MB Associate, Assembly Quality

Location: Ferdinand

For more than 70 years, Master Brand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. We are the #1 manufacturer of residential cabinets in North America, and our associates produce the most comprehensive portfolio of superior cabinetry products for the kitchen, bath and other parts of the home. Come see why our associates love working

Description:

The Quality Associate works within the Ferdinand Quality System, using analysis and statistical techniques, to assist in the continual improvement of the manufacturing processes. This individual will also assist in solving problems, controlling variables, and providing candid & accurate feedback that are critical to quality. This is an entry-level position on dayshift at our Ferdinand, Indiana location.

Organizational Relationship:

This position will report to the area Superintendent.

Accountabilities:

Actively participate in the Layered Process Audits and work towards resolution of open items

Interacts with Group Leaders, Team Leaders, and Engineering in the identification and resolution of product quality problems

Interacts with internal and external customers to resolve quality problems

Participate in the Customer Complaint Analysis Lead and track daily/weekly operational metrics (X-Rite readings, PPM, QA boards, North Star, OOCA, OBKA, color checks, etc.)Lead and record activities for Quality Round Table meetings (Bi-Weekly)
Visit customers at job sites as required

Periodically review specifications and Standard Operating Sheets (SOS) etc. for accuracy and revisions

Support Ferdinand Operation employees as needed to interpret specifications and solve problems

Support the Ferdinand Quality System by performing tasks to ensure compliance and initiate continuous improvement of the system

Provide accurate information and feedback to all Business Units and Ferdinand Operations Leadership Team Provide training/coaching on quality related issues to Ferdinand production associates and management

Lead and/or participate in Kaizen improvement events

Generate, modify, and complete Standard Operating Sheets (SOS)
Report out on projects using the A3 project management process / format

All other duties as may be assigned at management's discretion

Knowledge,

Skills and Experience:

Ability to apply and interpret statistical data Computer skills (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) required

Must be a team player with strong written and verbal communication skills

Must have the ability to actively initiate, lead, and participate in problem solving activities

Must be able to give candid feedback and report findings of non-compliance to the Ferdinand Quality System Ability to maintain the professional competence, knowledge, and skill necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities

Must have the ability to deliver a formal project status presentation to MBCI Leadership Two years’ experience within a manufacturing environment preferred

Education:

High School Graduate or Equivalent Equal Employment Opportunity Master Brand  Cabinets LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Master Brand Cabinets LLC’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.

Master Brand Cabinets LLC also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Master Brand Cabinets LLC’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Reasonable Accommodations Master Brand  Cabinets LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact us at
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