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# Quality Engineer - Distribution Center

- **Company:** Robert Bosch GmbH
- **Location:** Wichita, KS, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Document Management Systems, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Ishikawa
- **Published:** August 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=8820b7a254372f21

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in engineering
 * 3+ years of quality engineering experience
 * Experience in manufacturing quality, logistic process, or related technical roles.
 * Knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
 * Proficiency in problem-solving tools (8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa, A3 etc.).
 * Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
 * Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills., * Experience in HVAC, automotive, or high-volume manufacturing environments.
 * Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, and SPC.
 * Experience with supplier defect notifications
 * Lean or Six Sigma certification (Green Belt preferred).

## Description

* Maintain the identification, segregation, documentation, and disposition of nonconforming product within the DC.
 * Ensure no nonconforming product is shipped without formal approval.
 * Track trends in damages, mislabels, and packaging issues.

Customer Complaint Management (Shipping & Transportation)

Lead investigations for:

 * Shipping errors
 * Missing or incorrect items
 * Packaging failures
 * Transportation damage
 * Apply structured problem-solving (8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa).
 * Define and follow up on corrective actions with Operations, Logistics, and Carriers.
 * Communicate complaint status and risks to internal stakeholders.

Quality Management System (ISO 9001:2015)

 * Maintain DC-specific procedures, work instructions, and records.
 * Coordinate internal audit schedules and support external audits.
 * Ensure document control and compliance with ISO requirements.

Internal Audits & Process Discipline

 * Plan and execute internal audits for receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping.
 * Document findings and ensure timely closure of corrective actions.
 * Validate adherence to Standard Work and packaging standards.

Continuous Improvement & Lean

 * Implement Lean tools (5S, standardization, Poka-Yoke, Kaizen) in warehouse processes.
 * Analyze data to reduce:
 * Shipping errors
 * Transportation damage
 * Rework and repacking
 * Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)
 * Support cross-functional improvement projects.

Problem Solving & Risk Prevention

 * Lead root-cause analysis for internal defects and customer complaints.
 * Validate effectiveness of corrective actions through data and audits.
 * Identify risks in packaging, labeling, handling, and storage processes.

Training & Quality Culture

 * Train warehouse personnel on:
 * Defect detection
 * Packaging standards
 * Escalation processes
 * Handling of nonconforming product


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