Senior Quality Leader, Logistics & Continuous Improvement

WESTPORT AXLE CO., LLC; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Westport Axle Co. leads quality programs within Universal Logistics, driving continuous improvement across manufacturing and logistics operations in Pennsylvania. The role partners with Mack Trucks and internal teams to ensure high standards, audits, and proactive problem-solving.

You’ll oversee procedures, data-driven KPIs, and an environment focused on safety and efficiency. Ideal candidates bring Lean/Six Sigma experience, root cause mastery, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred.
• Previous leadership experience in quality, manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, or automotive operations.
• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement principles.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems, audits, and process controls.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and operational reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead all site quality programs and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality procedures, standards, and work instructions.
• Manage customer quality expectations and serve as the primary quality contact for Mack Trucks.
• Coordinate and successfully complete internal, customer, and corporate quality audits.
• Investigate quality concerns and lead root cause and corrective action activities.
• Monitor and report quality-related KPIs and performance metrics.
• Drive process improvements that enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance.
• Supervise, train, coach, and develop quality personnel.
• Partner with operations leadership to ensure compliance with customer requirements and company policies.
• Support inventory accuracy, material flow, and warehouse quality processes.
• Analyze data and trends to identify opportunities for operational improvement.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Support environmental and quality management systems while maintaining all required documentation and records.
• Participate as a member of the facility leadership team and support overall business objectives.

Skills

Quality leadership

Audits

Root cause analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Data analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Operational reporting tools

Job description

Westport Axle Co. leads quality programs within Universal Logistics, driving continuous improvement across manufacturing and logistics operations in Pennsylvania. The role partners with Mack Trucks and internal teams to ensure high standards, audits, and proactive problem-solving.

You’ll oversee procedures, data-driven KPIs, and an environment focused on safety and efficiency. Ideal candidates bring Lean/Six Sigma experience, root cause mastery, and strong communication.