Mercury Marine - Quality Engineer, Assembly
Brunswick · Fond du Lac, WI
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Quality
- Base pay
- $61k–$99k
- Degree
- Required
- Certification
- Green Belt preferred
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level quality role at Brunswick (industrial) in Fond du Lac, WI. A $2.6 billion division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Mercury designs, manufactures and distributes engines, services and parts for recreational, commercial and government marine applications, empowering boaters with products that are easy to use.
- They ask for
- degree required · Green Belt preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Green Belt, Root cause, FMEA, Control plans
- Base pay
- $61k–$99k
- Day to day
- relocation help
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About the role
Travel Required: No
Direct Reports: No
Pay Range : $61,400 - $98,600 annually
Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Relocation: Yes, relocation assistance may be provided
Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:
Essential Functions
- ◆Partner with manufacturing teams to reduce process and product variation through structured problem solving and corrective action.
- ◆Lead root cause investigations and corrective action activities for quality concerns.
- ◆Support nonconforming material processes, containment activities, and quality spill resolution.
- ◆Conduct product and process audits to ensure compliance with quality standards and procedures.
- ◆Analyze quality data and identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
- ◆Review engineering drawings, specifications, and critical product characteristics to support manufacturing quality.
- ◆Utilize inspection equipment including calipers, micrometers, and other measurement devices to verify product conformance.
- ◆Develop and maintain quality documentation including PFMEAs, Control Plans, deviations, and work instructions.
- ◆Create and implement quality alerts, visual controls, and error-proofing solutions.
- ◆Collaborate with engineering, operations, and production teams to improve manufacturing processes and product quality.
- ◆Support training and coaching of manufacturing personnel on quality standards and best practices.
- ◆Promote and maintain a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Required Qualifications
- ✓Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Science, or related field; equivalent manufacturing experience may be considered.
- ✓Minimum three years of quality, manufacturing, or engineering experience in a production environment.
- ✓Experience leading root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
- ✓Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- ✓Working knowledge of manufacturing processes, inspection methods, and quality systems.
- ✓Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- ✓Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work across all levels of the organization.
- ✓Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓Experience in high-volume assembly manufacturing.
- ✓ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Quality Technician (CQT), or similar certification.
- ✓Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
- ✓Experience with PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, process capability studies, and validation activities.
- ✓Knowledge of GD&T and dimensional inspection techniques.
- ✓Experience with Power BI, Power Apps, or similar data analysis tools.
- ✓Familiarity with manufacturing execution systems such as PINpoint or ProPlanner.
- ✓Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
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This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), well-being program, product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here
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Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.
Location: Fond du Lac, WI
Workplace Category: Onsite
Position Overview
The Quality Engineer supports Outboard Assembly operations with an emphasis on V6, V8, and V10 product platforms. This role partners with manufacturing, engineering, and operations teams to improve product quality, reduce process variation, and drive corrective actions that support production and customer requirements.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver who enjoys working in a manufacturing environment, leading root cause investigations, utilizing data to drive improvements, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across assembly operations.
Working Conditions
This is an onsite role in Fond du Lac, WI.
The anticipated pay range for this position is $61,400 - $98,600 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job- related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s
Why Brunswick
Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!
About Mercury Marine
Mercury Marine is a world leading manufacturer of marine propulsion systems. A $2.6 billion division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Mercury designs, manufactures and distributes engines, services and parts for recreational, commercial and government marine applications, empowering boaters with products that are easy to use, extremely reliable and backed by the most dedicated customer support in the world with 10,000 service points glo