Division Quality Assurance Manager - MVE

State-of-Missour; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

15 days annual leave

10 hours monthly sick leave

Uniforms provided

Pre/service and in-service training

Direct deposit

Credit union access

Job summary

The Missouri Department of Corrections seeks a Quality Assurance Manager to lead the Quality Assurance Team, establishing standards and prioritizing issues to ensure program, product, and service quality. You will collaborate with all divisions to address concerns and implement corrective actions.

Responsibilities include developing strategies for efficiency and profitability, overseeing audits, and guiding staff in best practices, with the goal of delivering high standards within a correctional

Qualifications

• One or more years in a supervisory role.
• Practical experience in quality control for manufacturing.
• Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality standards.
• Oversee auditing and evaluation processes.
• Identify, prioritize, and resolve quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and policies.
• Report quality information to stakeholders and leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement across programs and services.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Quality control

Lean Six Sigma

Process improvement

Strong communication

Independent & team player

Education

Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certificate

Tools

Quality management systems (ISO/TQM)

Job description

A position in the Missouri Department of Corrections is more than a job. It's a calling. Corrections employees transform lives, equipping Missourians in the criminal justice system with the skills they need to contribute to their communities, inside and outside our walls. More than 95 percent of people who enter the prison system ultimately are released. We want to make sure they're good neighbors.

We offer great benefits!

• Missouri State Employee Retirement System
• Deferred compensation plan
• Health insurance (medical, vision, dental for employees and family)
• Paid life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Cafeteria plan
• Paid holidays
• 10 hours annual leave per month
• 10 hours sick leave per month
• Uniforms provided when required
• Pre-service and in-service training
• Access to credit union
• Direct deposit of paycheck (required)
• Employee health, wellness and safety initiatives
• MOST 529 College Savings Program

The Missouri Department of Corrections is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

The Quality Assurance Manager directs and guides the Quality Assurance Team in their role by establishing what those quality standards should be. The manager also identifies and prioritizes what quality issues need to be addressed and the measures that need to be tracked. This role is to ensure that MVE's training program, products and services are delivered to the highest standards. Below is a list of duties and responsibilities currently assigned.

• Developing and Implementing Quality Standards.
• Oversee the auditing/evaluating processes and methods.
• Identifying, prioritizing, and resolving quality issues.
• Ensuring the MVE program, products and services meet all relevant regulatory requirements, industry standards and Department of Corrections policies.
• Reporting and communicating relevant quality information for all stakeholders and leadership.
• Ensure collaboration with all divisions of MVE to address quality concerns and implement corrective actions.
• Directing investigation and resolution of customer complaints related to product or service quality.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance MVE programming, product and service quality.
• Oversee the collection of quality data and reporting to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Developing strategies to improve efficiency and profitability.
• Promoting a culture of continuous improvement within MVE.
• Collaborate with Training/Re-entry Coordinator to develop and train MVE staff in best production and quality practices.

Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

One or more years of experience in a supervisory role. Practical experience in quality control related to a manufacturing setting. Green or Black Belt Certification in Lean Six Sigma is preferred but not required.

• Knowledge of quality management systems such as Lean Six Sigman, ISO or TQM.
• Experience in conducting quality audits and inspections.
• The ability to facilitate process improvements and project manage.
• Familiarity with OSAH, manufacturing guidelines, and regulations.
• An understanding of the Department of Corrections structure, strategic plan, and mission.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member with staff at all levels.
• Ability to work with constituents, employers, and community stakeholders.

All requested documents MUST be received by the closing date listed.

Contingent upon your position, you may also be eligible to receive:

• A $2.00 per hour shift differential if you are assigned to a shift that begins on or between 12:00pm (noon) and 5:00am and are employed at a 24/7 congregate care facility (i.e. institution, transition center, supervision center, or command center).
• A $0.75 per hour medium security or $1.50 maximum security differential if you work full-time at a qualifying facility.
• A $1.00 per hour restrictive housing differential if you are assigned a regular post within a restrict housing/segregation unit at any facility.

The Department of Corrections currently offers a guaranteed 1% pay increase for every two years of continuous service up to 20 years!

If you are transferring from another State of Missouri agency and are receiving state retention pay, please be advised that the Missouri Department of Corrections administers retention based upon your retention anniversary date. As a result, your retention pay upon transfer may differ from what you were receiving at your previous agency until you reach your applicable retention anniversary date.

The Missouri Department of Corrections is proud to have a tradition of promotion from within for employees looking for and seeking distinctive career paths. As you work for the department, we invite you to consider your goals and make choices to actively head toward them. We seek to recognize employees who serve with distinction.

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