Senior Manager, Manufacturing Quality

Haier US Appliance Solutions, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Appliances, a Haier company, seeks a Senior Manager, Manufacturing Quality to lead compliance and quality initiatives on the production floor in Louisville, KY. You will supervise the Quality Floor team, oversee MCP auditing and component testing, and drive corrective actions.

You will partner with Product Line Quality, Operations, and Manufacturing Engineering to sustain product quality, improve FPY and cost of quality, and mentor team members toward accountability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing quality/NPI quality and process improvement.
• Experience with product and process Quality Management System development and implementation.
• Previous team and project leadership, including goal setting, monitoring performance and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Live, promote and support APS philosophy and drive continuous improvement in quality.
• Coach team members to ensure cross-functional collaboration.
• Partner with Product Line Quality, Operations and Manufacturing Engineering Leaders to sustain product quality.
• Lead projects to improve cost of operations and CAPA/Corrective actions.
• Own Manufacturing Quality Control Plan attributes and training/auditing processes.

Skills

Engineering degree

Quality management

Leadership

MS Office & Minitab

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Minitab

Outlook

Job description

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together. The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities.

Interested in joining us on our journey? The Senior Manager, Manufacturing Quality leads compliance and quality initiatives for the plant, overseeing the Quality Floor team and improvement projects. Responsibilities include managing daily production floor issues and supervising component testing and MCP auditing for assigned areas. Position Senior Manager, Manufacturing Quality Location USA, Louisville, KY

How You'll Create Possibilities

Live, promote and support the Appliance Production System (APS) philosophy and drive continuous improvement in the quality and adjacent areas. Coach all team members to ensure cross-functional, focused collaboration is the way we work. Partner with the Product Line Quality, Business Operations and Manufacturing Engineering Leaders to promote a culture that establishes, sustains and improves product quality through engineering problem solving and discipline around supporting systems. Promote a method-based quick response to new issues. Responsible for developing team performance metrics tied to the overall factory (FPY, EOLA, Scrap) and product line financial plan (Warranty, Damage, Concessions, Scrap, Consumer Education). Leads team to identify and complete projects and tasks supporting this effort. Owns and assigns tasks and establishes accountability at the appropriate level. Closely collaborates with the product line Engineering, Field Quality and Service organizations to understand and respond to part or system product level performance issues impacting owner use and satisfaction. Responds to this data in addition to internal data streams (leading indicators) for product quality and reliability (Engineering, EOLA and CAT / CUT labs). Identify and execute projects to improve the costing of operations, broad owner for Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA), Corrective Action Request (CAR) approach to problem solving. Work with Design, Operations and Quality Leadership to prioritize funding/resources to meet targets, support Continuous Improvement. Owner of all attributes of the Manufacturing Control Plan for broad areas. Responsible for the training, execution, auditing and improvement of the Manufacturing Quality Control Plan. Support efforts intended to improve work station documentation process; create, update and maintain Manufacturing Control Instructions (MCI’s), visual aid and alerts (single point lessons) as needed. Provide technical oversight to drive the development, sustainment and continuous improvement of factory quality.

What You’ll Bring to Our Team

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or related discipline
• 7+ years of experience with manufacturing quality/NPI quality projects and process improvement
• Experience with product and process Quality Management System development and implementation
• Previous team and project leadership, including demonstration of goal setting, monitoring of performance v goals and a strong feedback / development / accountability cycle
• Must be skilled in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Minitab and Outlook.

Working Conditions

Working conditions are normal for a high-volume manufacturing environment. Working in this environment requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to; eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, work boots, and hard hats. These roles require frequent walking in a manufacturing plant environment.

Hours & Weekends

Working off-shift and weekends may be required.

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities. This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices. By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy. GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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