A.W. Chesterton Company · 6 hours ago
Quality Assurance Specialist
Shreveport-BC Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$60K/yr - $75K/yr
4+ years expA.W. Chesterton Company is a longstanding manufacturer seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to develop and implement quality systems for their product lines. The role involves leading quality improvements, supervising inspectors, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while fostering a safe work environment.
IndustrialIndustrial ManufacturingMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Hiring Manager
Justin Crawford
Responsibilities
Provide quality leadership in the implementation/maintenance of the Chesterton Operating System
ISO 9001/ISO 14001 and other quality/industry standards
Achieve the company quality objectives for assigned product line
Provide support, direction, guidance and continuous improvement opportunities as appropriate to the product line by using data, Lean/6-Sigma concepts and the plan do check act methodology
Be responsible for measurements and notification of areas for improvement
Develop/implement Quality System improvements and problem solving techniques, changes, and corrective actions directly resulting in major productivity gains, claim reduction, cost reductions or solutions to complex problems within assigned functional/production line area
Successfully plan and assist in executing a range of assigned projects in support of new products, product line, sales, marketing and company objectives
Lead supplier quality improvements with the use of Supplied Scorecard and Incoming Inspection data. Document findings and corrective actions through NCMR and CAPA system
As needed assist in the preparation of documents, records and reports as required for certified orders. Follow up on all communications internally essential to operations
Assist in internal audits
Ensure a safe work environment by providing monthly training on safety initiatives
Supervise day-to-day activities of the Quality Inspectors and Quality Inspector Lead
Develops training plans with employees
Works closely with department manager and acts on the behalf of the Senior Mgr. in his/her absence
Responsible for disciplinary action and performance reviews
Makes recommendations for compensation for their group members
Assist Senior Manager in preparation of the yearly budget
Drive the development of productivity improvements for the group
Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the QC areas through the use of 5S tools
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
4 – 6 years experience in related industry
Continuous improvement Training – Lean & Sigma Training
Possess or willing to obtain a Black Belt in Six Sigma Quality
Leadership, interpersonal and presentation skills
Negotiation, arbitration, audit and contract skills with internal and external Customers
Verbal and written communication skills at all levels of the organization together with computer literary skills
Ability to use problem solving techniques as 5-Why and 8D to identify root cause and implementation of corrective actions
High degree of mechanical aptitude and ability
Familiarity and experience with basic inspection tools (calipers, height gages, optical comparator, CMM, etc.)
Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and database software programs
Well developed interpersonal and communication skills
Good initiative and judgment and an interest in continuous improvement
ISO9001 Lead Auditor
Lean & 6-Sigma Training
Preferred
Supervisory experience preferred but not required
Prior experience in Quality Engineering with good sales/marketing interaction in modern quality oriented environment a plus
Membership in a quality professional society/agency, i.e., ASQ-CQE, CQA desirable
Benefits
Work Today, get paid tomorrow - withdraw up to 30% of your earned daily wages the next day after you work rather than waiting for pay day!
Chesterton Student Loan Repayment Program
BCBS Medical Coverage
Delta Dental
401K savings plan with a Chesterton contribution
PTO including vacation sick, time, 11 paid holidays, and paid to time off to volunteer for causes
Vision insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
HSA & FSA options to cover additional medical costs
Parental leave for moms and dads to be
Hiring referral bonuses (up to $3,000 for select roles)
A host of other fringe benefits including legal services, pet insurance, Chesterton relief fund for employees in need, and more!
Company
A.W. Chesterton Company
Chesterton is a manufacturer of industrial fluid sealing systems, protective coatings performance industrial lubricants and MRO chemicals.
1001-5000 employees
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Andrew Chesterton
President & Chief Executive Officer
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