Quality Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Polaris Industries; Alabama; Presencial; USD 75.000 - 105.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Polaris Inc. in United States is seeking a Quality Lead to drive quality initiatives in a manufacturing setting, partnering with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and suppliers to ensure products meet established quality and safety standards.

You will oversee quality processes and guide a team to resolve production quality concerns while supporting new product introductions and continuous improvement.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, Operations, or related field preferred, or relevant experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in quality, process engineering, or a related field.
• Experience working in automotive or similar assembly manufacturing environments preferred.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T, and conducting product or process failure analysis.
• Proven ability to lead or supervise hourly employees within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel up to 10% as required for business needs.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Responsabilidades

• Lead cross-functional teams in troubleshooting quality issues, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate and oversee quality control activities, including scheduling work for quality technicians and inspectors.
• Ensure compliance with established quality standards across manufacturing operations and external suppliers.
• Support new product introduction activities, including production start-ups, tooling validation, and supplier qualification processes.
• Develop, implement, and maintain inspection criteria and quality standards for critical product characteristics.
• Analyze production processes, quality performance, and manufacturing data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop, maintain, and improve quality control policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Monitor quality metrics and performance indicators and implement improvements to achieve quality objectives.
• Provide training, coaching, and development for quality technicians to enhance capability and consistency.
• Manage quality-related activities within approved budget parameters.
• Promote compliance with safety standards and support a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.

Conocimientos

Communication

Problem Solving

Accountability

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, Operations, or related field

Descripción del empleo

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

Position Overview

You will lead and support quality activities within a manufacturing environment, partnering with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and supplier teams to ensure products meet established quality and safety standards. In this role, you will oversee quality processes, coordinate quality personnel, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that support operational performance and customer expectations. You will play a key role in resolving production quality concerns, supporting new product introductions, and maintaining compliance with quality requirements across internal and external stakeholders. You will also contribute to the development of quality systems, training, and performance measurement activities that strengthen organizational capability. This is a compelling opportunity to influence product quality, manufacturing performance, and new product readiness through leadership of quality initiatives and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams in troubleshooting quality issues, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions to support production performance.
• Coordinate and oversee quality control activities, including assigning and scheduling work for quality technicians and inspectors to meet production and project requirements.
• Ensure compliance with established quality standards across manufacturing operations and external suppliers.
• Support new product introduction activities, including production start-ups, tooling validation, and supplier qualification processes.
• Develop, implement, and maintain inspection criteria and quality standards for critical product characteristics.
• Analyze production processes, quality performance, and manufacturing data to identify improvement opportunities and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop, maintain, and improve quality control policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Monitor quality metrics and performance indicators and implement improvements to achieve quality objectives.
• Provide training, coaching, and development for quality technicians to enhance capability and consistency.
• Manage quality-related activities within approved budget parameters.
• Promote compliance with safety standards and support a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.

Desired Competencies

• Communication: You clearly convey information, ideas, and expectations to diverse audiences, adjusting your message to ensure understanding and alignment.
• Problem Solving: You identify issues, assess root causes, and implement practical solutions that balance speed, quality, and risk.
• Accountability: You take ownership of your responsibilities, follow through on commitments, and hold yourself to high standards for quality and results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, Operations, or a related field preferred, or relevant experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in quality, process engineering, or a related field.
• Experience working in automotive or similar assembly manufacturing environments preferred.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and conducting product or process failure analysis.
• Proven ability to lead or supervise hourly employees within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing environment with significant shop floor involvement.
• Ability to travel up to 10% as required for business needs.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE.

At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture. At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay, Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gy