For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.
Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?
The Senior Quality Manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing enterprise wide quality assurance programs designed to ensure continuous improvement in production of products and conformance to all established standards in a high product mix environment. Drive capable, predictable, repeatable processes throughout the enterprise.
Responsibilities:
Lead a multi-year quality transformation, advancing the facility from Quality Control to Quality Assurance to operational excellence
Set and uphold quality standards to meet customer, regulatory, and Generac Quality Management System requirements
Own plant quality outcomes, including customer experience metrics, cost of quality reduction, compliance, and continuous improvement
Partner cross-functionally with plant, corporate quality, and suppliers to resolve issues and improve product and process quality
Establish quality goals, metrics, inspection/test methods, and standard tools; drive root-cause analysis and corrective actions
Report quality performance to senior leadership and customers while coaching teams and managing resources to achieve objectives
Minimal Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Operations Management or Industrial Technology;
7 years of progressive Engineering experience with a focus on quality management;
3 years of experience leading, mentoring and coaching individuals and teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree preferred; Quality Manager/Engineer certification and/or Six Sigma expertise
Strong ERP/MRP experience (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent) and working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Expert in Lean principles, continuous improvement methodologies, and cost-reduction initiatives
Deep knowledge of quality tools and processes (APQP, A3, 8D, 5 Whys, stage-gate product development)
Proven business acumen across high-mix/low-volume and high-volume/low-mix manufacturing environments
Experience working in global, matrixed organizations and collaborating across sites and functions
Strong analytical skills, data-driven decision making, ability to manage competing priorities, and mentor quality teams
Great Reasons to work for Generac:
Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more
State-of-the-art facility with an onsite gym, walking trails, café, free parking and many employee activities
Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers
Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits, many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line, while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators
Make a positive impact. Generac has always been community-minded and dedicated to giving back. The company proudly offers a Volunteer Time Off program, inviting team members to participate in charitable volunteer opportunities on company time.
We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.
We’re an inclusive company that celebrates differences and keeps equity and respect at the forefront.
“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Operations Management or Industrial Technology
- 7 years of progressive Engineering experience with a focus on quality management
- 3 years of experience leading, mentoring and coaching individuals and teams
What We Do
Generac is a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world. Our purpose is to lead the evolution to a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world through our backup and prime power systems. As a company, we are committed to sustainable, cleaner energy products poised to revolutionize the 21st century electrical grid. Founded in 1959, Generac introduced the first affordable backup generator and later created the category of automatic home standby generators. Generac’s people contribute to the company’s growth and success by living our corporate values everyday - integrity, innovation, agility, teamwork, and excellence. We foster a culture that supports diversity, equity, inclusivity, and good corporate citizenship, globally. If you're interested in powering your future with Generac, visit www.generac.com/about-us/careers to find a position that fits your career goals and celebrated talents. #PoweringPossibilities #ThePowerOfGenerac
