Quality Lab Team Leader

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$55,000.00/yr - $70,000.00/yr

Field is a family-owned global supplier of fasteners, "C" commodities, inventory management services, and technical support. We currently have locations in Rockford, IL (headquarters), Texas, South Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Mexico, and Taiwan. For over 30 years, Field has grown an average of 19% annually because of its dedication to lowering our customers overall cost and improving quality through a technical approach to fasteners.

By joining Field, you will experience an exceptional culture built on Integrity, Commitment, Teamwork, Innovation, Flexibility, and Fun! Field was recognized by INC. magazine as one of the fastest growing privately owned companies in the USA. Field has been recognized nationally by Great Places to Work as one of the Best Small Companies in America, ranking #8 nationally among small companies and #5 nationally among manufacturing/production companies.

For several years, Field has been recognized locally by the Rockford Register Star as one of the top Employers in the area. At Field, having a great culture is more than a priority – it’s everything. For more information about our culture and company, please watch this Culture Video. All full-time positions at Field are eligible for benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Life Coaching, paid Vacation, paid Holidays, paid Volunteer Time, quarterly Bonuses, and more!

Visit our Careers page for a complete list of benefit offerings.

Lead a team of Quality Technicians to ensure adherence to the Quality Operating System and to serve as a technical resource to internal and external customers. Provide leadership and expertise in determining proper procedures and in communicating results. Drive process improvements and conduct effective training to team members. This position reports to:
Director of Quality. This position has direct reports:
Yes.

Location:

Machesney Park, IL. FLSA Hourly/Salary:
Starting Salary range 55,.

• Commit to FIELD’s Mission Statement and Core Values.
• Analyze and interpret data related to fastener product quality, customer requirements, and conformance to quality system standards.
• Translate customer and Field strategies into objectives/action plans, and drive execution within the quality lab.
• Provide leadership to the assigned team members in Quality including training, development, performance management, and direction of daily tasks.
• Assist with the assessment of Team Member performance, provide guidance, coaching, training and mentoring as needed to help with individual development.
• Maintain effective communication with internal Team Members and external customers.
• Communicate with customers and supplies on a wide variety of quality-focused topics, specifically escalation issues.
• Coordinate projects and initiatives with Sales, Account Management, Operations, Implementation, and Engineering teams.
• Support the quality lab as needed with these functions:
• Perform inspections for quotes, and ensure quality standardization
• Identify all parts requirements and document discrepancies
• Resolve discrepancies and maintain documentation
• Prepare, submit and get approval of PPAP
• Appropriately store all pertinent data, information and correspondence

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Polite and professional manner.
• Previous fastener industry knowledge and experience.
• Previous leadership experience and/or leadership training.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong time management and organizational skills, be detail oriented.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and track status and progress.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-based environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact with internal team members and external customers and suppliers both domestically and overseas.
• Strong comprehension and problem-solving skills.
• Strong…