Overview
Quality Supervisor Jobs in Fairfield, Connecticut, USA at Sacred Heart University
and the job listing expires on March 20, 2025.
Implement and manage quality systems and lead continuous improvement activity. Ensure quality and technical objectives are properly deployed. Supervise activities and training of quality technicians.
We’d love to meet you if…
… you’re energized by big challenges and creating a plan to meet the challenge
… you enjoy working with others to deliver great work
… you’re innovative and looking for a values-driven, positive culture and environment
In this position you will have the opportunity to:
Perform all work in accordance with safety rules and regulations and participate in facility health & safety activities as assigned.
Be pro-active in identifying and performing tasks to maintain and improve safety, quality and environmental performance.
Ensure SSOPs and JSAs exist and are updated for all quality tasks. Ensure required training for Quality Technicians is completed and documented according to policies.
Manage a large scope of work, volume of activity, and direct reports.
Manage scope of project work, analysis, or report writing.
Provide safety, quality, and environmental training for Quality Technicians.
Lead process and product tests/trials as assigned. Compile, analyze, and report trial test results as required.
Define and implement procedures to support quality initiatives. Establish and maintain a comprehensive program that will ensure consistent product quality under certifying agency guidelines.
Ensure plant compliance with all internal product specifications, and corporate quality policies.
Manage quality systems to assure consistent process and product performance while maintaining maximum production and safe work habits.
Manage plant calibration and verification schedules for process and lab instruments. Lead and deploy process optimization (cost reduction, new technology, etc.), statistical analysis, continuous process improvement, and experimental design.
Support and assist in troubleshooting sources of Special Cause variation.
Supervise work activities for plant Quality Technicians.
Train, coach, and assist in the development of plant Quality Technicians.
Manage quality records, databases, and controlled documents in accordance with corporate record retention policies.
Manage and maintain quality records and databases in compliance with business, corporate, and certifying agency requirements.
Generate routine quality reports for internal communication.
Assist in the plant quality self-assessment.
Assume responsibilities of Quality Manager in their absence.
What do I need to be successful?
5+ years quality related experience.
Thorough knowledge of quality system.
Thorough knowledge of LP and APA quality policies & standards.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment and basic mechanical ability.
Knowledge of customer requirements, installation requirements, compliance regulations, quality processes and procedures.
Skill in leading, planning, coaching, training, and supervising. Ability to hold people accountable.
Skill in data analysis and troubleshooting.
Knowledge and understanding of statistical process controls.
Proven ability to design experiments to investigate product attributes or qualities/conditions.
Strong computer spreadsheet software and SPC software skills.
Proven ability to document process changes and their effects.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Forest Products, Engineering, Wood Science or related field preferred.
ASQ Certification, Lean Six Sigma Training, or other applicable training desirable.
Adequate combination of experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities.
Manufacturing plant environment – sometimes with weather related hot/cold temperatures.
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Title: Quality Supervisor
Company: Sacred Heart University
Location: Fairfield, Connecticut, USA
Category: Quality Assurance – QA/QC (Quality Engineering, Quality Control / Manager), Manufacturing / Production (Quality Engineering)
