrolled employees with no office copay or coinsurance. These offerings help lift overall pay perception even when base pay is not top-tier.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — On-site fitness center access, wellness campaigns, flu shots, and farmers’ market vouchers provide lifestyle support beyond core insurance. Community events and a scholarship program further expand the wellbeing-focused perks.
Sub-Zero Group, Inc Insights
What We Do
The kitchen. It’s the gathering space, the soul of the home, where cooks exercise their creativity on responsive appliances, and guests savor the finer things of life. Sub-Zero founder Westye F. Bakke built his first freestanding freezer out of scrap metal in his basement, bending the coils bare-handed. In 1945, he launched Sub-Zero Freezer Company, introducing the first system for preserving food at ultra-low temperatures - literally sub-zero. The company would quickly establish a reputation for quality and innovation. With a desire to build the best, Sub-Zero has always set its sights higher. Our products are built in our own American facilities where we can control every step of the manufacturing process. The materials are premium grade, the technologies state of the art, and the craftsmanship of the highest caliber. Over the years, the legendary reliability of our appliances has given our customers the confidence to invest not merely in a kitchen that meets their needs, but one that fulfills their highest aspirations in both function and design, and brings them a lifetime of satisfaction.
