SSW Advanced Technologies, LLC has an exciting opportunity for a Quality professional located at our subsidiary SSW Premier, LLC in Henderson, TN.
This position reports directly to the General Manager.
SSW Advanced Technologies, LLC is a growing multinational supplier to the global appliance OEMs.
With more than 75 years of expertise and innovation, we design and sell components and systems to the residential appliance industry (refrigeration, cooking, laundry), commercial refrigeration, HVAC, retail display and home/office organizational markets, More information is available on our website, www.
sswtechnologies.
com
Your daily responsibilities as Quality Manager will include:
* Leading the development, establishment and updating of SSW's Quality Assurance Policy and implementation of the SSW Production System in close coordination with Engineering, Production and Purchasing to assure total compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
* Manage, motivate, train, and periodically review the performance of all Premier's Quality Department employees.
* Work closely with Engineering, Production and Purchasing to provide guidance and assure that full consideration for Quality has been given relative to design, manufacturing processes, purchased items and vendor selection.
* Develop, establish, implement, and update inspection procedures, test procedures, control plans, audits for raw materials, in-process operations systems, finished goods, shipping audits, internal self audits, equipment, and fixture qualification/calibration, and vendor audits/certification.
* Utilize statistical techniques to analyze internal manufacturing processes and vendor systems for the purpose of defect prevention, process stabilization, determination of process/machine capability, variability reduction, and early corrective action.
* Coordinate supplier Quality audits and certifications in close cooperation with Purchasing and Engineering.
* Propose and budget for all Quality Assurance equipment and department expenses.
* Publish periodic Quality reports detailing the results of all internal inspections, process studies, customer complaints, process problems, supplier problems or special events as they relate to Quality.
* Create, coordinate and communicate Quality training to all staff
* Develop, introduce and implement systems and process procedures that eliminate scrap and non-conformance in conjunction with other departments.
* Lead the problem-solving process for system deficiencies, defective material and incapable equipment
* Block incoming materials as well as internal products that do not meet Quality requirements from further processing, shipment, or assembly until the products fulfill Quality requirements and are put into satisfactory condition.
* Manage and monitor all customer returns and vendor rejects
* Lead TQM implementation, Supplier Corrective Actions, APQP-PPAP and Continuous Improvement Programs
Qualifications and Skills
The selected candidate will have the following background:
* Bachelor's Degree in Business or an Engineering field
* Minimum 5 years in Quality Assurance or Quality Control profession preferably in related manufacturing
* Demonstrated competence in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methods, Statistical Process Control, Total Quality Management
* Must be team oriented, possess excellent interpersonal skills and be able to function as a change agent
* Must present self as role model to demonstrate high standards of performance, personal integrity, leadership and vision
* Ability to cope with stress and handle multiple tasks smoothly with a high accountability level
The selected candidate will have the following technical skills:
* Powder Coating experience
* Resistance welding experience
* Must have ISO experience.
Preferably knowledge and understanding of the revised Quality Management Systems
Benefits
* Medical Insurance
* Dental Insurance
* Vision Insurance
* FSA Account(s)
* STD & LTD
* Paid Holiday
* Paid Vacation Time
* 401k Retirement Account with Match
When Applying:
* Include your salary range you are professionally targeting.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Referral program
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
Application Question(s):
* What is your targeted salary for this position?
* Are you authorized to work in the United States?
Experience:
* ISO 9001: 1 year (Preferred)
* Powder Coating: 1 year (Preferred)
* Welding: 1 year (Preferred)
* Statistical analysis: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
* Henderson, TN 38340 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person