At Greene, Tweed, you'll find the cutting-edge technology, world-class polymer expertise and endless advancement opportunities you'd expect from a multi-national industry leader. You'll find them all in an environment that embraces diversity in people and opinions, moves decision making to the point of impact, and celebrates your success.

If you enjoy continuous learning and are excited about working with and creating technological solutions, explore career opportunities with Greene, Tweed.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:  

Work cross functionally with business and site leadership to establish and execute a global quality strategy including development and deployment of QA objectives to all levels of the organization.Specifically responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the quality systems and processes that ensure the delivery of high-quality products and services. Establish and document the quality standards, procedures, and guidelines that comply with the relevant regulations, industry best practices, and customer expectations. Oversee the quality audits, inspections, and certifications that verify the compliance and effectiveness of the quality systems and processes. Drive continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS) for all Manufacturing operations.  Maintain all quality certifications (ISO/AS 9001, IEC17025, NADCAP, etc.)Support Lean Six Sigma (LSS) and related initiatives, including but not limited to mentoring and championing Six Sigma and Lean Projects.Drive Continuous Improvement actions to reduce and ultimately eliminate Quality escapes and Scrap.Drive the effective and efficient resolution of all Customer generated quality complaints using robust problem-solving methods and techniques (8-D, FEMA, etc.)Represent Greene Tweed in customer communications for both proactive and reactive quality improvement activities.Work closely with Procurement team members to ensure that all Supplier-created quality issues are effectively and efficiently investigated and resolved.Ensure Suppliers audits are completed when needed.Drive capability, within team, for robust problem-solving skills and methodology.Maintain and improve Greene Tweed’s Material Testing function ensuring on time delivery of products with compliance to required standards.Support project teams to ensure successful launch of new products in the market.Support collaboration to design and implement process optimization strategies to enhance efficiency, reduce cycle time and improve product quality.Ensure collaboration between engineering, production, and quality assurance teams to develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.Monitor and analyze process performance metrics, such as cycle time, yield and scrap rate and develop strategies to meet or exceed targets.Develop team members to improve business performance and establish a pipeline for succession.Specifically recruit, train, coach, and motivate the quality staff and ensure they have the necessary skills, knowledge, and competencies to perform their duties. Allocate and monitor the quality budget, resources, and equipment and ensure they are used efficiently and effectively.

Required Minimum Qualifications

Education/Certifications: 

Bachelor’s Degree required (in a technical discipline)Master’s degree preferred

Skills and Experience: 

Minimum of 10 years in a quality-related management position. 2-10 years experience in a manufacturing setting.Experience in production management preferred.Six Sigma or Lean Green Belt Certification or higher required.Six Sigma or Lean Black Belt Certification preferred.Experience and background with ISO, TS, and AS Quality System Certifications required.  ASQ Certification and/or affiliation desired.Experience in Aerospace, Semiconductor, Thermoplastics, Elastomers strongly preferredExcellent problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to identify and resolve complex process issues.Working knowledge of process safety, risk assessment and compliance with regulatory standards.Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Ability to travel (domestic & international) up to 25%.

Job Environment: Select from drop down menus below to briefly summarize work environment and physical/mental requirements necessary.

Physical Requirements:         

            Standing                                   Frequently (46-100%)

            Sitting                                      Frequently (46-100%)

            Lifting                                      Up to 25lbs without assistance

            Carrying                                   Up to 25lbs without assistance

            Walking                                   Occasionally (16-45%)

            Hearing                                     Ability to detect noises with or without corrective device(s)

            Vision                                      Clarity of vision, with or without corrective lenses

Mental Requirements:           

            Problem Solving                       Frequently (46-100%)

            Making Decisions                     Ability to make decisions that have a significant impact

            Supervise                                 Rarely (0-15%)

            Interpret Data                           Frequently (46-100%)

            Organize                                  Frequently (46-100%)

            Read/Write                               Frequently (46-100%)

            Communication                        Frequently (46-100%)

Work Environment

            High Temperatures                   Rarely (0-15%)

            Low Temperatures                    Rarely (0-15%)

            Noises                                      Moderate (business office with computers, printers and light office noises)

            Fumes Exposure                       Rarely (0-15%)

Required Minimum Qualifications 

This position requires U.S. Person status as defined by applicable law for authorized access to data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).  A U.S. Person includes U.S. Citizens, U.S. Nationals, lawful permanent residents, and workers granted refugee or asylum status in the United States.  

Note:  This Job Description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by the Supervisor.  All requirements are subject to change and updates.

We also provide eligible employees with a competitive benefits package that includes health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401k savings plan, life and disability insurance, tuition assistance and more, to meet the diverse needs of all employees and their family members.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Greene, Tweed is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other federally protected class.

Drug Free Workplace:

Greene, Tweed is a Drug Free Workplace.  Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation subject to federal, state, and local laws.

NOTE: Greene, Tweed is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities, unless they have a written agreement for the position they are contacting us about. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at GT without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of Greene, Tweed, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Greene, Tweed as a result of the referral or through other means.