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Quality Manager

19.12.2024

At PALFINGER, we have been lifting people and goods to a new level for over 90 years - with a pioneering and passionate spirit. As a global technology and engineering company, we are the world's leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative crane and lifting solutions. Our success is based on the tireless efforts of our approximately 12,700 employees, who contribute their ideas and energy to our vision. With us, you can expect a dynamic working environment full of opportunities for personal and professional development. Become part of our team and start your career at PALFINGER.

Palfinger is seeking a Quality Manager experienced in metal fabrication, welding and assembly processes to join the team at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Council Bluffs, IA.

As a part of the plant Operations Leadership Team, the Quality Manager is responsible for supporting the plant Quality functions by driving both tactical and strategic programs in collaboration with plant and regional leadership. Additionally, the Quality Manager leads and manages the quality assurance and quality control teams.

The Quality Manager reports to the Plant Manager and has a functional dotted line of responsibility to the Regional Quality Manager.

Your Responsibilities

Collect, Chart, report, manage and analyze internal quality, and warranty results including root cause analysis and preventive measures on a regular basis
Own and manage the plant Incoming Quality, Internal Quality, MRB (Material Review Board), final Product Quality and Warranty as it relates to plant quality
Develop inspection plans and tools according to product requirements from FMEA (Failure Mode and Effect Analysis), control plans, receiving, internal and final inspections data, along with warranty data
Observe root cause analysis process through to completion – plant-plant/plant-supplier and plant to customer together with supplier quality management for supplier and internally manufactured parts
Initiate and manage quality improvement processes

Your Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Management, Manufacturing Engineering or related field
Minimum 5 - 10 years of quality management experience
Experience using statistical process control (SPC) and process capability studies (CPK) to identify opportunities in all quality data
Quality certifications such as CMQ/OE, CQE, CSSGB or CSSBB preferred
Ability to travel up to 15%

What We Offer

Competitive compensation and performance rewards
Comprehensive Benefits package with flexible options
Opportunity for continuous learning and career growth
Environment of a results oriented environment through respect, integrity, transparency, Inclusion and Support

This job posting describes the general nature of work performed by employees within this classification. The information on this posting is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of all responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.

PALFINGER is not utilizing any external recruiting agencies for this opportunity.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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