Location
Kennesaw, GA | United States
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Job Description
Copeland’s approach to quality is established within structured methodology that provides a consistent, documented, and auditable platform for operations with the capability to manage risk and change. This framework is supported by a range of project delivery and management systems.
The Senior Quality Manager will lead a global team that will advance quality systems and partner across all functions.
AS A SENIOR QUALITY MANAGER, YOU WILL: - Streamlining and continually improving existing quality policies, procedures, and instructions
- Integrating technical excellence into every aspect of the project lifecycle
- Working closely with Operations, Engineering, Product Safety, and Supply Chain throughout the product lifecycle
- Developing and maintaining documented information that reflects Electronics and Controls Management System that meets the requirements of ISO 9001, coordinating internal technical audit teams and quality certification processes as well as additional agency requirements such as: CSA, ASME and PED as examples.
- Leading the Quality team of Quality Engineers and Supplier Quality Engineers.
- Functionally leading Facility Quality Managers in Mexico, Canada (Montreal) and El Paso.
- Interacting frequently with the Quality team for US/Eupore to share and standardize best practices.
- Coaching and developing direct reports as well as setting expectations on the development of all quality professionals globally
- Providing direction on the development of solutions to problems which have been defined, but where investigation is often required to clarify possible complex interfaces and solutions desired.
- Applying continual improvement principles and techniques, using data analysis, understanding, and applying statistical methods (DMAIC, 5S+1, 8D, Process Capability Analysis, SPC, MSA, FMEA, Lean techniques, etc.)
- Providing the quality and reliability related requirements/metrics as part of the New Product Development (NPD) process and the related phase/gate reviews
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCES & SKILLS: - Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, or related field
- At least 3 years’ experience as a Plant Quality Manager
- An additional 3 years’ experience leading, implementing and managing enterprise-wide Quality Management Systems for large-scale, global, matrixed organizations.
- Extensive experience in and knowledge of quality management principles and methodologies including ISO 9001, Six Sigma and Lean
- Strong proficiency in project management approaches and tools
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and facilitation skills
- Experience partnering closely with and advising senior leadership and executives.
- Proven problem solving and root cause identification skills.
- Strong analytic and decision-making abilities
- Proven ability to influence others, work effectively with all levels in an organization, and move teams toward a common vision or goal.
- Ability to travel and work together with the plant locations, customers and suppliers to resolve difficult quality or reliability problems with complex product components, processes, or materials.
- Legal work authorization in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this role.
- The ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
Preferred Education, Experiences & Skills - MBA or related advanced degree
- HVACR Industry Experience
- Member of American Society for Quality (ASQ), Certified Quality Engineer, Quality Manager, or Reliability Engineer
- Speaks Spanish
WHO YOU ARE / REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: The ideal candidate will have the following competencies:
- Ensures Accountability,
- Communicates Effectively
- Customer Focus
- Optimizes Work Processes
SCHEDULE: We offer the flexibility of a core hour work schedule. Employees can flex their start and stop times given they are working during the core hours of 9:00am - 3:00pm. Our teams work together to ensure their chosen work schedules are supporting our customers. This role has a travel requirement of 25% of its time.
Why Work in the Greater Metro Atlanta Area Our facility is located in Kennesaw, GA, which is conveniently located within driving distance to Atlanta and historic downtown Kennesaw. The area offers excellent school systems, an abundance of outdoor walking trails, and low crime rates to create a family-friendly environment. The area is surrounded by several growing communities, with restaurants, festivals, shopping, and outdoor activities that make them exciting places to live and work.
About Our Location Our Cold Chain business unit, headquartered in Kennesaw, is the leading provider of electronic controls and optimization services for supermarket, convenience store, restaurant, and refrigerated transportation customers and the OEMs that serve them. The business unit is comprised of multiple acquisitions organized to add value to Copeland’s world-leading products through control, connectivity, and remote monitoring. The business generates half of its revenue outside of North America and employs over 1,200 people globally. Headquartered in the Greater Atlanta area, the business has major operations in Minnesota, Italy, Mexico, Brazil, China, and the Philippines. The Cold Chain business helps ensure that food safely and efficiently travels from farm to fork. With the blend of businesses and functions
represented under this one roof, there are many opportunities for advancement within the Kennesaw location.
About Us Our Commitment to Our People Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.
Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.
Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Copeland, we believe having a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment is critical to our success. We are committed to creating a culture where every employee feels welcomed, heard, respected, and valued for their experiences, ideas, perspectives and expertise. Ultimately, our diverse and inclusive culture is the key to driving industry-leading innovation, better serving our customers and making a positive impact in the communities where we live.
Work Authorization Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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About Copeland We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.
Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!
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