Quality Control Lead

JELD-WEN, Inc.; Pottsville (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

JELD-WEN, a leader in door manufacturing, is seeking a Quality Control Lead in Pottsville, PA. This role involves overseeing quality assurance tasks, conducting inspections, and providing leadership within the team. Candidates should have experience in quality assurance, be detail-oriented, and demonstrate strong communication skills. JELD-WEN values investment in its people and offers competitive benefits.

Benefits

Medical and dental benefits

Generous leave policies

Retirement program

Qualifications

• Previous quality assurance experience.
• Quality Technician and/or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred.
• 2-3 years manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, audits, and data entry.
• Provide leadership and support to other team leads and managers.
• Document and implement process standards across the facility.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Quality Technician or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification

2-3 years manufacturing experience

Job description

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Overview

A Quality Control (QC) Lead is an hourly working leader. S/he will perform a variety of tasks ranging from clerical data entry to machine calibration and possible light fabrication thru conducting employee performance, Raw and Finished goods inspections & safety audits while working closely with all levels of the company. In addition, s/he will have related responsibilities in assisting the Project/Quality Manager in carrying out other duties as required.

Leadership

The QC Lead is responsible for being a leadership resource to other team leaders & managers, providing knowledge, motivation, support and advice, with the guidance and assistance of the QC/Project Manager. This Leader is responsible for learning Calibration and QC Tools and aiding in their implementation (such as; process control plan and job instructions creation, printing/lamination, TWI training, problem solving, machine and equipment calibration, etc.). The Lead will be responsible for learning and sharing special industry techniques on how to use tools and equipment, or tips on how to improve quality and/or speed up production. The QC Leader will encourage and support the participation and foster positive attitudes between other employees at all times .

Administrative

• The QC Leader is expected to work closely with the QC/Project Manager and other managers to document, create and implement Process standards and Controls across the entire facility.
• QC Leads will work closely with or provide input regarding Operations, Safety, and Employee Relations.
• Leads can function anywhere on a task continuum ranging from data entry and clerical documentation to performing a full range of stronger tasks such as conducting Employee Performance & Safety Audits.
• First line of defense for the integrity of the quality production system
• -80% of their day in standard work

Education and Certifications:

• Previous quality assurance experience.
• Quality Technician, Quality Assurance and/or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred.
• 2-3years manufacturing experience preferred.

Essential Skills and Responsibilities:

• Follow established company safety policy & procedure
• Demonstrate an intermediate skill level using MS Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
• Demonstrate basic understanding of mechanical principals and the desire to use Quality Control tools and concepts.
• Willingness to read suggested and/or provided literature and resources to advance your professional knowledge and abilities.
• Possess strong attention to detail, desire and ability to problem solve and complete root cause analysis.
• Must have good written and oral communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with Group managers and other co-workers.
• Be able and willing to work an occasional off-shift or split shift to provide additional project implementation support across all shifts.
• Be willing to work overtime as needed to meet project schedules.
• Perform Safety Evaluations/Audits, Material and Product inspections, Job instruction Audits and other audits as needed to help monitor and control behavior and process throughout the facility.
• Proven ability to accurately use a tape measure and desire to learn how to use other measuring devices
• Desire to learn how to calibrate multiple pieces of equipment throughout the plant
• Willingness to operate a table saw to aid in door forensics on a regular basis
• Have superb attendance
• Must have Positive Attitude and a strong desire to function as a positive team player.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area at all time
• Atten and participate in Quarterly quality training and project meetings during Inventory or as scheduled by the department manager.
• Enter raw material credits and work with vendors to improve and eliminate raw material defects.
• Wear PPE as required by the plant.
• Ability to follow and complete daily standard work and other duties as provided by manager.
• Other duties as requested.

Team Lead Responsibilities: Follow EHS Policy (commitment to work in a safe manner, reduce injury and illness rate, reduce waste, pollution prevention and compliance with law); Support employees in meeting Team goals; Support Group Manager to ensure the accomplishment of all Value Stream goals.

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About JELD-WEN Holding, Inc.

JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. (NYSE: JELD) is a leading global designer, manufacturer and distributor of high-performance interior and exterior doors, windows, and related building products serving the new construction and repair and remodeling sectors. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company operates across North America and Europe. Our associates are dedicated to bringing beauty and security to the spaces that touch our lives through our market-leading product brands across the world. The JELD-WEN family of brands includes JELD-WEN worldwide, LaCantina and VPI in North America, and Swedoor and DANA in Europe. For more information, visit corporate.JELD-WEN.com or follow LinkedIn .

JELD-WEN has been named by Forbes as one of ‘America’s Best Employers’ and by Newsweek as one of the ‘World’s Most Trustworthy Companies’.

What we offer

Investing in People is one of our Core Values, we strive to attract & retain great people! As such, JELD-WEN offers competitive compensation & benefits packages. As a global organization, specific benefits may vary, however typically including medical & dental, generous leave policies, retirement program, etc.

JELD-WEN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation based on individuals’ physical traits, beliefs, and/or other characteristics that are protected under applicable laws.

JELD-WEN does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.