Job Description Summary
Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.
This is a visible role where you will demonstrate high energy, a can-do spirit, be detail orientated, and want to have influence on business outcomes.
The Manufacturing Quality Control Team Leader is responsible for ensuring that all products manufactured meet the necessary quality standards before delivery to customers. They will maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures, complying with local and legal regulations.
The Team Leader will be responsible, on their shift, for a team of Inspectors and will manage daily work schedules and prioritisation to support the production team.
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It is a demanding environment where sound decision making under pressure within the SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost) framework will be required. The Team Leader will ensure that the inspectors are motivated and aligned with business goals and strategy. They will work closely with production teams and quality control personnel to identify and resolve issues. Always getting to root cause and sustained countermeasures.
The team leader will identify & share best practice and will drive continuous improvement actions to completion.
Job Description
Responsibilities:
1. Inspection and Testing:
- Ensure that inspections of incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products take place to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications. Where necessary communicating required adjustments to production and supplier quality.
2. Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate records of inspections, tests, and other quality control activities.
- Prepare and submit detailed reports on inspection results and quality issues.
- Completing Nonconforming Reports including root cause analysis with cross functional teams.
3. Quality Control:
- Collaborate/Facilitate with production and engineering teams to address and resolve quality issues.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and manufacturing processes.
4. Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Assist in the development and implementation of quality control procedures and protocols.
5. Training and Support:
- Provide guidance and support to production staff on quality control processes and best practices.
- Assist in training new employees in quality inspection techniques and standards.
Qualifications:
- HND/HNC, Certified Quality Engineer, or relevant experience.
- Desirable: Lean, Six Sigma or TQM.
Skills:
- Prior experience in quality inspection or related field within an Engineering manufacturing environment.
- SAP experience.
- Experience of managing small teams.
- Improvement Techniques: Charts, Controls, Diagrams, Improvement Methods, Sampling and Problem Solving, Statistical Process Control.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills.
Working Conditions:
- The work is shift based and 5 days onsite.
- This position may requires standing for extended periods and will involve exposure to the production floor.
- Attending meetings and reporting as necessary to support the business.
- May require lifting and carrying materials and equipment.
- Occasional travel might be necessary to support quality actions.
About GE Grid Solutions:
At GE Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.
Why we come to work:
At GE Renewable Energy, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we're always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you'll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you'll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.
What we offer:
A key role in a dynamic, international working environment.
Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities - including private health insurance.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No