Supplier Quality Manager, Glass and Hardware

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in North Carolina.

📋 Description

• Direct supplier coaching initiatives aimed at enhancing quality processes, preventing defects, and optimizing performance.

• Design and implement training programs for suppliers focusing on quality control techniques, 8D problem-solving, and root cause analysis.

• Mentor suppliers on material and component specifications and ensure compliance with requirements.

• Assist suppliers in improving processes and meeting compliance standards.

• Develop corrective and preventive action plans in collaboration with suppliers.

• Perform supplier audits and provide follow-up coaching sessions.

• Execute supplier development roadmaps and monitor progress toward achieving zero defects and quality excellence.

• Work alongside Strategic Sourcing to identify, approve, and integrate new suppliers.

• Facilitate supplier innovation and improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing cost efficiency and optimizing processes.

• Support new product introductions and the qualification of materials/components.

• Advocate for continuous improvement and ensure suppliers are accountable for their quality performance.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Discipline, or a related field is required.

• Six Sigma Black Belt certification is preferred.

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in roles related to supplier quality or manufacturing quality.

• In-depth expertise in training, coaching, and mentoring suppliers is essential.

• Ability to analyze supplier data effectively and spearhead performance improvement strategies.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to influence and educate suppliers.

• Willingness to travel domestically, with a requirement of 25% to 50% travel.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, quality systems, and supplier management tools.

• Strong knowledge of window hardware components, such as hinges, locks, handles, and sealing systems.

• Experience in glass manufacturing processes, including tempering, coating, insulating, and structural glazing applications.

• Familiarity with quality standards pertaining to glass thickness, coatings, durability, and optical clarity.

• Expertise in thermal performance and energy efficiency related to window glass and hardware integration.

• Understanding of AAMA and NFRC regulations, specifically regarding compliance for residential glass applications.

🏝️ Benefits

• Bonus

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits available starting on day 1

• 401(k) plan

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Paid holidays

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Life insurance coverage

• Long-term disability (LTD)

• Short-term disability (STD)

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Discount programs

• Tuition reimbursement

• Training opportunities

• Professional development support