Supervisor, Quality Assurance

Quality Assurance Inspections SupervisorBlue Bird (NASDAQ: BLBD) is recognized as a technology leader and innovator of school buses since its founding in 1927. Our dedicated team members design, engineer, and manufacture school buses with a singular focus on safety, reliability, and durability. School buses carry the most precious cargo in the world – 25 million children twice a day – making them the most trusted mode of student transportation. The company is the proven leader in low- and zero-emission school buses with more than 25,000 propane, natural gas, and electric-powered buses sold. Blue Bird is transforming the student transportation industry through cleaner energy solutions. For more information on Blue Bird's complete product and service portfolio, visit Quality Assurance Inspections Supervisor's main priority is to provide management & supervision over Inspections Team Area Leaders and Inspectors.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Supervise and support quality inspection team members implementing continuous improvement activities to achieve Quality goalsAnalyze defect data (DPU/PPM) for internal and external itemsResponsible for FAI data collection and reportingCommunicate rejects to responsible departments, collaborating with and leading the team to identify Root Cause, and implement sustainable Corrective and preventive actionsPerform compliance and critical part inspections, including non-destructive tests where appropriateUtilize appropriate measurement tools to measure components, parts, and assemblies per the applicable Engineering, quality, and manufacturing specificationsResponsible for overseeing quality-specific training for the Quality and Manufacturing teamsSupervise the LPA process within the facilityReview, Update, Maintain, and Create Quality Procedures as needed/annuallyResponsible for the MRB Function and timely dispositionsAssure consistent quality of production by implementing and enforcing automated practice systemsCreate daily, weekly, monthly reports, and 8D ReportsSupport ISO 9001 QMS certification by auditing processes for compliance and best practicesKnowledge, Skills and Abilities for Success:Employee supervisionEmployee training & developmentEffective verbal and written communicationsVisual and dimensional inspectionsManage Quality control documentation for processes, procedures & testingQuality Management Systems (QMS)Production / Manufacturing methodsPF / CP / PFEMA knowledgeExperience in reporting, presentations, RCA, ICA, PCAReading and interpreting engineering drawings and specificationsUse of various measurement equipment (tape measure, micrometers, calipers, depth gauge, radius gage, etc.)Strong computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)Basic Education and Experience Required:Associate or bachelor's Degree preferred5+ years of Quality and/or Manufacturing department experience1+ years of leadership/management experiencePreferred Education and Experience Required:Six Sigma knowledge, training, and/or certification preferredWe Value:Ability to anticipate and understand customer needs and provide guidanceExcellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills to handle difficult and sensitive matters.Strong project management skills. Exposure to difficult or complex projects a plus.Ability to influence stakeholdersEffective communication and ability to communicate complex details in a clear manner.Working in a collaborative team and balancing the needs of individual stakeholders while delivering corporate objectives.Includes:Continued Professional DevelopmentBenefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, 14 paid holidays, vacation time and 401k matchingWork Conditions:Office environment and production environmentMust work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, cold and noiseFast-paced production area with moving objects and sheet metalOccasional periods of standing or sitting for extended periods of timeYou must wear appropriate PPE when and where requiredFrequent weeks working 40+ hoursFrequent communication with people throughout the dayThe specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Blue Bird® is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We strive to have the best available talent in every job based on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities each person brings. Blue Bird is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Company operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination in all forms.All candidates must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.