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We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.

Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

Primary Purpose

Our Corporate Quality Manager is responsible for managing and maintaining the QMS Audit program (Internal/External) and driving risk-based activities in accordance with the Corporate Quality Audit calendar. This position will report to the Corporate Director Quality System and Compliance.

Major Responsibilities

+ Manage Quality Management System Internal/External Audit program in partnership with the business leaders, corporate teams, manufacturing sites, and associated distribution sites.

+ Ensures risk-based audits are conducted according to the annual QMS audit schedule and distribute audit reports to management in a timely fashion.

+ Primary Liaison with certification bodies to manage audits (certification and/or surveillance) and inspection outcomes.

+ Facilitate Monthly CAPA Review Board process and hold monthly/quarterly meeting to drive evaluation of risk into CAPA process.

+ Prepares the following monthly and quarterly reports that:

+ ​Evaluate risk based key performance indicators for the audit program to measure process effectiveness and excellence

+ Track corrective actions to determine if commitments have been properly implemented and demonstrated to be effective

+ Advises Corporate Quality and other senior staff on critical matters such as compliance risks not meeting the ISO standards or customer satisfaction requirements at the Corporate/business level, manufacturing sites, and related distribution sites. (including potential issues/opportunities for improvement)

+ Leads and/or participate in strategic compliance initiatives to improve compliance and customer satisfaction.

+ Deploy and maintain QMS guest auditor (center of excellence) program.

+ Stay informed about industry trends, regulatory changes, and advancements in audit management practices.

+ Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 40% travel

Minimum Job Requirements

Education

+ Bachelor’s Degree or educational equivalent. Master’s degree Preferred

+ 7 years of relevant auditing experience.

+ 2 years of improvement or project management related experience.

Certification / License

+ Lead Auditor certification required

+ Six Sigma, Quality Engineer, and/or Lean Certification preferred

Work Experience

+ 10+ years in Quality and Quality management principles

+ 5 + years leadership experience

+ 7+ years Auditing experience

+ Demonstrated ability to conduct Compliance monitoring and Compliance audit projects.

+ Demonstrated ability to provide effective compliance Training.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

+ •Possesses excellent communication, leadership, and influencing skills.

+ •Demonstrates elevated level of professionalism, business acumen, and judgment.

+ •Demonstrates ability to drive complex work of significant impact to the organization.

+ •Initiates, embraces, and supports change in a dynamic and complex environment.

+ •Oversees complex work of significant impact to the organization.

+ •Demonstrates excellent ability to exercise discretion and maintain Integrity.

+ Advanced knowledge of process improvement and/or Six Sigma tools and methodology

+ Ability to coach and mentor.

**Physical Demands** : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

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

Our success is directly tied to our employees’ professional growth and personal well-being, combined with strong families and communities. As an inclusive workplace, our employees embrace diversity, celebrate differences, and treat others with equality and respect.

Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac’s success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people’s lives and their own.