What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Lead position at UNITED ALLOY INC.?
ABOUT UNITED ALLOY
United Alloy is a preferred designer, manufacturer and powder coater of certified metal tanks, skids, frames, trailers, chassis, and related products crafted to world-class quality standards in strategic partnership with Fortune 500 OEM customers. UA products are proudly “Made in the USA”. In addition to being made in the USA, UA is also 9001 certified, and has been recognized as a WBENC woman/minority owned business.
CULTURE
United Alloy empowers and entrusts our employees to manage the responsibilities of both their work and home lives. We are an agile team that produces extraordinary results, setting the standard in safety, quality, productivity, and profitability. Employees act with a sense of ownership, take initiative to problem solve and is committed to the company’s mission, their team and themselves.
United Alloy is supportive and encouraging of our employees, we are able to help make their dreams become a reality. At UA, every employee matters to us. We want everyone to have their own success story in their personal and professional lives. It’s one way that makes us an actively engaged team, inspired to win together.
Be a part of an exciting growth initiative as we expand our operations with the opening of a new, state-of-the-art facility in Union, OH. This is your chance to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organization and building a strong foundation for success.
SUMMARY
Under the leadership of the Quality Supervisor, the primary role of the Quality Lead is the development and mentorship of the Quality Assurance team. Develop and administer internal and external regulations, protocols, and policies. Ensure products flow the process start to finish while confirming all parts processed at each stage of operations adhere to Engineering/Quality expectations. Ensures manufactured product meets or exceeds customer expectations. The candidate must be considered actively engaged and embrace United Alloy’s Character and Culture vision.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Lead, mentor team members and understand all roles in the Quality department – Auditors, Quality Tech’s, Calibration Tech’s and Final Inspector Roles.
- Ability to create/modify new or existing forms, instructions, and procedures as needed.
- Ensure required checks are being completed to the customer and/or UA requirements.
- Participate in cost control/process improvement teams as Quality Subject Matter Expert.
- Identify and disposition non-conforming product.
- Assist in gage calibration, quality inventory, and tooling as needed.
- Verify proper record retention.
- Assists in the plant wide communication of quality alerts/concerns.
- Assists with quality meetings/huddles.
- Has the authority to stop production when nonconforming product is detected.
- Other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU BRING
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required, Associate’s degree or higher preferred.
- 20/20 vision in at least one eye and must not be color blind required.
(Magnifying lenses (readers, cheaters, etc..) are allowed if the employee normally uses them to read)
- 5 years of experience in a related Quality Function.
- Former lead or supervisory experience preferred.
- Functional experience and use of measurement equipment (Tape measure, Caliper, Protractor, etc.)
- Experience with Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs)
- The individual must have a solid understanding of metal fabrication concepts and processes.
- The individual must possess a keen sense of attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, 2D, and 3D modeling.
- Experience with Microsoft suite (Excel, Word, etc..).
- 12 Expected Behaviors of Actively Engaged Person – 100% Responsible, Trustworthy, Team Player, Clear Communicator, Empathy, Humility, Emotional Self-Control, Resolves Conflict Directly, Positive Attitude, Respects Others, Problem Solver, and Agile.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This will be an onsite position in Union, WI.
- If selected for the role, a drug screen and physical will be conducted pre-hire.
BENEFITS
We offer competitive starting wages, a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, and a variety of exciting perks.
- Medical, dental and vision
- Generous Responsible Time Off (RTO) policy
- 401(k) with company match
- Quarterly Bonus Program
- Company paid holidays
