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Generac

Senior Quality Manager

Oshkosh, WI · On-site

The Senior Quality Manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing enterprise wide quality assurance programs designed to ensure continuous improvement in production of products ...

M. A. Mortenson Company

Senior Quality Manager

Miami, TX · On-site

$116K - $175K/yr

SUMMARY Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Quality Manager to lead, manage, document, monitor, and analyze the quality system on one or more significant projects; and lead necessary ...

Mistras Group

Sr. Quality Manager

Hebron, OH

Minimum 10 years' Sr. Quality Manager/Quality Manager experience within the Aerospace industry and Nadcap for NDT inspection and materials testing or a related environment (e.g. manufacturing)

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M. A. Mortenson Company

Senior Quality Manager

Dekalb, IL · On-site

$116K - $175K/yr

SUMMARY Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Quality Manager to lead, manage, document, monitor, and analyze the quality system on one or more significant projects; and lead necessary ...

Mistras Group

Sr. Quality Manager

Heath, OH

Minimum 10 years' Sr. Quality Manager/Quality Manager experience within the Aerospace industry and Nadcap for NDT inspection and materials testing or a related environment (e.g. manufacturing)

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Mistras

Sr. Quality Manager

Heath, OH · On-site

Minimum 10 years' Sr. Quality Manager/Quality Manager experience within the Aerospace industry and Nadcap for NDT inspection and materials testing or a related environment (e.g. manufacturing)

Signal Energy

Senior Quality Manager

Quality Managers, Site Quality Managers, QA/QC Inspectors, and project quality personnel as ... as a senior quality escalation point for project teams, clients, owner representatives ...

MasTec Inc

Sr. Quality Manager

Centennial, CO

Identify needs for implementing ITP's (Inspection and Test Plans) and coordinate with Sr Quality management in development of ITPs * Support or lead quality training meetings, onboardings and ...

MasTec Inc

Sr. Quality Manager

Centennial, CO

Identify needs for implementing ITP's (Inspection and Test Plans) and coordinate with Sr Quality management in development of ITPs * Support or lead quality training meetings, onboardings and ...

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Senior Quality Manager

Senior Quality Manager

Generac

Oshkosh, WI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 19 days ago

Generac Power Systems rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 66 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

310th of 433 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.


Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?


The Senior Quality Manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing enterprise wide quality assurance programs designed to ensure continuous improvement in production of products and conformance to all established standards in a high product mix environment. Drive capable, predictable, repeatable processes throughout the enterprise.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead a multi-year quality transformation, advancing the facility from Quality Control to Quality Assurance to operational excellence

  • Set and uphold quality standards to meet customer, regulatory, and Generac Quality Management System requirements

  • Own plant quality outcomes, including customer experience metrics, cost of quality reduction, compliance, and continuous improvement

  • Partner cross-functionally with plant, corporate quality, and suppliers to resolve issues and improve product and process quality

  • Establish quality goals, metrics, inspection/test methods, and standard tools; drive root-cause analysis and corrective actions

  • Report quality performance to senior leadership and customers while coaching teams and managing resources to achieve objectives

Minimal Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Operations Management or Industrial Technology;

  • 7 years of progressive Engineering experience with a focus on quality management;

  • 3 years of experience leading, mentoring and coaching individuals and teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's degree preferred; Quality Manager/Engineer certification and/or Six Sigma expertise

  • Strong ERP/MRP experience (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent) and working knowledge of Microsoft Office

  • Expert in Lean principles, continuous improvement methodologies, and cost-reduction initiatives

  • Deep knowledge of quality tools and processes (APQP, A3, 8D, 5 Whys, stage-gate product development)

  • Proven business acumen across high-mix/low-volume and high-volume/low-mix manufacturing environments

  • Experience working in global, matrixed organizations and collaborating across sites and functions

  • Strong analytical skills, data-driven decision making, ability to manage competing priorities, and mentor quality teams

Great Reasons to work for Generac:

  • Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more

  • State-of-the-artfacility with an onsite gym, walking trails, cafe, free parking and manyemployeeactivities

  • Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, togather togetherand enjoy their time with their families and co-workers

  • Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits,many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line,while others go right intostorm-affected areas to repair generators

  • Make a positive impact. Generac has always been community-minded and dedicated to giving back.The company proudlyoffersa Volunteer Time Off program,invitingteam members toparticipateincharitable volunteer opportunities on company time.

  • We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.

  • We'rean inclusive company that celebrates differences and keeps equity and respect at the forefront.

"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."

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