Plant Quality Manager

Company ProfileWith over 80 years of innovation JCB is the worlds largest privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. Operating 23 manufacturing facilities across four continentsincluding the United States the United Kingdom India and BrazilJCB produces a diverse portfolio of more than 300 products. These include telescopic handlers backhoe loaders excavators wheel loaders compact excavators skid steer loaders compact track loaders access aerial work platforms rough terrain forklifts and the heart of JCBs success are its people. As a family-owned business we are accountable to our customersnot shareholderswhich gives us the flexibility to focus on long-term innovation and delivering real value. This independence allows us to continuously develop advanced technologies and integrate them into equipment designed to perform in the toughest environments while maximizing customer JCB we stand behind our productsand our namewith pride and commitment to PurposeThe Plant Quality Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of plant quality performance ensuring compliance with JCB standards and exceeding customer expectations. This role serves as the voice of quality within the facility driving a culture of zero defects accountability and continuous position provides leadership to the plant quality organization owns product and process quality through all manufacturing stages and partners cross-functionally with Operations Manufacturing Engineering Supply Chain and Leadership to deliver world-class quality TypeFull Time ExemptLocationOnsite in Pooler Georgia: 2000 Bamford Blvd. Pooler Georgia and Other CompensationJCB offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental and vision insurance; 401 (k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid ProcessApplications will be accepted through Careers JCB Careers JCB Jobs JCB or via LinkedIn. The anticipated application window will close on July 15 2026. Major Tasks Responsibilities & Key AccountabilitiesLeadership & StrategyLead coach and develop the plant quality team (inspectors engineers and supervisors).Act as the plants quality authority and business partner to Operations and and deploy plant quality strategy aligned with JCB Production System (JPS) quality objectives and KPIs that drive customer satisfaction and operational & Process QualityOwn and manage quality gates across the entire manufacturing robust inspection plans control plans and standard work are in place and and improve key metrics including DPU scrap rework warranty claims and containment corrective actions and error-proofing (poka-yoke) Solving & Continuous ImprovementLead root cause analysis using structured methodologies (8D A3 5 Whys).Drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for internal and external quality Kaizen events and continuous improvement Lean Six Sigma and data-driven decision-making across the & Customer QualityPartner with Supply Chain to define and enforce supplier quality supplier development and issue resolution impacting plant effective response and resolution of customer complaints and field in customer audits and drive corrective actions to Systems & ComplianceEnsure compliance with ISO 9001 and JCB quality management audit readiness and lead internal/external audit documentation procedures and quality records standardization and sustainment of & CommunicationProvide regular quality performance updates to plant leadership and corporate dashboards and visual management to communicate progress and drive and engage all levels of the organization to prioritize duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsBachelors degree in Engineering Quality or related field.510 years of experience in manufacturing quality including leadership experience managing teams in a production knowledge of quality systems tools and methodologies (8D FMEA SPC RCA).Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement in interpreting engineering drawings and GD& pass any drug screens background checks and any pre-employment tests which will be conducted in accordance with applicable QualificationsProficiency with Microsoft Word Excel Power Point and SAPExcellent verbal and written communication skillsEffective time management and organizational skillsDetail orientedAbility to multi-task while maintaining a sense of urgencyWork with minimal supervisionEffective problem-solving skillsAuthority to make changes happen across functions and to communicate with all levels of understanding of analytical tools and proficiency in root cause analysis probability and leadership abilities including the ability to drive improvement projects throughout the organization and ensure strict adherence to policies from management to line level in the face of resistance to changeExcellent project management skillsSelf-motivated and resilient with a high energy level and strong work ethicJob ConditionsManufacturing/factory environment. Subject to noise and temperature RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to:Must be able to work flexible schedule including Friday - Sunday 6am -6pmMust be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10lbs frequently and/or move up to 35lbs and occasionally lift and/or move up to be able to perform continuous repetitious physical activities. These activities may involve fine movements or large be able to grasp/pinch small items reach out and up and turn be capable of keeping pace with current production be able to push/pull with reasonable be able to perform the following requirements of bending stooping climbing kneeling and standing for extended periods of be able to work in multiple climates including hot/cold temperatures and dusty Opportunity EmployerJCB is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability statute or any other characteristic protected under federal state and local laws. EEO EMPLOYER/VET/ Accommodation StatementJCB complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment please contact the JCB Human Resources team at Inc. is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however as a global company JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our website at This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.