Quality And Continuous Improvement Manager

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Quality andContinuous Improvement Manager will demonstrate strong
technical skills set from academic or a mixture of practical experience
ranging from Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, Quality, and Production
based programs. He/She will lead the execution of cross-functional
strategies and plans that ensure we execute the companys production system
quality control roadmap.
Additionally, the Quality and CI Manager will lead the plants continuous
Improvement initiative by utilizing the Cornerstone Building Brands Production
System Methodologies at the site to ensure continuous, systemic, and
sustainable elimination of waste.
This position reports to the Plant Manager with a dotted line reporting to
Corporate Quality and CI Regional Leadership.
Handles Quality Assurance/Control site functions at a tactical level
Acts as a key contact for suppliers and customers on quality-related issues
Executes effective methods for inspection, testing, sampling, and training
Deploys and validates approved revisions of existing methods and procedures to
improve products and / or processes
Manages all CTQ, prioritization quality matrix (QPM), problem
solving, and other modules as part of the Corporate Quality strategy
Executes and maintains all reporting documentation for quality-related topics
as required
Provide support for all company established quality programs as required
Ensures measuring equipment calibrations are being performed and kept up with
per schedule
Works with suppliers striving to provide defect-free components for use in the
manufacturing process
Ensures alignment of data collection and analysis with organizational quality
objectives
Manages and champions all lean concepts, kaizen events, and other modules
as part of the Corporate Continuous Improvement strategy
Facilitates and leads the continuous improvement process by identifying
training needs and providing training in problem solving methodology,
Kaizen, 5S, Kanban, Value Stream Mapping, PDCA
Engages the leadership team in setting and achieving goals utilizing Lean
initiatives. This includes working with key leadership both functionally and
strategically to drive overall improvements in specific areas
Directs and coordinates CI and process engineering activities in the plant
Ensure that CTO and CI activities are aligned with goals for each plant and
with the Regional CI Manager
Provides input and feedback to key leadership positions about process
improvement opportunities
Lead efforts to develop and deliver training
Assists in the hiring, leadership, development, coaching,
supervision, evaluation, and disciplining of departmental staff
Coach hourly production associates on process adherence as it relates to CI
and Quality Assurance
Conduct monthly training sessions with hourly associates on quality standards
and practices
Coordinate with plant leadership team and material suppliers to maintain
compliance with certification requirements
Provide tactical coaching on Lean Methodology and other CI techniques
Assist plant leadership with leading problem-solving activities
(PDCA)Qualifications
Bachelors degree (B. A.) from four-year College or university; or
five to six years related experience and/or training; or equivalent
combination of education and experience
Six Sigma certification a plus
The successful candidate will have at least 5 years of manufacturing
experience and at least 2 years of quality experience or continuous
improvement
Enthusiastic about the value quality and continuous improvement brings to the
manufacturing process and passionate about keeping technical skills up to
date, understanding best practices, and deploying quality systems and
kaizen events to achieve prescribed goals and targets
Displays a strong ability to use data to rationally analyze and solve issues
Excellent verbal and written communication skills wit the ability to train
staff and run events
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
AutoCAD experience a plus
Available for minimal travel (10%), for training and knowledge
sharingAdditional Information
Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?
Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the
communities where welive, work and play. Full-time team members receive
medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include
PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP,
discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional
development. You can also join one of our Employee Resource Groups which help
support our commitment to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Full-time is defined as regularly working 30 hours per week. Union
programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO
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age, race, religion, color, protected veteran status, disability,
sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or national origin.