Job Abstract

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

The Team:

The Quality Engineering team is responsible to work with the product design and development groups to influence design and engineering decisions that uphold all consumer, regulatory, and brand expectations for quality, safety, and reliability. We also work directly with international quality and manufacturing teams to support pre-production debug and any post-production issues that may arise. This is a group that makes data-driven decisions and creates the appropriate rationale for our requirements.

The Opportunity: 

Mattel is currently seeking a Senior Quality Engineer in El Segundo, CA. This role will be a member of the corporate quality team that supports the Dolls Global Brand Teams and works directly with marketing, design, development, and other R&D support teams. The Quality Engineer will be involved in the product development process from concept through product launch as well as addressing field issues. This position reports to the Manager of Quality Engineering.

What Your Impact Will Be: 

• Participate in concept / design reviews and provide input on safety, quality, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction as related to new products
• Drive and support the creation and updating of design/engineering/manufacturing standards using consumer insights and sound engineering as rationale
• Interpret and communicate product regulatory requirements
• Assess risks related to safety and quality issues
• Author product specifications for the performance, safety, and quality of new products
• Manage product quality and safety issues across multiple products, and across international time zones
• Analyze defects and identify root cause of quality and safety issues. Make recommendations and assist manufacturing sources with corrective actions
• Research and support of new business categories and innovative products
• May provide technical training and/or have the ability to mentor to junior level engineers
• Lead and manage projects that have impact to organization & across departments
• Periodic travel to manufacturing sources and worldwide product development locations

What We’re Looking For:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with people at all levels. Demonstrated skills to collaborate within a multidisciplinary environment to present findings to enable business decisions.
• Knowledge and ability to interpret consumer product regulatory standards, with an emphasis on toys or and children’s products
• Knowledge of and experience with plastic molding processes, metal forming, electronic assembly, sewing, factory and consumer assembly
• Strong analytical skills. Must be able to determine solutions, make sound judgments and carry out actions in an effective manner.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple projects and prioritize work without missing critical deadlines. Acts independently, often, making decisions without management interaction.

Experience, Education & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience in a product development / product engineering environment, with an emphasis on consumer products
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of Quality Assurance or Quality Management Systems
• Knowledge and ability to apply and use Six Sigma or similar quality related tools
• Knowledge of digital modeling review and analysis tools to review and analyze product designs
• Knowledge of engineering tools such as DFMEA, PFMEA, Statistical Analysis, Risk Analysis, etc.
• Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning, embracing challenges, and improving themselves.

The annual base salary range for this position is between $92,000 and $116,000.
**This range is indicative of projected hiring range, however annual base salary will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

How We Work:

We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Who We Are:

Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in more than 195 countries in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies.

Mattel is recognized as a Great Place to Work™ and as one of Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2022.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers including minorities, females, veterans, military spouses, individuals with disabilities, and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

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