About this role
There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.
John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans.
Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa - Waterloo
Function: Factory Engineering (CA)
Title: Quality Engineer - 117794
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position
This position is eligible for a flexible work schedule arrangement at the present time. The arrangement may be delayed for training or other job acclimation purposes and remains subject to change.
Your Responsibilities
As a Quality Engineer for JD Waterloo Works (Tractor Operations) located in Waterloo, IA, you will:
• Identify quality improvement opportunities and lead continuous improvement projects aligned to 8R departmental goals
• Manage and maintain production quality control plans, including inspector work content, managing AVI cameras, and MES control plan steps
• Support and lead cross functional teams to resolve quality issues and drive systemic improvements
• Assist with investigation and resolution of warranty, DTAC, and customer field issues
• Foster a positive, engaged work environment through communication, involvement, and strong follow through
VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position
What Skills You Need
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, including PFMEA understanding, root cause analysis, and risk mitigation capability
• Ability to interpret and improve inspection/quality control plans and manufacturing processes
• Effective communication skills to work with Operators, NWGs, ME, Production Supervisors, and leadership
• Strong personal accountability, follow through, and ability to foster a positive, engaged team environment
What Makes You Standout
• Experience leading cross functional teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives
• Ability to train and coach operators on quality expectations, methods, and process changes
• Technical competency with statistical tools (e.g., Minitab) and vision/monitoring systems (Keyence, Cognex)
Education
Ideally, you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology, or similar discipline
What You'll Get
At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:
- Flexible work arrangements
- Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
- Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
- Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
- Adoption assistance
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Tuition assistance
- Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
- Charitable contribution match
- Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
$66,372.00 - $99,552.00 + Benefits
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Must be 18 years of age or older to apply
The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.
The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.
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About John Deere
It doesn’t matter if you’ve never driven a tractor, mowed a lawn, or operated a dozer. With John Deere’s role in helping produce food, fiber, fuel, and infrastructure, we work for every single person on the planet.
It all started nearly 200 years ago with a steel plow. Today, John Deere drives innovation in agriculture, construction, forestry, turf, power systems, and more.
What you'll do
- As a Quality Engineer, you will identify quality improvement opportunities and lead continuous improvement projects. You will also manage production quality control plans and support cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues.
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