Plant Quality Manager

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Corporation in Nebraska is seeking a Quality Leader to manage quality systems and drive continuous improvement at the plant level. The role focuses on ISO 9001 implementation, problem solving, prevention, and quality‑at‑the‑source to meet division objectives.

Requirements include a B.S. in engineering and 3–5 years in quality or related fields, with knowledge of QS‑9000 (auto), Lean, Six Sigma, SPC and FMEA. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in an engineering or related discipline.
• 3–5 years' quality, engineering or related experience.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 QS‑9000 applicable for automotive sector.
• ASQ CQE/CSSBB/CQMgr certification preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and quality practices.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, and FMEA.
• Demonstrated leadership, project management, facilitation and problem‑solving skills.
• Must demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Communicates customer, regulatory and organizational requirements to assure product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Oversees documentation and implementation of the quality management system to assure compliance with requirements.
• Works with leadership to ensure training and performance in quality functions.
• Coordinates plant personnel for internal, customer and third‑party quality system audits.
• Maintains a corrective action system to analyze and correct nonconforming conditions and complaints.
• Implements performance measurements to evaluate organizational performance and trends in quality and cost of quality.
• Assesses supplier capabilities and monitors supplier quality.

Skills

Quality management

ISO 9001

Lean

Six Sigma

SPC

FMEA

Leadership

Communication

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

Lean

Job description

Position Summary

Provide leadership and management for the quality function and sustain the quality philosophy and lean culture for the division at the plant level. Establish, maintain and optimize an effective quality management system. Implement the division's quality plan at the plant level to achieve the division's overall quality objectives. Enhance and improve the Division's products and services through the implementation of ISO 9001, problem‑solving tools, prevention methods, quality‑at‑the‑source and continual improvement techniques.

Responsibilities

• Communicates customer, regulatory and organizational requirements to assure product quality, contract compliance and customer satisfaction.
• Oversees the effective documentation and implementation of the quality management system to assure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements and the standards set by corporate/division policies.
• Works with the leadership team to ensure that individuals performing functions affecting quality are trained and demonstrate the appropriate skills and performance results.
• Coordinates necessary plant personnel for internal, customer and third‑party quality system audits.
• Maintains a corrective action system to analyze and correct nonconforming conditions and complaints.
• Implements the performance measurements necessary to effectively evaluate organizational performance and trends in product quality, services, customer satisfaction and the cost of poor quality. Uses the results of performance evaluation to target improvement efforts.
• Assesses supplier capabilities and monitors supplier quality to ensure desired levels of performance.

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in an Engineering or related discipline.
• 3–5 years of Quality, Engineering or related experience.
• Knowledge of International Standard ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems (QS‑9000 as applicable for automotive sector).
• Certification by the American Society for Quality (ASQ) as a Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB), or Certified Quality Manager (CQMgr) is preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and quality practices.
• Experience with quality improvement tools and techniques (i.e., Lean, Six Sigma, Statistical Process Control, and Failure Mode & Effects Analysis).
• Demonstrated leadership, project management, facilitation and problem‑solving skills.
• Must demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined‑contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Additional benefits including paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability programs, adoption assistance, Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and 13 Company‑Paid Holidays.
• Participation in Annual Incentive Plan.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job–related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. (Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor)

Drug Tests

In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug‑free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.