Senior Production Engineer - Remote Quality Assurance & Compliance Expert for Target Corporation
Unlock a Rewarding Career with Target Corporation: Senior Production Engineer
Join the ranks of a Fortune 50 organization with a rich history of innovation and customer satisfaction. Target Corporation, a leading American retail corporation, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Production Engineer to join their team on a full-time remote basis. As a Senior Production Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and compliance of owned brand products, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives.
About Target Corporation
Target Corporation is a renowned retail brand with over 350,000 colleagues worldwide, operating a chain of discount department stores and hypermarkets across the United States. With a strong commitment to its communities, Target invests in the places where its colleagues live, work, and play, fostering growth opportunities and promoting a culture of inclusivity and diversity.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure suppliers deliver protected and quality owned brand products by leveraging expertise in product compliance, quality, and regulatory requirements.
- Develop and implement proactive and preventive quality assurance and control measures, driving start-to-end results through various programs.
- Assess and resolve product and process issues, backing continuous improvement of manufacturing processes.
- Conduct alignment activities on processes or products with third-party vendors and BPQI (Colleague Quality Inspector).
- Determine critical processes to quality and controls to prevent or mitigate potential issues/risks.
- Support escalation, attitude, and CAPA reviews for continuous improvement, embracing visitor expectations.
- Review data and conduct statistical analysis, utilizing insights to identify opportunities for alignment, continuous improvement, and problem-solving.
- Drive cost reduction through quality improvement initiatives, focusing on greater efficiency and right-first-time quality.
- Approve plant's work with sound quality processes and manufacturing capabilities before producing for Target.
- Ensure program assumptions and quality assurance requirements are recognized prior to production start.
- Verify that all products meet safety and regulatory requirements and Target performance standards.
- Raise plant performance through technical support, driving continuous improvement of manufacturing and quality processes.
- Influence independent decision-making and address business needs through active engagement with partners.
Essential Qualifications
To succeed in this role, you will need:
- A four-year degree in engineering or 4+ years of experience in consumer products.
- A foundation in consumer product manufacturing, quality, and technical/engineering aspects.
- At least 4 years of experience in the consumer product industry (compliance/manufacturing, Quality management, material substance, and product).
- Knowledge of quality tools such as RCA/Fishbone/Lean/Six Sigma/Industrial Engineering.
- Experience in line setup and successful relational skills with strong interpersonal abilities.
- A cooperative focus and ability to work effectively across functional areas and collaboration.
- Proficiency in English and local language.
- Programming knowledge, data analysis, and statistical skills, including Microsoft Windows and Office applications.
- Availability to travel 80% of the time.
Preferred Qualifications
To stand out in this role, you will benefit from:
- Lean Six Sigma certification.
- ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification.
- Certified Quality Engineer experience.
- Experience with production quality oversight.
- Experience in retail buying activities or support (Sourcing, procurement, QA, development, etc.).
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits
As a Senior Production Engineer at Target Corporation, you will have access to a range of career growth opportunities and learning benefits, including:
- Professional development programs to enhance your skills and expertise.
- Cross-functional training to broaden your understanding of the business.
- Mentorship opportunities to guide your career growth.
- A culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Work Environment and Company Culture
Target Corporation is committed to creating a work environment that is inclusive, diverse, and supportive. As a remote colleague, you will be part of a flexible and dynamic team that values work-life balance and collaboration. You will have access to a range of benefits, including:
- A competitive salary ($26-$35/hour).
- A flexible work arrangement that allows you to work from home or another remote location.
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
- A culture that prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Compensation, Perks, and Benefits
Target Corporation offers a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary, benefits, and perks. While the exact details of the compensation package are not specified, you can expect a rewarding and comprehensive benefits program that supports your overall well-being.
Join the Target Team!
If you are a motivated and experienced Senior Production Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a Fortune 50 organization, Target Corporation offers a dynamic and supportive work environment that is committed to innovation, customer satisfaction, and community engagement. Don't hesitate – apply today and let's build the future together!
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