Lead, Quality

Lead, Quality

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what's possible?

Location: DFW DC Shift: 1st Pay Rate: $27.63 $29.20

Job Description

The Quality Lead will be responsible for collecting data, managing master data sets, developing reports, and physically troubleshooting related issues. The Quality Lead will use their technical expertise to ensure data accuracy and provide clear information to the businesses so they can make informed decisions.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for diagnosing quality issues and providing resolutions with support of Quality Specialist
• Responsible for maintaining, documenting, and communicating findings to leadership
• Assist with Southwire quality audit preparations
• Other duties as assigned

Environmental/Safety:

• Follow all company environmental rules/procedures and handle all materials in a manner designed to minimize environmental impact.
• Follow prescribed safety rules/procedures in an effort to prevent injury to self and others.
• Seek the assistance and advice of safety representatives on matters concerning safe practices, policies and/or procedures and provide support for all safety committee activities.
• Maintain a clean, neat and orderly work area.
• Report environmental and safety policy violations to supervision/management.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Normal warehouse working conditions, shift schedule may vary.
• Must be capable of standing and walking for extended periods.
• Must be able to twist, stoop, squat, reach above shoulder level and crouch on a frequent basis.
• Must be able to use proper techniques to lift 45 pounds.
• Must be able to use hands and feet simultaneously and for repetitive movements.

Personal Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Quality certifications preferred
• Must have good presentation skills.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills
• Effective communication skills (verbal and written).
• Must be familiar with warehouse operating systems.
• Must have demonstrated skills in both Word and Excel.
• Must be able to handle stress caused in meeting deadlines with tight scheduling requirements.
• Must be able to shift priorities easily.
• Must be able to work well with others.
• Must have good attendance record and cannot have an active final written warning disciplinary status.

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.