Quality Manager
Saint-Gobain
**What’s the Job?**
Under the direction of the Regional Quality Manager (West), this position is responsible for the leadership and direction of quality initiatives along with performance of products manufactured in the Roofing plant of Wilmington, CA. This position is responsible for the development and implementation of Quality Management Systems, ISO certification, as well as maintaining quality certifications to ensure quality in all products which results in a strong product reputation, reliable performance and thus, leading and/or growing market-share.
+ Manages quality management system and analytical services programs and functions.
+ Develop and implement policies and procedures to continually improve quality.
+ Creates and enforces quality management policies, practices, and procedures.
+ Manages and directs programs to ensure quality production from raw material sourcing through in-process and final inspection.
+ Selects, trains, directs, evaluates, and supports department personnel.
+ Manages departmental activities and capabilities to meet objectives within guidelines.
+ Project Management with emphasis on Quality related projects having direct/indirect impact on customer
+ Manage and maintain the organization’s quality inspection and product release programs for incoming and in-process materials and finished goods.
+ Facilitate activities and strategies related to change management to deliver necessary business results.
+ Partner with leadership team members in executing initiatives and projects to achieve strategic business plan and meet all objectives of the pillars.
+ Coordinates projects with other departments.
+ Primary customer contact for resolving quality related issues.
+ Recommends and implements methods to improve the quality of products and/or services.
+ Leads the hourly/salaried Quality Management team
+ Perform other related duties as may be reasonably assigned in the course of business.
**What do you bring?**
+ Bachelor’s degree in business, quality control, engineering or a related technical field
+ Experience in quality control &/or engineering, production management or project management or related environment
+ Prior supervisory experience desired.
+ Member of/Certified in: ASQ disciplines, knowledge in ISO 9001 methodology, familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, TPM, 5S & Six Sigma a plus
+ Analytical skills – including Excel, Access, Mini-tab and Data Management software
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills
+ Good leader – able to bring out the best in others by utilizing professional interactions with internal groups and customers.
+ Very good conflict resolution skills, ability to diffuse volatile situations
+ Ability to recognize quality expected and be able to reproduce it.
+ Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
+ Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of changing situations.
+ Must be able to effectively use Microsoft Office including Excel/Word/PowerPoint
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
**What are our perks?**
We provide unique options to fit your unique lives! Our Total Rewards Program is customizable to accommodate your needs. Our menu of flexible options includes, but is not limited to:
+ Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental
+ Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off and Employee Assistance Program
+ Financial Security: Competitive 401(k), Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)
+ Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career
+ Pet Insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends
+ Employee Recognition Programs
+ PerkSpot: Our exclusive one-stop online discount marketplace
+ LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle
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