Quality Systems Lead: ISO/ASME & Continuous Improvement

Thermal Engineering International (USA) Inc.; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermal Engineering International (USA) Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Systems Manager to ensure the successful implementation of quality systems and procedures across TEi, Babcock Power, ISO and ASME programs.

The role includes managing NCR, CAR and internal audits and driving continuous improvement initiatives. You will lead cross-functional teams, develop training for auditors and process improvements, and focus on reducing COPQ while boosting production performance and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in a manufacturing or design-for-manufacture environment.
• Experience in power generation, petrochemical, or chemical equipment manufacturing preferred.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and ISO 9001 auditing, with Auditor/Lead Auditor experience.
• Familiarity with ASME Section VIII, ASME Section III, 10CFR50 Appendix B, and NQA-1 quality requirements is a plus.
• Knowledge of welding, fabrication, and non-destructive examination (NDE) of pressure vessels or structural steel is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.
• Drive quality improvements and eliminate quality system issues through corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver internal auditor and process improvement training.
• Monitor and reduce the Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) while improving production performance.
• Analyze performance data and provide regular improvement reports to leadership.
• Lead cross-functional teams to execute process improvement projects.
• Improve processes across operations, supply chain, and subcontract manufacturing.
• Promote and manage organizational change to increase profitability and business growth.
• Use continuous improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma, DMAIC, PDCA, and statistical analysis.
• Establish systems to track, measure, and sustain process improvements.
• Focus on improving quality, efficiency, productivity, and overall business profitability.

Skills

Quality management systems

ISO 9001 auditing

Six Sigma

DMAIC/PDCA

NQA-1 familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Minitab

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Thermal Engineering International (USA) Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Systems Manager to ensure the successful implementation of quality systems and procedures across TEi, Babcock Power, ISO and ASME programs.

The role includes managing NCR, CAR and internal audits and driving continuous improvement initiatives. You will lead cross-functional teams, develop training for auditors and process improvements, and focus on reducing COPQ while boosting production performance and