Quality Manager

nVent; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 89,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) retirement plan with company 1:

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

nVent seeks a Lead Quality Operations professional to drive quality, safety, and performance. You will oversee inspections, monitor metrics, and support calibration and QMS activities at our Minneapolis site.

You will lead CAPA efforts, train staff, and work with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and improve processes, while preparing for audits and supplier collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of manufacturing or quality experience.
• Quality certifications (CQE, CMQ, CQA) and ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor training preferred.
• Experience with process improvement, Six Sigma, Lean, and quality systems.
• Experience leading projects and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead Quality Operations and support quality engineers toward goals.
• Oversee incoming, in-process, and final inspections to meet requirements.
• Monitor quality metrics and drive corrective actions.
• Support calibration activities and maintain inspection equipment.
• Help maintain the Quality Management System and audits.
• Prepare for and support internal, customer, and third-party audits.
• Maintain quality procedures and documentation for accuracy.
• Assist CAPA activities including root cause investigations.
• Lead problem-solving using 5 Why, 8D, RCCM methods.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, supply chain, and service.
• Participate in Lean and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct daily floor reviews to identify risks and opportunities.
• Support audits with customers and suppliers; communicate expectations.
• Develop people and build a Quality culture; mentor and coach.

Skills

Leadership

Quality management

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Optical inspection equipment

Multi-sensor inspection

Scanning inspection equipment

Job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

What You'll Experience in this Position: Lead Quality Operations Provide day-to‑day leadership and support for quality engineers, helping the team achieve quality, safety, and performance goals. Oversee incoming, in-process, and final inspections to ensure products meet customer and regulatory requirements. Monitor quality metrics and trends, identifying opportunities for improvement and corrective action. Support calibration activities and ensure appropriate inspection and testing equipment is available and maintained. Support Quality Systems & Compliance Partner with the Quality Manager to maintain and improve the site's Quality Management System (QMS). Help prepare for and support internal, customer, and third-party audits. Maintain quality procedures, work instructions, and documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance. Assist with corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities, including root cause investigations and effectiveness verification. Solve Problems & Improve Processes Lead and support structured problem-solving efforts using tools such as 5 Why, 8D, and Root Cause Corrective Management (RCCM). Partner with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Customer Service teams to resolve quality concerns and prevent recurrence. Participate in Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing defects, improving processes, and enhancing customer satisfaction. Conduct daily floor presence and process reviews to identify risks and improvement opportunities. Partner with Customers & Suppliers Support customer audits, investigations, and quality-related communications. Collaborate with suppliers to address incoming quality concerns and drive improvement initiatives. Help ensure quality expectations are clearly communicated and consistently maintained throughout the supply chain. Develop People & Build a Quality Culture Train and coach employees on quality standards, inspection methods, and process compliance. Support employee development through mentoring, feedback, and ongoing learning opportunities. Champion a culture of accountability, teamwork, continuous improvement, and Quality at the Source.

YOU HAVE: At least a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field 5+ years of experience with Manufacturing or Quality processes. A year or more of previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred Quality Certifications such as CQE, CMQ, CQA, and ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor training are strongly preferred. Experience in process improvement, planning, Six Sigma, Lean training, and quality systems. Experience with optical, multi‑sensor, and scanning inspection equipment (preferred) Experience supporting quality initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites (preferred) Experience leading projects and collaborating with cross‑functional teams.

WE HAVE: A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com. Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being: Innovative & adaptable Dedicated to absolute integrity Focused on the customer first Respectful and team oriented Optimistic and energizing Accountable for performance

Benefits to support the lives of our employees Pay Transparency nVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply. Compensation Range: $89,300.00 - $165,800.00 Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back‑up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well‑being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth. #LI-JT1 #LI-Onsite

At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.