Quality Engineer

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.

Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today! If you are a hands‑on Quality Assurance professional looking for an opportunity to grow.

Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you!

Based in our Natchitoches location, you will be responsible for leading and coordinating Quality‑related initiatives to strengthen every aspect of assembly Quality within the Alliance compressors facility. You will apply lean and Six Sigma tools and work closely with continuous improvement teams to reduce waste, reduce variation, and optimize processes related to Quality Performance. You will also support ISO
9001:2015 based Quality Management system and will manage projects to improve it. You will investigate, analyze, and take action for internal Quality issues, warranty and customer returns using a structured problem‑solving approach. You will have close interaction with other Copeland functions, especially with Operations, Engineering and Supply chain.

• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for internal quality issues.
• Participate in Tier 3 and Tier 4 Lean daily management meetings.
• Develop and maintain product and process verification methods.
• Conduct quality audits and train personnel on audit procedures.
• Coach auditors on quality standards
• Monitor key quality metrics such as:
  Internal PPM Scrap performance
• Support customer complaints through containment, investigation, and corrective actions.
• Participate in product teardown and failure analysis activities.
• Develop and maintain:
  Control Plans PFMEAs
• Identify trends and patterns in quality data.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Apply statistical and quality tools to predict and prevent issues.
• Work with CMM equipment, GD&T requirements, and engineering standards.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and housekeeping requirements.

Bachelor's degree in:
Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Engineering, Engineering Technology or a related field Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills Experience with PFMEA, Control Plans, and auditing Knowledge of statistical analysis and quality tools Root cause analysis expertise (5-Why, Fishbone, A3, DMAIC, etc) Ability to travel up to 10% Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt ISO 9001 knowledge Competencies Data-driven decision making Leadership and coaching abilities Strong communication and teamwork skills

Our facility is located in Natchitoches, LA, known as the “City of Lights.” Natchitoches is a charming, historic, southern town that is home to Northwestern State University, the movie “Steel Magnolias,” and the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame. We are conveniently located within driving distance between two larger cities, Shreveport and Alexandria. The area’s generally…