Head of Quality

Continental • Halstead, KS

3d

About The Position

We’re looking for a motivated team member who is eager to grow, learn, and make an impact. This role is a great opportunity for someone ready to take the next step in their career and apply their existing skills in new ways. We value curiosity, adaptability, and a strong desire to continue developing professionally. If you’re passionate about learning and contributing to a collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in Quality
• Experience leading teams (project, production etc.)
• Experience with Customer and Internal Audits
• Manage Quality systems and standards (ISO 9001, quality policies, systems, processes and tools)
• Skills in project management and process improvement.
• Knowledge of Quality Core Tools and Problem Solving Process.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• High level of intercultural skills and experience of team skills, conflict, and management
• Visa Sponsorship for Continental employees only.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all quality management activities for the plant/operations unit.
• Support of operational organization to achieve Quality Targets and continuous improvement.
• Ensure implementation of and compliance to external (ISO 9001or customer audits) and internal quality standards (e.g. CT quality system, equipment, tools, KPIs, etc.)
• Internal communication on all quality-related issues.
• Coordination and handling of internal and external incidents, including documentation in defined systems.
• Conduct of internal audits acc. to implemented standards.
• Assess and decide about the release of new products, new processes, and equipment affecting quality.
• Support of all projects to achieve Quality Targets and continuous improvement Qualification.
• Coordination of problem identification and action tracking within the framework of the A3 or 8D system.
• Ongoing, process-accompanying monitoring of the production quality level.
• Identification of targeted investment requirements for a sustainable increase in the quality level.
• Support and lead the Quality Team at the plant

Benefits

• Immediate Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance & Employee Discounts
• Employer 401(k) Match
• Competitive Bonus Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional
• And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level