Quality Lead

Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!

Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.

Wieland's Cultural Values

Wieland's culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: Safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.

Wieland is hiring a Quality Lead. The Quality Lead will serve as a vital role in the organization by planning, directing, or coordinating quality assurance programs. Responsible for all aspects of maintaining and implementing our Quality Management System (QMS). The successful canidate will formulate quality practices, control laboratory operations and interface with production. They will works closely with all levels and departments of the organization.

This role is located in Kilgore, TX and will be fully on-site. While this role is local, occasional travel to other locations may be required (15-25% travel).

Quality Lead Responsibilities:

Has primary responsibility for all management level tasks associated with obtaining / maintaining our industry certifications.
• Serves as primary interface with agencies issuing industry, scheduling all required audits, and providing all necessary communication.
• Uses problem solving and continuous improvement tools as applied to customer and internal issues.
• Manages laboratory personnel and objectives to meet the needs of production departments.
• Updates, maintains, and distributes all Level 1 through Level 4 Quality Documentation, which provides the tools necessary for each employee to satisfy his respective part of the system.
• Provides the training necessary for each employee to satisfy his respective part of the system.
• Responsible for the execution of our QMS, monitors its effectiveness, and works with others for continual improvement thereof.
• Monitors and maintains monthly KPIs and documents trends.
• Communicates with customers on Quality related issues as required, including the completion of all surveys / questionnaires.
• Maintains our database of all Quality related information, as well as our audit calendar, assuring all required audits are completed in a timely fashion.
• Maintains an attitude of humility, understanding that the core responsibilities are to support the efforts of those in production, and is enthusiastic in the fulfillment of this role.
• Performs all in-process and final inspections of production parts.
• Prepare shipments and associated documents.
• Saw, cut, and pre-machine test bar specimens for heat treat and maintain traceability.
• Review heat treats certifications for accuracy.

Quality Lead Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years experience in quality assurance or quality control
• Must have experience in and an understanding of a major quality system standard, such as ISO9000 or AS9100
• Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively, both written and verbally.
• Experience with relevant laboratory testing equipment.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle several tasks at one time and prioritize work.
• Exhibits unparalleled integrity and ethical behavior.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Joining Wieland's team gives you...

• Benefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.
• Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 9,000+ employees worldwide and 40+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• Wellness Programs - Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
• Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.