Codes and Compliance Lead

Grand Design Rv, Llc; Middlebury (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life

HSA

401(k) with match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Holiday and Vacation Pay

Job summary

Grand Design RV is seeking a Codes and Compliance Lead to ensure product quality through inspection, testing, and rigorous regulatory reporting. The role emphasizes adherence to FMVSS/CMVSS, DOT, NFPA, and NEC standards while coordinating with Plant Managers, Product Managers, and Codes & Compliance teams.

The position requires a BS in Engineering or Technology (or equivalent), 5+ years in leadership, and strong analytical, communication, and MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Leadership/Management experience required; minimum 5+ years.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills (8D, A3, 5Ys, etc.) preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) required.
• RV industry or commercial vehicle knowledge or background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitors performance of quality control systems to ensure effectiveness and efficiency.
• Review and update standard operating procedures or quality assurance manuals.
• Direct product testing activities throughout production cycles, including but not limited to; electric, water, and gas testing.
• Regularly participate in product audits and product development meetings.
• Work closely and collaborate with Plant Managers, Product Managers, Codes & Compliance, and Offline PDI teams to ensure objectives are effective and met.
• Refine and execute effective quality performance reporting tools.
• Ensure full compliance with all FMVSS/CMVSS, DOT, NFPA, and NEC build requirements.
• Produce reports regarding nonconformance of products or processes, daily production quality, root cause analyses, or quality trends.

Skills

Leadership/Management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

BS Degree in Engineering or Technology

Job description

Grand Design RV is currently sourcing a Codes and Compliance Lead to join our team. As a Grand Design team member in this role, you will be responsible for ensuring Grand Design's product quality through inspection, testing, code/compliance, and reporting with a strong emphasis on regulatory compliance, procedures, and documentation.

Founded in 2012, Grand Design has become one of the fastest-growing RV brands in history and is consistently rated among the highest quality RV manufacturers in North America. Case in point? August 2023 was cause for celebration after Grand Design produced its 250,000th recreational vehicle. "Reaching this mark is not just a testament to the hard work and vision of our incredible team, but it is also a reflection of the trust and loyalty our customers have placed in us," (Don Clark, President and CEO).

"We strive for nothing less than customers for life." As our journey continues, Grand Design remains focused on its mission: to lead the industry in quality and innovation, while fostering a family-like connection among our team members, customers, and dealers.

That's our story and our journey. What's yours?

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Monitors performance of quality control systems to ensure effectiveness and efficiency.
• Review and update standard operating procedures or quality assurance manuals.
• Direct product testing activities throughout production cycles, including but not limited to; electric, water, and gas testing.
• Regularly participate in product audits and product development meetings.
• Work closely and collaborate with the Plant Managers, Product Managers, Codes & Compliance, and Offline PDI teams to ensure objectives are effective and met.
• Refine and execute effective quality performance reporting tools.
• Ensure full compliance with all FMVSS/CMVSS, DOT, NFPA, and NEC build requirements.
• Produce reports regarding nonconformance of products or processes, daily production quality, root cause analyses, or quality trends.

Education & Experience

• BS Degree in Engineering or Technology is a plus
• Five or more years of work-related experience preferred
• Leadership/Management experience required, minimum of 5+ years
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills (8D, A3, 5Ys, etc.) preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) required
• RV industry or commercial vehicle knowledge or background preferred

Physical Demands

• Will be out on the Production floor 60-70% of the time
• May need to lift, push, pull between 30-60 lbs.
• Some travel may be required, 5-10% of the time
• Able to work early and flexible hours

Our Core Values

• Gratitude - Safely serving team members and our communities through humility and empathy to make our company, communities, and world a better place.
• Respect - Acting with integrity and transparency because believing in each other is the building block for all other relationships.
• Accountability - Holding each other to the highest expectations in all we say and do.
• iNnovation - Striving to be industry-leading with our people, processes, and products.
• Drive - Determined to exceed the expectations of our team members, vendors, dealers, and retail customers.

At Grand Design, we believe ALL people are leaders and hold each other accountable to high expectations.

Leadership Expectations:

• Connect with Purpose
  • Be inclusive; seek out different perspectives.
  • Focus on the Customer; put yourself in the customer's shoes.
  • Communicate Clearly; say what needs to be said and listen.
• Execute with Excellence
  • Explore Possibilities; ask, "What if?" and embrace new ideas.
  • Set Direction; prioritize, plan, and align; balance thinking and action.
  • Drive Results; get the right things done; work with a sense of urgency.
• Build the Future
  • Transform the Road Ahead; anticipate opportunities; seek new opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Navigate Change; be agile and flexible; take on new challenges.
  • Inspire Growth; help each other improve; commit to personal development.

If you are the right candidate for this position, as a Grand Design Team Member you will be eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life Insurance, Accidental Injury, Critical Illness, Short & Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Holiday and Vacation Pay

Grand Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer.