Supplier Quality Manager

Grand Design Rv, Llc; Middlebury (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Group Life Insurance

Accidental Injury Coverage

Critical Illness Insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) with match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Holiday and Vacation Pay

Job summary

Grand Design RV is seeking a Supplier Quality Manager to oversee supplier quality processes, ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement in RV manufacturing components. The candidate will lead supplier quality teams, conduct audits, and coordinate with procurement, engineering and manufacturing to enhance quality and supplier performance.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, 5+ years in supplier quality, and experience with APQP/PPAP/FMEA, ISO 9001/IATF

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management or equivalent.
• 5+ years in supplier quality management in manufacturing.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, FMEA and RCA methodologies.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, IATF 16949 and other standards.
• Strong problem-solving, communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain supplier quality systems.
• Lead and develop supplier quality teams and training.
• Collaborate with suppliers to improve product quality and reduce defects.
• Conduct supplier audits, assessments and risk evaluations.
• Establish and track KPIs for supplier quality and drive corrective actions.
• Lead RCA and corrective action processes for supplier issues.
• Work with procurement, engineering and manufacturing to resolve supplier challenges.
• Provide technical guidance and training to suppliers on quality expectations.
• Maintain supplier approval processes, documentation and qualification activities.

Skills

Supplier quality management

Auditing

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Quality management knowledge

Tools

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

Quality standards (ISO 9001, IATF 16949)

Job description

Grand Design RV is currently looking for a Supplier Quality Manager. As a Grand Design team member in this role, you will oversee supplier quality processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards, improving supplier performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working with suppliers to enhance quality, reliability, and efficiency in manufacturing components used in RV production.

Our Story

Founded in 2012, Grand Design has become one of the fastest-growing RV brands in history and is consistently rated among the highest quality RV manufacturers in North America. Case in point? August 2023 was cause for celebration after Grand Design produced its 250,000th recreational vehicle. "Reaching this mark is not just a testament to the hard work and vision of our incredible team, but it is also a reflection of the trust and loyalty our customers have placed in us," (Don Clark, President and CEO).

"We strive for nothing less than customers for life." As our journey continues, Grand Design remains focused on its mission: to lead the industry in quality and innovation, while fostering a family-like connection among our team members, customers, and dealers.

That's our story and our journey. What's yours?

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Develop, implement, and maintain supplier quality management systems to ensure compliance with industry regulations and company standards.
• Lead and develop supplier quality teams, providing mentorship, training, and performance management to ensure a high-functioning and effective team.
• Collaborate with suppliers to improve product quality, reduce defects, and enhance overall supplier performance.
• Conduct supplier audits, assessments, and risk evaluations to ensure compliance with quality requirements.
• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for supplier quality and drive corrective action initiatives as needed.
• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective action processes for supplier-related quality issues.
• Work closely with procurement, engineering, and manufacturing teams to identify and resolve supplier-related challenges.
• Provide technical guidance and training to suppliers to align with company quality expectations.
• Foster strong relationships with suppliers through regular communication and collaboration.
• Manage supplier approval processes, documentation, and qualification activities.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, a related field, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in supplier quality management, preferably in the RV, automotive, or manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of supplier quality management systems, auditing, and risk assessment.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and other relevant quality standards.
• Proficiency in quality tools and software.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.
• Willingness to travel to supplier locations as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma Certification.
• Experience in RV or automotive supplier quality management.
• Knowledge of welding, plastics, chemicals (adhesives), and electrical systems used in RV manufacturing.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand, walk, and move around manufacturing and supplier facilities for extended periods.
• Capability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs as needed for inspections and quality assessments.
• Dexterity to operate tools and inspection equipment required for supplier audits and evaluations.
• Early start work schedule is normal (typically 7AM or before)
• Willingness to travel frequently to supplier locations, including potential exposure to manufacturing environments with noise, dust, and temperature variations.

Our Core Values

• Gratitude - Safely serving team members and our communities through humility and empathy to make our company, communities, and world a better place.
• Respect - Acting with integrity and transparency because believing in each other is the building block for all other relationships.
• Accountability - Holding each other to the highest expectations in all we say and do.
• iNnovation - Striving to be industry-leading with our people, processes, and products.
• Drive - Determined to exceed the expectations of our team members, vendors, dealers, and retail customers.

If you are the right candidate for this position, as a Grand Design Team Member you will be eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life Insurance, Accidental Injury, Critical Illness, Short & Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Holiday and Vacation Pay

Leadership Expectations:

• Connect with Purpose
  • Be inclusive; seek out different perspectives.
  • Focus on the Customer; put yourself in the customer's shoes.
  • Communicate Clearly; say what needs to be said and listen.
• Execute with Excellence
  • Explore Possibilities; ask, "What if?" and embrace new ideas.
  • Set Direction; prioritize, plan, and align; balance thinking and action.
  • Drive Results; get the right things done; work with a sense of urgency.
• Build the Future
  • Transform the Road Ahead; anticipate opportunities; seek new opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Navigate Change; be agile and flexible; take on new challenges.
  • Inspire Growth; help each other improve; commit to personal development.

Grand Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer.