Field Fastener · 1 month ago
Quality Lab Team Leader
Machesney Park, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$55K/yr - $70K/yrField Fastener is a family-owned global supplier of fasteners and inventory management services. The Quality Lab Team Leader will lead a team of Quality Technicians to ensure adherence to quality standards, provide technical support, and drive process improvements within the quality lab.
Industrial EngineeringSupply Chain ManagementWholesale
Responsibilities
Commit to FIELD’s Mission Statement and Core Values
Analyze and interpret data related to fastener product quality, customer requirements, and conformance to quality system standards
Translate customer and Field strategies into objectives/action plans, and drive execution within the quality lab
Provide leadership to the assigned team members in Quality including training, development, performance management, and direction of daily tasks
Assist with the assessment of Team Member performance, provide guidance, coaching, training and mentoring as needed to help with individual development
Maintain effective communication with internal Team Members and external customers
Communicate with customers and supplies on a wide variety of quality-focused topics, specifically escalation issues
Coordinate projects and initiatives with Sales, Account Management, Operations, Implementation, and Engineering teams
Support the quality lab as needed with these functions: Perform inspections for quotes, and ensure quality standardization Identify all parts requirements and document discrepancies Resolve discrepancies and maintain documentation Prepare, submit and get approval of PPAP Appropriately store all pertinent data, information and correspondence
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Polite and professional manner
Previous fastener industry knowledge and experience
Previous leadership experience and/or leadership training
Strong mechanical aptitude
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Strong time management and organizational skills, be detail oriented
Ability to manage multiple tasks and track status and progress
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-based environment
Strong communication skills with the ability to interact with internal team members and external customers and suppliers both domestically and overseas
Strong comprehension and problem-solving skills
Strong ability to analyze and interpret data
Willingness and desire to develop skills to take on additional responsibilities
Ability to work a flexible schedule as large projects come in
Gage control knowledge
Blue Print Reading
Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
ISO9001:2008 understanding
Preferred
Post-high school education and/or technical training
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
401(k)
Life Coaching
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Volunteer Time
Quarterly Bonuses
Company
Field Fastener
Field Fastener is a full-service, data-driven, on-demand engineering partner with a unique, technical approach to inventory management.
Founded in 1976
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jim Derry
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2025-02-24
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