Summary Under the direction of the Sr. Manufacturing Engineer Manager, the Quality Manager coordinates, implements, and manages the quality assurance function to the requirements of current ISO and ASME Standards. Key Responsibilities This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time. Lead the quality assurance team to ensure the meeting or exceeding of quality standards. Establish and implement quality procedures and specifications, testing procedures, and standards for raw materials and for in-process and finished products. Audit quality systems, initiating corrective action as required. Develop and recommend inspection and sampling techniques and quality assurance plans. Develop process control procedures ensuring production of finished products meeting quality specifications and standards. Develop training requirements and train employees on quality related practices, policies, procedures, and systems. Produce quality reports; analyze information, and address and resolve problem areas. Develop and lead cross-functional teams to address and resolve quality issues and to improve levels of quality and productivity. Provide technical assistance to customers, vendors, and other departments of the company. Conduct research on product defects and recommend modifications to the production process where warranted. Review all complaints received from customers to determine corrective action. Develop and maintain departmental budget; ensure maximum utilization of resources within budget constraints. Ensure compliance with UL, NSF, DOE standards Ensure compliance with all housekeeping procedures and all quality and safety regulations. Perform other related duties as assigned. Education and Experience A bachelor's degree in a relevant field or a combination of education and experience may be considered. Five (5) to seven (7) years of supervisory experience Five (5) to seven (7) years of related quality management experience Experience in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP). Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. Knowledge of ISO 9001 requirements preferred The ability to read and interpret part prints and GD&T.- Geometric Dimension and Tolerancing The ability to write reports and correspondence. The ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management, customers, vendors and other employees of the organization. The ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. The ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. The ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. The ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Physical Requirements The ability to talk or hear. The ability to sit for extended periods of time. The ability to stand, walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects or controls. The ability to occasionally lift and/or move physical products, reports, files, etc. The ability to use close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Travel Up to 10% travel as needed. So, what do you get out of working at Leer, Inc. beyond a friendly work environment and the best teammates around? A competitive compensation package that other manufacturers can’t beat. Take a look. ESOP Distributions An ESOP is an Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Like mentioned above, Leer Inc. is 100% employee-owned. That means you will be an employee-owner and own a piece of the company. Trust us when we say, if you include your yearly ESOP payments, we offer a compensation package that’s difficult to beat. Don’t believe us? Stop in and we’ll show you. Generous Paid Time Off (Starts at 3-Weeks in 1st Full Year) 11 Paid Holidays Health Insurance (Subsidized by Leer) Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Short-Term Disability Insurance (Paid by Leer) Long-Term Disability Insurance (Paid by Leer) Life Insurance (Paid by Leer) 401(K) Shoe stipend for steel toes Leer Gear Cares Program - up to 50% off fitness equipment or gym membership Community involvement hours About Leer Inc. Be part of making iconic products that make all the difference in hospitals, restaurants, and more. We’re proud to be an essential business and support other industries who keep us healthy and fed. Leer, Inc. is a growing company that is all about our team members. Really. We’re 100% employee-owned. What does employee-owned mean? As an employee-owner at Leer Inc., you’ll have a direct stake in our success. Through our employee ownership program, you’re not just part of the team, you’re an owner helping to shape our future. We value initiative, collaboration, and a long-term mindset, and we reward your contributions with shared growth and equity. Next Steps If you like what you see here, it’s time to apply! Right below this there’s a big, blue “Apply” button. Click it and apply! Okay, we think you can take it from here. We look forward to meeting you! Under the direction of the Sr. Manufacturing Engineer Manager, the Quality Manager coordinates, implements, and manages the quality assurance function to the requirements of current ISO and ASME Standards. EEO IS THE LAW EEO IS THE LAW (Spanish) Leer Inc is the world’s leading manufacturer of retail ice merchandising equipment, walk-in coolers and freezers, and other temperature controlled storage solutions. We have 3 manufacturing plants – 2 in New Lisbon WI, and 1 in Carroll IA. We are an employee owned business, part of the Employee Owned Brands, Inc. group, and we share our wealth and success through an ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership Plan. We are one of America’s oldest and most successful employee owned groups, that has been committed to manufacturing excellence in America’s heartland for over 125 years. Please click on the blue ‘APPLY’ button – we’d love to have you join us and share in our success.
