Lead Quality Inspector

Description

Takeuchi Manufacturing in Moore, SC, is a globally recognized leader in the design and production of innovative, high-quality construction equipment. With a strong commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, Takeuchi is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in product quality and operational efficiency. As part of this commitment, we are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Lead Quality Inspector to join our team. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that Inspectors are trained and perform to meet the quality standards set by the company, while also ensuring compliance with industry regulations and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Join us in our mission to deliver top-tier products and services that make a positive impact on the construction industry.

Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Team Leader for our Quality Department with a strong focus on training and developing associates. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring the success and efficiency of the quality team by providing leadership, training, and performance feedback to team members. The Team Leader will assist with the daily operations and contribute to the overall success of our quality processes, ensuring that our products meet and exceed customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and Develop Team: Guide and support the team by communicating goals, deadlines, and expectations to ensure alignment with departmental objectives.
• Training and Development: Focus on training new associates and providing ongoing education for current team members to enhance their skills and performance in quality control tasks.
• Task Delegation: Organize and assign daily tasks to team members, ensuring efficient use of time and resources to meet quality standards.
• Performance Monitoring and Feedback: Assess team performance, conduct regular evaluations, and provide constructive feedback to help associates improve their performance and reach their potential.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all team members follow proper quality assurance procedures and company policies. Monitor the quality of work and make adjustments as necessary
• Collaborate with Other Departments: Work closely with other departments to communicate process changes, new programs, and policy updates to ensure consistency in operations.
• Problem-Solving and Troubleshooting: Assist in identifying and resolving any quality issues or challenges that arise within the team or across processes.
• Process Improvement: Continuously strive for improvement in quality procedures and team efficiency, contributing to the overall success of the department

Qualifications

Qualifications and Skills
•    High school diploma or equivalent required.
•    Additional training or certifications in Quality Control, Lean Manufacturing, or related fields is a plus.
•    Minimum 2 years of experience in a quality or assembly-related role, with a proven track record of mentoring or training team members.
•    Previous leadership or supervisory experience is preferred.
•    Leadership Skills: Ability to lead and motivate a team, providing clear direction and fostering a collaborative work environment.
•    Training Focus: Experience in effectively training associates, with the ability to create educational materials, lead workshops, and assess learning progress.
•    Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify root causes of issues and develop practical solutions.
•    Communication: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with team members and other departments effectively.
•    Technical Proficiency: Capable of interpreting charts, reports, and quality records. Able to operate and troubleshoot equipment related to quality control.
•    Attention to Detail: High attention to detail and focus on maintaining quality standards.
•    Safety Compliance: Strong commitment to workplace safety, adhering to safety standards and utilizing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
•    Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance.
•    Flexibility: Willingness to work extended hours or weekends as required to meet operational needs.
•    Self-directed with a strong sense of initiative.
•    Cooperative and positive attitude toward coworkers and management.
•    Focused on continual improvement in all areas of responsibility.
•    Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

This role offers a unique opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to a culture of continuous improvement in quality standards. If you are passionate about quality, training, and team leadership, we invite you to apply!