Quality Control Coordinator

Louisiana Cat; Dennison (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K Plan

Paid Holidays & Vacation

Life Insurance

Job summary

Louisiana Cat in New Iberia, LA, is seeking a Quality Control Coordinator to oversee and maintain our ISO 9001 QMS, monitor product workflow, and drive continual quality improvements. You will partner with production to ensure customer expectations are met and processes stay compliant.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Quality Management, Engineering, or Business Admin, 3+ years ISO 9001 experience, and strong skills in MS Word/Excel, calibration, and blueprint reading.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Quality Management, Engineering, or Business Administration preferred, or equivalent industry experience.
• Minimum of 3 yrs experience maintaining certified ISO 9001 QMS
• Minimum 2 yrs experience working in a production environment or similar
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel
• Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of calibration and ability to read blueprints
• Knowledge of fabrication and processes
• Strong communication, presentation and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Understand customer needs and requirements to develop effective quality control processes
• Devise and review specifications for products or processes
• Create and implement changes to improve current processes and reduce costs
• Oversee all product development procedures to identify deviations from quality standards
• Inspect final output and compare properties to requirements
• Monitor the product workflow and perform periodic Quality Control checks
• Inspect fabrication work and perform periodic checks to ensure conformity to project requirements
• Implement improvements to production processes that lead to overall increases in product quality
• Work in conjunction with production department and project managers to discuss solutions for quality issues
• Complying with ISO accreditation requirements
• Collaborate with management and production staff to achieve most efficient and accurate quality assessments
• Train staff in proper quality practices and basic quality assessment
• Assist Production Manager in administering quality control systems, analyzing production, quality control, maintenance, or other operational reports required to detect production problems
• Develop and implement QMS initiatives to achieve a continuous improvement environment
• Follow all safety rules and procedures; identify and report any safety issues
• Complete training requirements identified by Louisiana Cat to earn and maintain job specific training certifications as required

Skills

Quality management

ISO 9001

MS Word

MS Excel

Communication

Analytical skills

Blueprint reading

Calibration knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science in Quality Management / Engineering / Business Administration or equivalent

Job description

Description

POWER UP YOUR CAREER WITH LOUISIANA CAT

Louisiana Cat has been proud to represent Caterpillar® for 4 continuous generations in the state of Louisiana. We have been providing our customers with the highest quality Cat® equipment, service, and parts since 1933. We serve to build and power our community for a better future. We are always searching for high energy, ambitious candidates who are ready to join our team. You can build your future here!

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are searching for a Quality Control Coordinator to join our growing operation in New Iberia, LA. The role of the Quality Control Coordinator is to oversee and maintain an ISO 9002 certified quality management system (QMS,) implement continual quality improvement efforts throughout the organization, monitor product workflow, and the efficiency of the overall QMS program to ensure the utmost in customer satisfaction.

YOUR CONTRIBUTION

• Understand customer needs and requirements to develop effective quality control processes
• Devise and review specifications for products or processes
• Create and implement changes to improve current processes and reduce costs
• Oversee all product development procedures to identify deviations from quality standards
• Inspect final output and compare properties to requirements
• Monitor the product workflow and perform periodic Quality Control checks
• Inspect fabrication work and perform periodic checks to ensure conformity to project requirements
• Implement improvements to production processes that lead to overall increases in product quality
• Work in conjunction with production department and project managers to discuss solutions for quality issues
• Complying with ISO accreditation requirements
• Collaborate with management and production staff to achieve most efficient and accurate quality assessments
• Train staff in proper quality practices and basic quality assessment
• Assist Production Manager in administering quality control systems, analyzing production, quality control, maintenance, or other operational reports required to detect production problems
• Develop and implement QMS initiatives to achieve a continuous improvement environment
• Follow all safety rules and procedures; identify and report any safety issues
• Complete training requirements identified by Louisiana Cat to earn and maintain job specific training certifications as required

MOST IMPORTANT QUALIFICATIONS

• REQUIRED: Bachelor of Science Degree in Quality Management, Engineering, or Business Administration preferred, or equivalent industry experience
• REQUIRED: Minimum of 3 yrs experience maintaining certified ISO 9001 QMS
• REQUIRED: Minimum 2 yrs experience working in a production environment or similar experience
• REQUIRED: Proficient in MS Word and Excel
• HIGHLY PREFERRED: Excellent communication skills
• HIGHLY PREFERRED: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skill
• HIGHLY PREFERRED: Strong knowledge of calibration and ability to read blueprints
• HIGHLY PREFERRED: Knowledge of fabrication and processes
• HIGHLY PREFERRED: Strong communication, presentation and organizational skills

LOUISIANA CAT BENEFITS

• Health, Dental, Vision, $50,000 Company Funded Life Policy (if enrolled in Health)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer, Supplemental Life and additional voluntary policies
• 401K Plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays & Vacation
• Technician Tool Loan Program up to $2,000
• Safety Boot / Safety Prescription Glasses Allowances
• Employee Discounts
• Credit Union
• Technician Career Development Program - Shop & Field Service Training

SAFETY IN ALL WE DO

• We require strict compliance with PPE (personal protective equipment) safety regulations.
• We maintain compliance with all Federal, State and Local safety and company regulations.
• All employees must follow all Company Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) procedures.
• Louisiana Cat is a drug-free workplace, including marijuana and THC products.

WHY PEOPLE JOIN LOUISIANA CAT

• We are dedicated to fostering a safe and meaningful work environment that empowers our employees and customers.
• We are known for creating lasting partnerships, guided by our strong company values, customer experience culture and safety standards.
• We are committed to the long-term growth and success of both our employees and customers.
• We have energy, focus and passion delivering results because what we do impacts our customers each and every day.
• We work across Construction, Electrical Power, Industrial, Marine Engines and Oil & Gas industries.
• We invest in training and development programs for our employees to build their toolkit and career paths here at Louisiana Cat.
• We offer competitive pay and benefits, paid holidays and vacation, employee incentive programs and 401(k) company match programs.

WHO WE ARE

We are a growing organization focused on creating a positive impact on our employees, customers and communities in which we operate. We seek out employees who are inspired by our values, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to become a part of a dynamic company backed by 90+ years of success. We have 23 locations across Louisiana and the Gulf South with Corporate HQ located in Reserve, LA and Power Systems HQ located in New Iberia, LA.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co, LLC) and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We proudly hire U.S. Veterans.
• Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co, LLC) uses E-Verify and complies with I-9 employment eligibility requirements of all new hires.
• Equal Employment Opportunity Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal:
• Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision:
• Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co, LLC) and its affiliates are drug-free workplaces and post-offer, pre-employment process includes background check, drug/alcohol screen, and if applicable for the role, pre-employment physical/fit for duty assessments.