Plant Quality Manager - Doors

JELD-WEN is currently seeking a Plant Quality Manager - Doors to join our growing team.

 

Overview

The Quality Manager will work with production investigating, analyzing, and correcting issues. The individual in this role will ensure the Quality Management System is being followed, will be data-driven, process-focused, and passionate about driving continuous product improvement. This role works cross-functionally with diverse teams within a manufacturing plant to deliver exceptional products that meet customer needs.

 

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the quality management system.
• Review and report daily warranty metrics.
• Develop and manage plant-level quality metrics to drive improvements.
• Review our manufacturing specifications to identify critical quality specifications needed for production.
• Conduct tests and assessments on products to identify quality issues.
• Maintain detailed reports on site quality, including defect rates and areas that result in flaws.
• Collaborate with diverse teams within a manufacturing organization, including engineering, product management, and operations, to ensure the successful delivery of products.
• Assist Production Lines with problem-solving projects.
• Manage our document control system.
• Maintain the supplier portal system.
• Train new team members on quality standards.
• Review incoming supplies and products from vendors to check for defects and ensure quality.
  • Interface with suppliers and other departments on product quality issues.
  • Coordinate nonconformances and initiate corrective and preventive actions.
  • Measure and test components.
• Conduct daily random quality audits.
• Travel up to 10% when needed.

 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Qualifications:

• Excellent statistical analysis and quality assurance skills.
• Strong understanding of product development and commercialization processes, including experience with stage-gate or similar methodologies.
• In-depth knowledge of the technical aspects of manufacturing and engineering.
• Good communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.