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Supplier Quality Assurance Manager – Steel Towers
Nordex GroupSupplier Quality Assurance Manager overseeing steel tower suppliers for wind energy quality compliance. Collaborating with teams and driving supplier improvements in North America.
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in Supplier Quality Management, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and quality standards while driving continuous improvement initiatives. Proficient in conducting audits, root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions to enhance supplier performance.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Supplier Quality ManagementRoot Cause Analysis (RCA)Corrective/Preventive Actions (CAPA)Supplier AuditsContinuous Improvement Initiatives
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Hard Skills
Quality Standards ComplianceTechnical SpecificationsSupplier Performance MonitoringProcess OptimizationDefect ReductionKPI Tracking and ReportingNew Product Introduction (NPI)Documentation and TraceabilityRisk Identification and MitigationSafety Protocols and Procedures
Soft Skills
CommunicationCollaborationProblem-SolvingLeadership
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in EngineeringSix SigmaCertified Quality Engineer (CQE)Welding InspectorNon-Destructive Testing (NDT)
Industry Keywords
Steel StructuresWind TowersHeavy IndustrySupplier DevelopmentNorth America
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesAWS
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Act as the main quality interface between the company and steel tower suppliers across North America
- Ensure compliance with technical specifications, quality standards, and manufacturing requirements
- Monitor supplier performance across all production stages (raw material, welding, coating, final inspection)
- Conduct supplier audits (process, system, product) and lead qualification/requalification processes
- Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) for non-conformities
- Ensure compliance with applicable standards (ISO, EN, AWS, NDT, welding, coating, etc.)
- Drive supplier continuous improvement initiatives (quality performance, defect reduction, process optimization)
- Track and report supplier KPIs (PPM, NCRs, audit findings, delivery quality)
- Coordinate with Engineering, Procurement, and Project teams to resolve technical and quality issues
- Support new product introduction (NPI) and validation activities at supplier sites
- Ensure proper documentation, traceability, and quality records
- Support supplier claims management related to quality deviations
- Identify risks in the supply chain and implement mitigation plans
- Other Duties as assigned
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Materials, or similar)
- Additional certifications in Quality (Six Sigma, CQE, Welding Inspector, NDT) are a plus
- Minimum 5 years in Supplier Quality, Manufacturing Quality, or similar roles
- Experience in steel structures, wind towers, or heavy industry preferred
- Experience working with suppliers in North America is highly valued
- Proven experience in audits, RCA, and supplier development
- Ability to travel domestic and international locations to project sites and on business as required with the ability to obtain a passport.
- Must possess a full valid driver’s license and be insurable under our auto insurance policy.
- Ability to meet specific OSHA and ANSI weight limits of 265 lbs. or less
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical administered by a medical examiner to ensure the ability to safely perform job functions and meet the physical demands of the position
- Strong understanding of and commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
- Proactively identify and mitigate potential safety hazards.
- Properly use applicable safety equipment, including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats.
- Speak and understand English fluently to effectively communicate safety and job-related information, follow safety instructions, and collaborate with English-speaking supervisors and team members.
Benefits
Comp & perks- Paid Time Off - Three (3) weeks accrued (120 hours)
- Medical & Pharmacy Insurance with multiple options to best meet your needs
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution
- Flex Spending Account (FSA)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Short-Term / Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Student Debt Repayment
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellbeing, Family Planning, and Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Parental Leave
- Calm Subscription
- Gym Membership Reimbursement
- Accident Insurance
- Legal Plans
- Spot Pet Insurance
- Auto and Home Insurance