Site Quality Director
West Mifflin, PA - USA
Job Summary
Req ID:513151
At Alstom we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains metros monorails and trams to turnkey systems services infrastructure signalling and digital mobility we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.
Could you be the full-time on-site Site Quality Director in West Mifflin PA US (Pittsburgh area) were looking for
Your future role
Take on a new challenge and apply your quality and continuous improvement expertise in a new cutting-edge field. Youll work alongside dedicated and innovative teammates.
Youll ensure that deliveries from the site meet the highest quality standards driving a culture of excellence and fostering customer satisfaction. Day-to-day youll work closely with teams across the business (management committee quality teams and cross-functional departments) lead and develop quality teams and implement quality policies and tools at the site level and much more.
WhatmakesthisaUnique Career Opportunity:
- Seniorsiteleadershiprolewithrealauthoritytoshapequalitystrategyandexecutionatthesite.
- Broadleadershipinfluence:Opportunitytoleadanddevelopamulti-disciplinequalityorganization(projectqualityindustrialsupplierQMS).
- Visiblemissioncriticalrole:Criticaltositeoperationsfastimpactandhighvisibilitywithregionalqualityleadership.
- Careergrowth&mobility:Platformtoexpandintolarger/globalrolesacrossAlstom(internationalopportunitiesandnetworkbuilding).
Well look to you for:
- Developing a Quality Culture and fostering a Right First Time approach across the Site
- Ensuring alignment of QCD (Quality Cost Delivery) objectives with contractual and regulatory obligations
- Driving continuous improvement plans to analyze and reduce Cost of Non-Quality (CONQ) Non-Conformance Reports (NCR) Safety issues and Demerits
- Deploying the Quality Policy within the Sites management committee
- Overseeing the Quality and Safety assessments of products and services delivered ensuring compliance with contractual quality requirements
- Increasing Customer satisfaction through regular meetings Customer Surveys and product delivery controls
- Managing and escalating critical issues impacting safety and customer satisfaction
- Ensuring on-time completion of DFQ (Design for Quality) Gate Reviews and Suppliers First Article Inspections (FAI) including waivers when necessary
- Ensuring site QMS (Quality Management System) conformance with Alstom standards Customer standards and relevant certifications (e.g. ISO9001 IRIS CMMI ECM).
All about you
We value passion and attitude over experience. Thats why we dont expect you to have every single skill. Instead weve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:
- Degree in Engineering General Management or Quality Management
- Minimum of 10 years of experience spanning quality management project execution and operational functions.
- Experience in the rail industry is strongly preferred; experience in related industries will also be considered (e.g. aerospace automotive or large industrial/transportation equipment manufacturing such as buses or heavy machinery)
- Leadership and team management capabilities: demonstrated ability to grow and coach a small team influence cross functional stakeholders agile/problem solving mindset pragmatic approach track record of executing objectives
- Experience working with quality tools problem-solving methodologies and project/operations management
- Familiarity with ISO9001/IRIS requirements CMMI and ECM
- Customer-oriented mindset with a focus on increasing satisfaction
- Data-driven decision-making and analytical skills
- Courageous and resilient approach to challenges
- Ability to manage cross-functional and multicultural teams
- Knowledge of railway industry norms certifications and standards - preferred.
Things youll enjoy
Join us on a life-long transformative journey the rail industry is here to stay so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. Youll also:
- Work with a dynamic and multicultural team to ensure the delivery of high-quality products and services that meet contractual and regulatory requirements
- Progress towards becoming a leader in driving a quality-first culture continuous improvement initiatives and fostering customer satisfaction through operational excellence
- Utilise our innovative data-driven and inclusive working environment that values leadership resilience adaptability and continuous learning
- Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
- Benefit from our investment in your development through award-winning learning
- Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life medical 401k).
You dont need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family youll be proud. If youre up for the challenge wed love to hear from you!
Important to note
As a global business were an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. Were committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.
Job Type:Experienced
Required Experience:
Director
About Company
Leading the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, Alstom develops and markets integrated systems that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation.