KONE, founded in 1910, is one of the largest, award-winning elevator companies in the world and our offering for employees is as competitive as our offering for customers. Not only do we provide highly competitive salaries, company vehicles for specific roles, and world-class benefits for our salaried employees - we also pride ourselves on our culture and principles. Innovation, sustainability, collaboration, and ethical business practices are just some of the pillars that we use to define our own success. Come join our family in KONE Americas to be a part of something big!
JOB OVERVIEW
The Head of Supplier Quality & Safety, America is the team leader of the Supplier Quality Management (SQM) team located in the Americas region. In this role, the person will drive supplier development and continuous improvement in the Americas. Also, the role will drive corrective & preventive actions (CAPA) for suppliers’ issues claimed by various sources such as KONE frontline, factories and suppliers. The individual will also ensure reporting and following up on CAPA pertaining to import components quality issues with the source’s Americas SQM team.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Monitor supplier quality performances, and KPIs for the suppliers in the Americas - this includes the following:
Collaborate with supplier quality contact and provide Americas-level feedback on agreed CAPA matters abd critical issues.
Review SQM CAPA process, to guarantee proper CAPA practices such as 5 Why, fishbones, DMAIC
Record and share lessons learned regarding critical issues addressed and observations for ways of working which have been proven effective for process improvements.
Drive supplier maturity development and continual improvement at suppliers located in the Americas - this includes specific KONE projects including:
Supplier Maturity 2.0 implementation.
Supplier-related Lean and 6-Sigma projects
Organize regular audits of existing suppliers to assess compliance with quality standards and identify areas for improvement and work with suppliers to implement corrective actions.
Monitor and report on supplier performance metrics.
Ensure suppliers are certified with applicable quality standards and regulatory local requirements (Safety, Environmental, etc.).
Coordinate necessary activities when verification/assessments are needed at supplier manufacturing sites in the respective Area.
Supporting procurement in new supplier scouting.
Conduct various management and administrative duties aligned with the role.
HIRING REQUIREMENTS
Master's degree in engineering, 6 Sigma Green or Black Belt, Lean and expertise in Quality System management.
5-10 years in a relevant industry in progressive roles including management.
Possesses both verbal and written language proficiency in English (Finnish language is a plus).
· Master's degree in manufacturing technology or relevant experience
· 6 Sigma (Green Belt or ideally BB)
· Lean knowledge
· Quality systems knowledge such as ISO / Automotive Industry standard
About KONE
At KONE, we foster an innovative and collaborative culture, valuing each individual's contribution. Employee engagement and sustainability are key focuses, promoting ethical practices and mutual respect. We're proud to offer experiences and opportunities to help you achieve career and personal goals while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
We hire diverse individuals because we believe diversity drives innovation.
We value your authentic self.
Diversity, equity and inclusion is embedded in our strategy and values.
Collaborative, creative, and supportive work environment.
Passionate about safety, quality, and innovation
We care about the communities where we live and work.
Just some of our many benefits include:
Competitive salary
Flexible work schedule
Opportunities to learn and grow
401K Employer Match
401k Employer Non-elective Contribution
Well-being Program
Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance
Digital Health Solutions & Telehealth
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Family & Medical Leave
Parental Leave
Leave to Care for a Domestic Partner
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
Company Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability
Buy-Up Long-term Disability
Critical Illness Insurance
Hospital Indemnity & Accident Insurance
Identity Theft Protection
Legal Insurance
KONE Credit Union
Tuition Reimbursement
Commuter Benefits
Annual Base Pay Range:
The hiring range for this role is $160,320.00 to $220,440.00 USD. The compensation package offered will depend on the candidate’s ability to meet the requirements of the role and a range of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to their skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and location.
Variable Compensation
KONE Annual Bonus plan (60/40) @ 20% incentive target based on achievement of company goals and individual goals.
Come share your passion and energy to make a positive impact at KONE for our customers and your career!
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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.
Read more on www.kone.com/careers
Kone Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive across many roles and markets, with field positions sometimes benefiting from overtime and strong union scales. Feedback suggests base compensation is often a relative positive even when other factors vary.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs, including 401(k) and in some regions pension or annuity structures, are consistently highlighted as strong. Feedback suggests these elements meaningfully enhance the overall package.
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Healthcare Strength — Core health coverage is viewed as comprehensive, commonly including medical, dental, and vision options. Feedback suggests a global well‑being framework and EAP resources further reinforce health-related support.
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What We Do
At KONE, our mission is to improve the flow of urban life. This means understanding urbanization and, together with our partners and customers, helping cities to become better and more sustainable places to live. As a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, KONE provides elevators, escalators and automatic building doors, as well as solutions for maintenance and modernization to add value to buildings throughout their life cycle. Through more effective People Flow®, we make people's journeys safe, convenient and reliable, in taller, smarter buildings. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, we operate in more than 60 countries around the world, employ over 60,000 people and serve 550,000 customers. In 2022, KONE had annual sales of EUR 10.9 billion. KONE class B shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. in Finland.
