Plant Quality Leader & Continuous Improvement Champion

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation

Blair (NE)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 125,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Job summary

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation is seeking a Quality leader to manage and drive all quality activities for Astec design and manufactured equipment, ensuring compliance with standards and preserving product integrity. You will consult with management and plant staff to resolve quality and efficiency issues, acting as the focal point for critical quality concerns.

The role involves leading root cause analyses, improving the Quality Management System, and guiding teams through corrective actions,

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Quality, Engineering, or Operations is required.
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in quality, engineering, manufacturing, or operational excellence, with leadership experience.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the site's quality program and ensure compliance with quality standards and documentation requirements.
  • Review customer complaints, warranty issues, and field quality concerns to ensure containment and corrective actions.
  • Document, track, and report key manufacturing objectives for the site.
  • Drive root cause analysis and CAPA activities to eliminate recurring issues.
  • Develop and coach personnel to foster ownership and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership
Communication
Analytical skills
Data analytics
Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quality/Engineering/Operations
Master's or certs in CQE/CQM/OE or Six Sigma

Tools

Data analytics tools
BI dashboards

Job description

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation is seeking a Quality leader to manage and drive all quality activities for Astec design and manufactured equipment, ensuring compliance with standards and preserving product integrity. You will consult with management and plant staff to resolve quality and efficiency issues, acting as the focal point for critical quality concerns.

The role involves leading root cause analyses, improving the Quality Management System, and guiding teams through corrective actions,

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