Position Description

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for aQuality Assurance Managerto join theData Center Power & Control Division Starline Teamin Reading, UK. The Quality Assurance Manager will lead Starline’s UK Quality Management Program to ensure world-class quality results. This individual will plan and direct activities associated with the development, application, and maintenance of quality standards for industrial processes, materials, products, and external suppliers within a global, certified integrated Management System.

What Will You Do?

• Responsible for development and implementation of activities that support “end to end” plant (execute)/group (strategic) quality objectives. Set and deploy annual and long-term strategic vision quality initiatives. Develop policy and procedures to support business goals.

• Prioritize and monitor the activities of Quality Department personnel that support plant objectives to ensure they are in alignment with the critical activities supporting plant objectives. Follow up and prioritize as needed by the plant. Analyze quality data and report results in terms of impact to the plant objectives and continuous improvement. Utilize quality tools to eliminate waste/scrap. Assure QA department is responsive to plant and customer needs.

• Assure the requirements of the quality management system are maintained within the company framework and ISO standard.

• Deploy standardized, formal problem solving tools (A3, 8D, “5 Whys”) and facilitate training to all appropriate individuals. Use problem solving tools as standard work in determining root cause analysis and short/long term preventative actions.

• Responsible for interfacing with suppliers and Customer Service as it relates to supplied parts and customer complaints.

• Responsible for supplier quality performance and provide support to the strategic quality onboarding of new vendors/suppliers.

• Interface with New Product Development and Plant Project Leaders to ensure the activities related to new products.

• Assure the Document Control System is maintained to support plant requirements.

• Ensures clear and timely communication with support personnel and senior management with regards to quality issues and corrective actions.

• Performs other similar and related duties as required.

Qualifications

Required Skills

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree, ideally associated with a discipline related to Quality, Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics.

• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor experience required.

  Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Proven track record (3+ Years) in high rate manufacturing environments of leading the quality efforts for major 9001 accredited businesses/corporations, with demonstrated tangible improved results that positively impacted business efficiencies and costs.

• Strong understanding of quality management principles, methodologies, and tools. Knowledge of APQP and its associated tool set.

• Strong organizational and time management skills, close attention to detail and be able to effectively handle multiple priorities.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.

• Strong computer skills, proficient with word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software, e-mail and meeting management software. Ability to use the internet and web based resources efficiently and effectively.

• Possess strong analytical skills and the ability to identify trends and establish proactive corrective actions. Demonstrated statistical analysis capabilities.

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills and be able to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization. An effective listener, able to maintain focus, extract necessary information and validate understanding of the information. Able to create effective reports, presentations and business correspondence and be comfortable presenting such to senior Wiremold/Legrand leadership and key customers. Strong executive presence.

• Possess excellent project management skills, including demonstrated ability to develop and manage to a project plan, establish priorities, work to deadlines and control a number of projects at various stages of work.

• Strong leadership skills, with demonstrated ability to supervise and manage others.

• Provide leadership, guidance, development and motivation to staff to achieve superior results and accomplish overall business objectives.

• Manages staff. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work, promotional and salary recommendations, coaching and developing talent, addressing complaints and resolving problems. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Coaches, trains and develops team members.

• Establishes and maintains employee performance standards. Works with employees to set goals and define development needs. Provides ongoing, timely feedback and periodic formal performance evaluations, per company guidelines.

  Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

• The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to the manufacturing areas where, under certain areas, the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and mandatory hearing protection are required.

• Up to 25% international travel may be required.

Company Info

About Legrand

Representing more than 150 years of innovation, Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our purpose is improving lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative and sustainable. Every day, over 39,000 Legrand employees work hard to enhance the buildings of tomorrow. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext ( Legrand SA EPA: LR ) with revenue of €7 billion, and products sold in 180 countries. For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand North and Central America (LNCA) employs over 6,500 associates in 50 locations, working across six divisions/sector: Audio Visual, Building Controls Systems, Data Power and Controls, Electrical Wiring Systems, and Lighting. We hold a leading position in every North American market we serve and focus on exceeding our customers’ needs within the commercial, residential, and industrial industries. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. LNCA is an employee-centered, growing company with tremendous opportunity. For more information, visit legrand.us

About Legrand’s Data Center Power and Control Division

The industry-leading brands of Approved Networks, Ortronics, Raritan, Server Technology, and Starline empower Legrand’s Data, Power & Control to produce innovative solutions for data centers, building networks, and facility infrastructures. Our division designs, manufactures, and markets world-class products for a more productive and sustainable future. The exceptional reliability of our technologies results from decades of proven performance and a dedication to research and development.

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LocationUK-Reading

Positions 1

Experience (Years) 3

Category Manufacturing