Job Information
Wabtec Corporation Manager, Quality and Continuous Improvement in Wytheville, Virginia
Job Description
Summary: Develop, implement, and manage quality systems and continuous improvement activities to ensure compliance of customer specifications and established standards and to promote a Kaizen culture and quality performance throughout the organization.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Serve as the acting Continuous Improvement leader and “Management Representative” for Quality Systems
Responsible to maintain and develop the Lean Journey and Quality Management System including areas such as the Internal Audit System, Document Control System, Control Plan Management, Gage Calibration System, QA Lab, etc.
Lead continuous process improvements and special project teams as assigned, Lead GEMBA Walks, Lead the daily Kata, Kaizens, lean activities or corporate initiatives as well as train the team on A3’s and 9 steps processes
Update the GOMB board and lead training on key measurables
Formulate and manage the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and systems pertaining to the Quality Management System.
Ensure a high level of internal and external customer service. Participate in the investigation of customer issues and complaints relating to quality. Verification and approval of Corrective Actions.
Represent plant management on quality issues and work with suppliers, customers, and manufacturing teams to resolve issues.
Work with purchasing and technical group to establish quality requirements for external suppliers
Coordinate third party, internal, customer and supplier audits,
Ensure compliance with national and internal standards (NSF, , UL, ISO, AAR, IATF etc.)
Create quality procedures, work instructions and forms to support the quality management system
Conduct statistical analysis (SPC) of performance data to determine sources of variability, compare populations of data, determine differences in materials and ascertain process capabilities
Direct internal and external calibration activities, conduct MSA on critical measurement processes
Support Engineering and Technical groups through material testing in lab
Design and maintain database to support Quality Management System
Establish sample plans for first piece, in-process and final inspection
Assure all customer requirements are met by the facility
Other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Managing staff of up to 6 employees.
Monitoring and reviewing the work of staff members, including conducting annual performance reviews.
Ensuring staff compliance with Company policy, quality processes, work standards, etc.
Participate in hiring and recruitment efforts, including interviews for employees in Quality department.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Technical Discipline with 2 to 4 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Six Sigma (Black Belt or Green Belt) preferred
ASQ Certifications such as CQA, CQE, CSSBB, CSSGG, CQM preferred
Experience in rubber molding or compound operation preferred
5 years of Quality Assurance experience in a leadership role preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to effectively use the AIAG Core Tools (SPC, PPAP, MSA, FMEA, APQP and Control Plans)
Ability to multi-task and prioritize
Demonstrated capability to perform root cause analysis and analyze problems skillfully
Proven interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills and abilities including strong verbal and written communication
Demonstrated effective group facilitation, conflict management and training abilities
Demonstrated commitment to safety
Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions, bases decisions on fact rather than emotion and uses logic to reach solutions
Maintains high standards despite pressing deadlines; does work right the first time, corrects own errors, and regularly produces accurate, thorough, and professional work
Proficient in SPC software such as Mini-Tab or QI Macros,
Demonstrated ability of complex gauging techniques
Ability to organize the Quality Lab to meet and/or exceed the requirements of ISO1702
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the company
Quality orientation and high attention to detail
Problem analysis and problem resolution skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Basic computer and keyboarding skills
Develop relationships, manage expectations, and communicate on a formal and informal basis with senior executive and managers
Working knowledge of basic statistics (implementation of SPC programs), quality auditing skills
Physical Demands:
Employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
Employee is regularly required to stand for 8 hours at a time, with minimal breaks.
Employee is regularly required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move 50 pounds.
Employee is regularly required to walk for 8 hours a day.
Employee is regularly required to see and observe small handwriting, labels, and components.
Employee is required to be on site to supervise employees, etc.
Requires daily face-to-face interaction with employees on production line.
Work Environment: The employee will normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electronic office equipment. During visits to areas of operations, may be exposed to extreme cold or hot weather conditions. Is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise.
Additional Information
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $91100-129800 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.
What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.
If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
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Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.
Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.
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