Quality Program Lead Engineer

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At Trane Technologies™ and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King®, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and  boldly go.

What's in it for you:

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient environments, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, sustainability is not just how we do business —it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future?

If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.

Job Summary:

Trane Technologies is hiring a Quality Program Lead Engineer. This role will primarily focus on administering the Quality Management System and driving continuous improvement in current and future processes to streamline operations and enhance quality. The successful candidate will utilize quality tools and collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Program Management, New Product Development (NPD), and Supply Chain to plan, execute, and deliver our promise to meet and consistently exceed customer expectations in all aspects.

Additionally, the role will focus on Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and change management in accordance with current procedures and work instructions as needed for new projects or changeovers in current production.

Thrive at work and at home:

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
• Paid time off, including in support of volunteer and parental leave needs.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

5 days on site. The company has designated this role as safety sensitive.

What you will do:

• Perform process risk assessments utilizing PFMEA methodology (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) to identify and mitigate risks throughout the process flow
• Develop Control Plans based upon PFMEA results that feed creation of Quality Inspection Plans and Quality Assurance Plans
• Ensure that the completed Quality Inspection Plans & Quality Assurance Plans are delivered to the Quality Engineers and acknowledged before production start
• Train and mentor Quality Engineers on how to execute Quality Inspection Plans/Quality Assurance Plans
• Lead Quality Assurance team members, assign objectives & responsibilities, and assess and monitor results. Coach for improvement when needed
• Role model and foster the customer-focused Quality-based Culture at Trane Grand Rapids
• Oversee the Document Management System to ensure proper control and accessibility of organizational documents and procedures
• Conduct and manage New Product Kickoff meetings and change management meetings for the Quality department
• Provide support for New Product Development (NPD) activities, including supplier PPAPs and production builds, to address and close gaps in meeting project deadlines.
• Coordinate and lead APQP activities for new product development (NPD), ensuring all quality planning steps are implemented and carried out
• Oversee the PPAP process, including the preparation, submission, and approval of PPAP documentation to meet customer requirements
• Support operations when quality issues arise to maintain planned production output
• Support all internal and external audits
• Support creation of Measurement System Analysis to ensure inspection…