Role Summary/Purpose

The Quality Leader develops and maintains systems, rules, and processes to ensure fulfillment of internal and external requirements and that projects and products are capable and will meet specified standards and specifications. In this role you will require understanding of concepts, methods and procedures.

Essential Responsibilities

In addition, you will:

• Utilize Business Process Management Systems (e.g. Quality Management Systems, Integrated Management Systems)
• Control and monitor the plant’s processes and programs to ensure compliance with all QMS requirements and relevant product and customer specifications.
• Work to develop, implement, and monitor overall process mapping for quality improvement purposes.
• Standardize processes, tools and performance management systems
• Resolve problems through the application of acquired expertise working collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Communicate, support and integrate with direct reports, manager, and local operations leadership to be able to present on metrics, project status and issue analyses.
• Identify process risks, implement appropriate control plans and preventive measures, and execute process audits, to ensure effective process control and documented evidence.
• Lead responsiveness – with a sense of curiosity and urgency - on customer quality and reliability related issues
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, and the Commercial team to identify areas for focused product / process improvement actions and ensure those actions are implemented in a timely fashion and in an effective and sustainable manner
• Meet Quality related financial objectives including estimating financial impacts and needs, preparing annual budgets, managing capital expenditures, analyzing variances and initiating appropriate corrective actions
• Develop business metrics to accurately reflect performance and to effectively drive accountability
• Collect, analyze and summarize performance data to drive improvement actions as appropriate
• Coordinate business updates on emerging issues and actions for closure.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 10 years of experience in quality, engineering and / or project management)
• 5+ Years in a manufacturing environment
• Proficient in MS Excel, MS PowerPoint
• Critical thinker who is skilled in problem solving

• Proven track record of success in a self-directed work environment
• Ability to work independently

Desired Characteristics

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Previous MFG Quality Leadership experience
• Previously managed salaried direct reports

• Strong customer focus, able to relay and operationalize a genuine sense of urgency
• Experience with software systems including Reliance (QMS), Proficy (MES), AutoCAD, Visio, Minitab, and other Wabtec supply chain quality and operational data sources
• Knowledge of ISO/AAR standards, quality procedures, and audit techniques; certified/qualified auditor
• Experience with welding, assembly, electrical, and test processes, including ability to interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
 

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

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We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

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