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Continuous Improvement Expert - Quality

AT Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric

Continuous Improvement Expert - Quality

Columbia, SC

Are you passionate about driving operational excellence and leading transformative change within a dynamic plant environment? We are seeking a dedicated individual to take on the pivotal role of Plant Quality Transformation Leader. In this role, you will be at the forefront of implementing Engineer-to-Order (ETO) standard processes, with a strong focus on quality and continuous improvement. You will play a key part in driving the plant's success and achieving operational objectives. If you are ready to make a significant impact and drive positive change, we encourage you to explore this exciting opportunity with us!

What will you do?
• Responsible for implementing Quality fundamentals to the site in alignment with Schneider Production System

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• Implement the ETO standard processes in the plant for the complete scope of Quality & Customer Satisfaction
o Coach & educate the plant CS&Q staff on standard processes value.
o Ensure the proper support (training, coaching) during the deployment phases.
o Challenge the status quo and develop the SPS spirit (curiosity, can do attitude, fail fast and try again, benchmark, best practices sharing, etc...).
• Develop & establish acceptable standards with defined limits of variation in quality of the material, size, weight, finish or other characteristics for goods or services, and maintain these standards.
o Make the SPS a CS&Q animation system in plant.
o Define the yearly ambition with Plant GM and follow up the plant improvement plan.
• Implement operational techniques and perform activities aimed both at monitoring a process and at eliminating causes of unsatisfactory performance at relevant stage of the quality loop
o Control plan robustness
o Focus on high RPN & customer return
• Follow up the C&SQ transformation action plan to cope with plant objectives and deliver the results.
o Focus on the critical improvements and make sure the momentum is there to deliver the expected results.
o Support the CS&Q manager to perform the necessary changes.
o Alert the Plant transformation leader in case of deviation vs the plan.

What qualifications will make you successful for this role?
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of experience in leadership role in CS&Q / Operations
• End to End view with the ability to define and deploy standard processes for all plant functions.
• Strong ability to influence and convince stakeholders. Resilient and curious.
• Demonstrated ability to drive change and deliver results - solid network management
• Team player - Team builder (functional leadership)
• Project Management

Schneider Electric offers a robust benefits package to support our employees, including things such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, 401(k)+ match, company stock option purchase+ match, and much more. Click here to find out more about working with us: http://se.com/us/careers .

We seek out and reward people for embracing diverse perspectives; delivering the highest quality innovations; aspiring to build a sustainable future for everyone; getting things done with accountability, speed, integrity, and always with the customer in mind; thinking deeply and differently, challenging the status quo and learning every day; and achieving together, collaborating with trust and openness. We're recognized around the world for welcoming people as they are. We create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity are seen as a real value for Schneider Electric.

Who will you report to?
• Plant Transformation Leader

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You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

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Client-provided location(s): Columbia, SC, USA
Job ID: Schneider_Electric-https://careers.se.com/jobs/84566?lang=en-us
Employment Type: Full Time