Quality Project Manager

gwelec; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Health club membership program and Re…

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

401 (k)

Annual Profit Sharing

Vacation

Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-#t

Job summary

G&W Electric is seeking a Quality Project Manager to lead the Change Management and Continuous Improvement project portfolio across global operations. You will drive planning, execution, risk management, and governance to ensure timely completion and measurable impact on quality performance.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field and at least 5 years of project leadership experience, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 5 years of relevant experience.
• Project management and leadership experience with planning, communications, scheduling and risk management.
• Proven root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques.
• Excellent analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Proficient in using quality management software and tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee G&W's Change Management (CMR) and Continuous Improvement (CII) project portfolio, ensuring alignment with business and quality objectives.
• Manage high-priority quality improvement projects from initiation through implementation, including project planning, scope definition, resource allocation, scheduling, execution, and closure.
• Facilitate cross-functional teams to resolve systemic quality issues through structured problem-solving and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Monitor project performance, proactively manage risks, remove barriers, and ensure timely achievement of project milestones and objectives.
• Provide governance for the CMR and CII portfolio by tracking progress, following up with project owners, driving accountability, and validating project completion and effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain project management processes, reporting tools, templates, and knowledge repositories to support collaboration, communication, and organizational learning.
• Support Quality Management Review meetings by preparing project status updates, identifying risks and issues, and ensuring timely follow-up on action items.
• Establish project priorities and coordinate activities across functions to optimize resource utilization and successful project execution.
• Support Global Quality activities, including internal and external audits, QMS maintenance, quality documentation, product certifications, ETQ administration, quality metrics and reporting, root cause analysis, and supplier quality initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Root cause analysis

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor? degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

ETQ system

Job description

Quality Project Manager

Reporting to the Director of Global Quality, this position is responsible for developing, maintaining, and continuously improving G&W's Quality Management Program across global operations. The role provides leadership and governance for Change Management (CMR) and Continuous Improvement Initiatives (CII), including oversight of the quality improvement portfolio, monitoring project progress, driving timely completion, and verifying the effectiveness of implemented improvements. This position manages high-priority quality projects from initiation through completion while ensuring effective governance of the overall project portfolio. The role also supports other Global Quality functions as needed, including Quality Management System (QMS) administration and certifications, internal audits, product certifications, quality documentation, ETQ system administration, quality metrics and reporting, root cause analysis, and supplier quality management.

As a Quality Project Manager you will:

• Lead and oversee G&W's Change Management (CMR) and Continuous Improvement (CII) project portfolio, ensuring alignment with business and quality objectives.
• Manage high-priority quality improvement projects from initiation through implementation, including project planning, scope definition, resource allocation, scheduling, execution, and closure.
• Facilitate cross-functional teams to resolve systemic quality issues through structured problem-solving and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Monitor project performance, proactively manage risks, remove barriers, and ensure timely achievement of project milestones and objectives.
• Provide governance for the CMR and CII portfolio by tracking progress, following up with project owners, driving accountability, and validating project completion and effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain project management processes, reporting tools, templates, and knowledge repositories to support collaboration, communication, and organizational learning.
• Support Quality Management Review meetings by preparing project status updates, identifying risks and issues, and ensuring timely follow-up on action items.
• Establish project priorities and coordinate activities across functions to optimize resource utilization and successful project execution.
• Support Global Quality activities, including internal and external audits, QMS maintenance, quality documentation, product certifications, ETQ administration, quality metrics and reporting, root cause analysis, and supplier quality initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Engineering or related field.
• 5 years of relevant experience.
• Project management and project leadership experience required: planning, communications, schedule and risk management ability to influence and stakeholder management.
• Proven experience with root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques.
• Excellent analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Proficient in using quality management software and tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.

Ideally you will also have:

• Strong knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, tools, and standards (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 14001, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing).
• Project management certification (PMP) preferred.
• Quality Engineering and/or Quality auditor training and certification.
• Familiarity with industry-specific quality standards and regulations.
• Plant operations or issue resolution experience preferred.

What we offer you:

Typical pay is $74,732 - $97,193

Please note the pay information shown above is a general guideline. Pay is based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications.

This position is eligible for participation in our Quarterly Incentive Pay Program

G&W Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health club membership program and reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401 (k)
• Annual Profit Sharing
• Vacation
• Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility

About G&W Electric

Innovating since 1905, G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Working with us means joining a worldwide team of passionate manufacturing professionals striving to continually improve the technologies the world depends on to deliver safe, reliable electricity. Our culture is focused on employee success, so we foster an entrepreneurial environment that encourages everyone to thrive.

Learn more about our company by watching this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMtAhsdYeUQ

G&W Electric enjoys a long reputation for product quality, innovation and world-class customer service to the power industry. We have established this reputation by believing that our greatest asset is our employees. We owe our success to the initiative and talents of highly skilled individuals within our team-based organization. Our goal is to set the standard for customer satisfaction by ensuring a superior level of service, performance and innovation. As a global organization and industry leader, we are committed to cultivating an engaging work environment that embraces our core values and develops our talent. Our continuous focus on growth and innovation means that you become part of a company that provides challenging opportunities, rewards excellence and combines your individual expertise to achieve a higher level of shared success. As part of our organization, you also help power the world!

G&W Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.

*G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.

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