LEER - Manager, Quality

JB Poindexter & Co•Milton, PA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

LEER GROUP is North America’s largest manufacturer and supplier of fiberglass and aluminum truck caps and tonneaus for residential and commercial applications. The group is comprised of eight companies: LEER, Snugtop, Bedslide, Pace Edwards, Century, Raider, and StateWide Windows. Together, these companies have manufacturing plants in Pennsylvania, Indiana, Washington, and Oregon, and sell through more than 1,300 independent dealers to individuals, small businesses, exporters, new car and truck dealerships, and fleet operators. Founded in the late 1960s, LEER is the most widely recognized brand name in the truck cap industry and the number-one selling brand of pickup truck caps and tonneau covers in the country. LEER truck caps are custom-manufactured in Indiana, and Pennsylvania and delivered to more than 800 independent LEER retailers. The industry leader in innovation, quality and customer service, LEER offers the industry’s most complete selection of truck caps for consumer and commercial use, fiberglass tonneaus, retractable tonneau covers, and a soft roll-up cover. With its wide range of products, dozens of standard and optional features, and its partnerships with racking and storage solutions companies such as Thule, LEER offers products that appeal to a large and diverse customer base. Customized ordering ensures LEER can create a truck cap or tonneau for urban or rural use that appeals to families, hunters and fishermen, cyclists and boating enthusiasts or anyone who needs a stylish, well-built cargo solution. For its commercial and fleet customers, LEER offers truck caps customized with dozens of trade-related options and storage systems. A subsidiary of J.B. Poindexter, a privately held diversified manufacturing company, LEER Group offers a vast variety of career opportunities, internally as well as within the J.B. Poindexter family of companies. We offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability plans, 401K, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and more. We pride ourselves in team member development, performance, recognition, and a culture of diversity and respect. Whether you are taking the next step of your career or just beginning, joining LEER Group’s winning team means being part of a great home away from home. You will be challenged. You will be proud.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, quality, or related technical discipline preferred.
Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing quality, preferably in fiberglass, composites, paint, or metal fabrication.
Hands-on experience with fiberglass layup, lamination, finishing, and aluminum fabrication processes strongly preferred.
Experience conducting quality checks, process audits, and PDCA-based continuous improvement projects.
Familiarity with ISO 9001 principles and structure; formal certification not required.
Strong analytical, statistical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities across all levels.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); Power BI, Minitab, or SPC software a plus.
Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
Self-motivated and able to “figure it out” in dynamic manufacturing environments.
Balances strategic process improvement with hands-on quality engagement.
Occasional travel (10–20%).
Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings or weekends.
Ability to work safely in a production environment with noise, dust, odors, and fumes.
Commitment to LEER’s safety culture and principle: Never walk past an unsafe act.

Nice To Haves

CQE (Certified Quality Engineer) or Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead daily in-process quality checks and inspections across fiberglass and aluminum operations — including mold inspection, lamination, prep, paint, final finish, assembly, and transportation.
Partner with production teams to identify and resolve issues in real time using PDCA and structured problem-solving tools (5-Why, Fishbone, DMAIC, PPS).
Conduct and document first-piece, in-process, and final audit inspections to verify conformance to standards and specifications.
Support and verify corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) through PDCA review and follow-up audits.
Maintain control plans, inspection standards, and check sheets to reinforce process consistency.
Foster a culture of defect prevention, accountability, and quality ownership on the floor.
Collect, analyze, and interpret production and quality data (scrap, defects, rework, warranty, FPY).
Track and communicate improvement progress through PDCA-based reports, trend charts, and dashboards.
Present quality performance data and root cause findings to senior management.
Use data to monitor the “Check” and “Act” phases of PDCA cycles and ensure sustainability of improvements.
Provide visual management tools such as Pareto charts, control charts, and trend analysis to support data-driven decision-making.
Plan, schedule, and execute internal quality audits to ensure adherence to the principles and discipline of ISO 9001 (certification not required), as well as LEER’s internal standards and customer requirements.
Conduct layered process audits (LPAs), 5S audits, and workstation verifications to maintain process control and consistency.
Document audit findings, coordinate corrective actions, and validate closure through PDCA-based follow-up.
Maintain and improve quality procedures, inspection criteria, and work instructions to support a structured and disciplined quality system.
Participate in supplier and customer reviews to communicate quality expectations and improvements.
Ensure that all quality documentation supports traceability, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Champion PDCA (Plan–Do–Check–Act) as the foundation of LEER’s continuous improvement system.
Lead and facilitate PDCA problem-solving projects addressing recurring defects or process gaps.
Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and SPC methods to reduce variation, improve first-pass yield, and enhance process capability.
Lead or support Kaizen events, process validations, and quality improvement workshops.
Partner with design and manufacturing engineering on new product introductions to ensure manufacturability and quality readiness.
Identify and share best practices across fiberglass and aluminum production teams.
Train production personnel on inspection techniques, visual standards, PDCA methodology, and quality awareness.
Promote operator self-inspection and ownership of quality.
Conduct refresher training following audit results or process updates.
Foster a culture of engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the plant.