Quality Project Manager

G&W Electric Co.; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 74,732 - 97,193; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k)

Job summary

G&W Electric is seeking a Quality Project Manager to develop, maintain, and improve the Quality Management Program across global operations. You will lead Change Management and Continuous Improvement initiatives, oversee the project portfolio, and ensure effectiveness of improvements.

The role also supports audits, QMS, product certifications, and supplier quality initiatives. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's in engineering, 5 years of experience, and strong analytical skills with a PMP

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience with root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques.
• 5 years of relevant experience.
• Project management and leadership experience including planning, communications, schedule and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee CM&R and CII project portfolio.
• Manage high-priority quality improvement projects from initiation through implementation.
• Facilitate cross-functional teams to resolve systemic quality issues.
• Monitor project performance, manage risks, and ensure timely milestones.
• Provide governance for CM&R and CII portfolio and validate completion.
• Develop and maintain project management processes, reporting tools, templates, and repositories.
• Support Quality Management Review meetings with status updates and action follow-ups.
• Coordinate activities to optimize resources and project execution.
• Support audits, QMS maintenance, documentation, product certifications, ETQ administration, metrics, and supplier quality initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Change management

Continuous improvement

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

PMP certification

Quality auditing training/certification

Tools

ETQ

Quality management software

QMS administration

Job description

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.

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.