Quality Manager

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.Job SummaryNidec is the world's No.1 comprehensive motor manufacturer handling "everything that spins and moves", miniature to gigantic. Nidec is a global enterprise comprised of over 300 subsidiaries/affiliates. We are a leading manufacturer of commercial motors, industrial motors, appliance motors, and controls. Our product line features a full line of high efficiency motors for industrial applications in water treatment, mining, oil and gas, and power generation, and for commercial applications such as pool and spa, condensers, cooling towers and large refrigeration units. From keeping us comfortable in our homes to pumping clean water to making our cars more safe, electric motors are an indispensable part of our daily lives. At Nidec, our employees are on the forefront of developing new motor technologies. As we move deeper into the age of robotics, the impact of motors will only increase. With over 140,000 employees stationed worldwide, Nidec continues to be a unique organization, and each location maintains its individual personality.Whether driving locomotives, powering offshore platforms or keeping the lights on after a storm, Nidec electric power generation products impact the world on a daily basis. With over 1,000 employees in the Americas, we are moving forward with technology to solve our customers’ electrical power needs for both prime and backup generation needs as the industry’s leading manufacturer.Job DescriptionRole Overview The Manager, Quality leads quality management activities for a defined scope, which may include a plant, business unit, product line, or functional area. The role develops and executes tactical and operational quality plans aligned with enterprise quality strategy and business priorities. This position manages quality engineers, inspectors, or analysts and serves as a key advisor to leadership on quality risks, compliance status, and improvement opportunities. The role typically reports to a Quality Director, Operations Leader, or equivalentsenior role.Key Responsibilities Quality Management & Governance Lead development and execution of quality plans, policies, and proceduresEnsure adherence to quality management systems, standards, and customer requirementsMaintain effective document control, audits, and governance practicesCompliance & Risk Management Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, industry, and customer quality standardsIdentify quality risks and implement corrective and preventive actionsSupport internal and external audits, certifications, and regulatory inspectionsProduct & Process Quality Oversee quality assurance and control activities across products and processesLead root cause analysis and resolution of quality issues and nonconformancesPartner with Operations and Engineering to improve process capability and product performanceContinuous Improvement & Quality Performance Drive moderate to significant improvements in quality performance and defect reductionSupport Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement initiativesTrack and analyze quality KPIs such as defects, scrap, customer complaints, and costs of qualityCross‑Functional Partnership Partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Customer teams to support business objectivesSupport new product introductions, changes, and transfers from a quality perspective Influence alignment on quality priorities and improvement actionsPeople Leadership & Talent Management Manage and develop quality staff through coaching, performance management, and development planningEstablish staffing and capability plans to meet quality and compliance demands Provide input and authority for hiring, promotion, and reward decisions in alignment with company guidelinesCustomer & Stakeholder Interface Represent the quality function in customer interactions and issue resolutionCommunicate quality performance, risks, and improvement plans to leadershipSupport customer audits and respond to quality-related inquiriesQualifications Education & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related field required Master’s degree orprofessional certification (CQE, Six Sigma Black Belt) preferredTypically 7 or more years of progressive experience in quality, manufacturing, or operations rolesPrior people management or quality leadership experience required Knowledge,Skills & AbilitiesStrongknowledge of quality management systems, compliance, and continuous improvement toolsExperience leading audits, investigations, andcorrective action processesProven ability to lead teams and deliver results through othersDemonstrated capability to manage moderatelycomplex quality and compliance challengesStrong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skillsAbility to influencecross‑functional partners and stakeholdersHigh level of integrity, rigor, and customer focusAdditional Job DetailsManagement – M2Organizational Impact• Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within team with direct impact on departmental or job family results• Delivers operational results that have impact on the immediate or short-term results (e.g., less than 1 year) for the department and/or job family group• Plans and establishes goals and objectives for a team typically comprising of intermediate-level professionals and entry level professionalsCommunication & Influence• Communicates with parties within and occasionally outside of own department or job family, which may include external clients or partners depending upon the job area• Requires ability to influence others outside of own job area on policies, practices and proceduresInnovation & Complexity• Responsible for making moderate improvements of processes, systems, or products to enhance performance of the job area• Problems are difficult and moderately complex and typically impact multiple departments or job family• Problems are typically solved through drawing from prior experience and analysis of issuesLeadership & Talent Management• Manages a team typically comprising of intermediate-level professionals and entry level professionals• Leads, directs and reviews the work of team members in order to accomplish operational plans and results• Typically has hiring, firing, promotion, and reward authority within own area, in accordance with manager review and approvalKnowledge & Experience• Requires practical knowledge in leading and managing the execution of processes, projects and tactics within one job area• Typically has advanced knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline with understanding of the impact of work on other areas of the organization• Typically has a bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional certification and 5 years of prior relevant experienceEqual Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at NidecNidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: Shift ScheduleFirst Shift (United States of America)No SolicitingNidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.SummaryLocation: North America/USA/Tennessee/Lexington, TNType: Full time