Senior Quality Manager

Klein Tools; Mansfield (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacations & Holidays

Profit Sharing & Matching 401(k)

Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, &  

Discounts on Klein Tools products

Education and Professional Development

Job summary

Klein Tools is seeking a Senior Quality Manager to lead quality engineering across Mansfield manufacturing locations. You will drive flawless product launches, reduce scrap, and improve process capability while supporting warranty and Amazon ratings improvement programs.

The role requires a Bachelor's in engineering, seven years of manufacturing quality experience, and three years of supervisory experience. You will lead PFMEAs, control plans, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field.
• Seven years of related manufacturing quality experience.
• Three years of supervisory/management experience.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001, TS 16949; Six Sigma Green/Black Belt preferred.
• Strong planning, organization, leadership, presentation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the Quality strategy for Mansfield manufacturing facilities.
• Support warranty reduction and Amazon ratings improvement programs related to Mansfield manufactured product.
• Drive processes and activities that support the goal of flawless launches of new programs.
• Work with production personnel and plant management to analyze and solve problems to maximize product reliability and minimize costs.
• Analyze statistical data and product specifications to determine standards and to establish quality and reliability expectancy of finished products.
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control standards and tests used in processing finished products.
• Lead development of PFMEAs, control plans, and flow diagrams during APQP process, using a team approach.
• Investigate customer concerns regarding quality.
• Design and implement quality control training programs.
• Maintain active role on internal continuous improvement teams.
• Ensure effectiveness of the quality system through internal and external audits and performance measures.
• Support International quality projects as needed.
• Perform other duties as required within the nature and level of work.

Skills

Quality systems

Statistical analysis

PFMEA & APQP

Leadership & mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At Klein Tools, curiosity powers discovery, ownership inspires excellence, and urgency means we run towards opportunities. We deliver quality and innovation in everything we do, designing and launching hundreds of groundbreaking products each year. Join us and be part of a legacy built to last.

Perks for you include:

• Paid Vacations & Holidays
• Profit Sharing & Matching 401(k)
• Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, & Dental)
• Discounts on Klein Tools products
• Education and Professional Development Assistance

Senior Quality Manager is responsible for all aspects of quality engineering for multiple locations, including flawless launches of new products, scrap reduction, improved process capability for significant characteristics, Amazon improvement programs, and warranty reduction projects.

• Develop and execute the Quality strategy for the Mansfield manufacturing facilities.
• Support both warranty reduction and Amazon ratings improvement programs related to Mansfield manufactured product.
• Drive processes and activities that support the goal of flawless launches of new programs.
• Work with production personnel and plant management to analyze and solve problems to maximize product reliability and minimize costs.
• Analyze statistical data and product specifications to determine standards and to establish quality and reliability expectancy of finished products.
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control standards and tests used in processing finished products.
• Lead development of process failure mode effects analysis (PFMEAs), control plans, and flow diagrams during the advanced product quality planning (APQP) process, using a team approach.
• Investigate customer concerns regarding quality.
• Design and implement quality control training programs.
• Maintain active role on internal continuous improvement teams.
• Ensure effectiveness of the quality system through internal and external audits and performance measures.
• Support International quality projects as needed.
• Perform other duties as required within the nature and level of work.

Bachelors degree in engineering or related technical field, seven (7) years related manufacturing quality experience, and three (3) years supervisory/management experience are required. Working knowledge of ISO 9001, TS 16949, Six sigma green or black belt certification preferred. Must possess excellent planning, organization, leadership, presentation, decision-making, analytical, and oral and written communication skills. Ability to multi-task, adapt to changes in priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

Occasionally required to stand, walk or sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Your main focus:

• Quality
• Customer Obsession
• Innovation
• Ownership
• Teamwork

Klein Tools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For candidates with disabilities and needing assistance, please email us at [e-mail].