Manager Quality

Job description

We are Allmand, a Generac Company. For more than 85 years, we've worked alongside our customers to provide the most reliable and rugged light, heat, power and air products to the rental, construction, special event, mining and oil and gas markets - so our customers can keep your promise of a job well done. With your success in mind, Allmand jobsite equipment is renowned for providing the lowest cost of ownership - delivering superior serviceability, ease of use, durable construction and industry-leading resale value. The Quality Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing facility wide quality assurance programs designed to ensure continuous improvement in production and conformance to all established standards in a high product mix environment. This role drives capable, predictable, and repeatable (CPR) processes throughout the product assembly process. The Quality Manager is responsible for coordinating and leading assigned resources and employees to meet or exceed company quality and business objectives. Responsibilities: Lead a multi-year quality transformation, advancing the facility from Quality Control to Quality Assurance to operational excellence Set and uphold quality standards to meet customer, regulatory, and Generac Quality Management System requirements Own plant quality outcomes, including customer experience metrics, cost of quality reduction, compliance, and continuous improvement Partner cross-functionally with plant, corporate quality, and suppliers to resolve issues and improve product and process quality Establish quality goals, metrics, inspection/test methods, and standard tools; drive root-cause analysis and corrective actions Report quality performance to senior leadership and customers while coaching teams and managing resources to achieve objectives Minimal Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Operations Management or Industrial Technology; 5 years of progressive Engineering experience with a focus on quality management; 2 years of experience leading, mentoring and coaching individuals and teams. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree preferred; Quality Manager/Engineer certification and/or Six Sigma expertise Strong ERP/MRP experience (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent) and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Expert in Lean principles, continuous improvement methodologies, and cost-reduction initiatives Deep knowledge of quality tools and processes (APQP, A3, 8D, 5 Whys, stage-gate product development) Proven business acumen across high-mix/low-volume and high-volume/low-mix manufacturing environments Experience working in global, matrixed organizations and collaborating across sites and functions Strong analytical skills, data-driven decision making, ability to manage competing priorities, and mentor quality teamsPlease see job profile. “We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.” We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us? As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac’s success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people’s lives and their own.