Quality Group Leader

Greenworks; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

Job summary

Greenworks in Morristown, TN, is seeking a Quality Group Leader to oversee daily quality operations and drive improvements across manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in manufacturing, strong leadership skills, and expertise with quality tools. Responsibilities include leading a team of inspectors, implementing process improvements, and analyzing quality data. This position offers comprehensive insurance and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of manufacturing experience, preferably in the lawn equipment industry.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train a team of quality inspectors to ensure high performance.
• Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency and quality.
• Compile and analyze daily quality data to identify trends and issues.

Skills

Hands-on experience with quality tools

Mechanical inspection processes

Leadership skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

3+ years of manufacturing experience

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Multimeters

Torque wrenches

MES, MRP, or ERP systems

Job description

Job Title: Quality Group Leader

Title of Supervisor(s): Quality Manager

Job Location: Morristown, TN

Company Website: www.greenworkstools.com

Position Summary

The Quality Group Leader plays a key leadership role in supporting daily quality operations and driving excellence across the manufacturing process. Working closely with the Quality Manager, this role helps ensure product quality, cost efficiency, and safety standards are consistently met. This position provides hands‑on leadership to quality inspectors while partnering cross‑functionally to improve processes, resolve issues, and strengthen overall product performance. You'll have a direct impact on operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and continuous quality improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and train a team of quality inspectors to ensure high performance and consistency.
• Monitor team productivity and adjust priorities to meet operational demands.
• Partner with the Quality Manager to identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and product quality.
• Oversee the proper daily use, inspection, and maintenance of measuring instruments and tooling.
• Provide direct quality support to Product Management and Engineering to resolve customer issues and product returns.
• Serve as a key liaison between Service, Manufacturing, Engineering, Product, and Sales teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support quality control activities for incoming materials, in-process production, and finished goods.
• Compile and analyze daily quality data, identifying trends and leading root cause analysis for nonconformities.
• Perform other related duties as needed to support departmental and company goals.

Required Education and Experience

• 3+ years of manufacturing experience (lawn equipment or similar industry experience is a plus)
• Hands‑on experience using quality tools and measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, multimeters, and torque wrenches
• Strong understanding of mechanical and/or electronics inspection processes, hardware accessories, and metal processing technologies
• Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and schematics
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage teams in a collaborative environment
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, hands‑on manufacturing setting
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Experience with MES, MRP, or ERP systems is a plus

Compensation and Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

Greenworks Tools is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities.

Greenworks is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities.