Senior Quality Manager Semikron

Requisition ID: 37923

Job Location(s):

Utica, NY, US

Job Description

Semikron Danfoss is looking for a is looking for a Senior Quality Manager to join our team in Utica, who has the passion to design and implement long-term progressive Quality development plans and objectives based on the principle of first-time right, that supports the company’s strategy and deploys the Strategic Quality Plan at the operational level in conjunction with the Division Quality Team. As Senior Quality Manager, you will have the overall responsibility and accountability for the total quality performance of the plant. As a strong leader, you will communicate clear direction in the field of quality, environment, health, and safety.

As Senior Quality Manager, you will manage a group of engineers and technicians responsible for supplier quality, line and product launch quality, operations quality, IMS, and customer quality. And most importantly, you will lead a zero-defect mindset and capability of the plant.

So if you are passionate about automotive quality, EHS, growth, and developing people, then this is the right job for you!

This position is located at our state-of-the-art, clean facility in Utica, New York.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to, the following:

• You will drive the competence development of the QEHS team members and other operational team members in the plant.

• You are responsible that the plant team understands and respects the QEHS requirements, goals, policy, and quality methodology and you will share best practices and lessons learned with the rest of the automotive division.

• You will develop and drive a plant QEHS plan with transparent focus initiatives "must win" and impact.

• You are accountable for the implementation and compliance of the Semikron Danfoss IMS across plant processes.

• You are responsible for data review and reporting.

Background & Skills

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the engineering field

• Years of professional experience in leadership, decision-making, and data analysis.

• Permanent authorization to work in the U.S.A

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a full-scope IATF 16949 business environment is mandatory.

• Strong leading person with communication and effectiveness skills.

• Stakeholder management and relationship building as well as problem solving and root cause analysis.

• Six Sigma Certification is a plus.

• Advanced degrees (or specific degrees if not required above), additional preferred work experiences (supervision/leadership, manufacturing environment, multinational company)

Job Criteria

• Outgoing personality, sharp straight-forward communication and presenting skills.

• Strong leadership and passion for developing people

• Ability to influence and persuade the organization to transform and grow

• Problem-solving methodology

• APQP and PPAP processes

• Adaptive in a high-paced dynamic environment

Salary Range Disclaimer 

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the range for this position. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. 

The range for this position is $110,000 - $137,500. 

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all the requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

Semikron Danfoss

Semikron Danfoss unites two companies that complement each other through shared values such as enthusiasm for technology that enable a sustainable future. We believe in a modern and dynamic leadership culture to unleash the full potential of our teams.

Innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives. We strive to create an inclusive workplace where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are.

The success of our employees is our success. That is why we offer a wide range of development opportunities and assign great importance to the health and well-being of our employees. The foundation of our joint work is our family-like corporate culture, which is characterized by trust, commitment and genuine teamwork.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Semikron Danfoss is a global technology leader in power electronics. Our product offerings include semiconductor devices, power modules, stacks and systems.

In a world that is going electric, Semikron Danfoss technologies are more relevant than ever. With our innovative solutions for automotive, industrial and renewable applications we help the world utilize energy more efficiently and sustainable and thus to significantly reduce overall CO2 emissions – facing one of the biggest challenges today.

We take care of our employees and create value for our customers by investing significantly in innovation, technology, capacity and service to deliver best-in-industry performance and for a sustainable future.

Semikron Danfoss is a family-owned business, merged by SEMIKRON and Danfoss Silicon Power in 2022. We employ more than 3,500 people in 28 locations across the world. Our global footprint with production sites in Germany, Brazil, China, France, India, Italy, Slovakia and the United States ensures an unmatched service for our customers and partners. We offer more than 90 years of combined expertise in power module packaging, innovation and customer applications – making us the ultimate partner in power electronics.

Semikron Danfoss is a global technology leader in power electronics. Our product offerings include semiconductor devices, power modules, stacks and systems.

In a world that is going electric, Semikron Danfoss technologies are more relevant than ever. With our innovative solutions for automotive, industrial and renewable applications we help the world utilize energy more efficiently and sustainable and thus to significantly reduce overall CO2 emissions – facing one of the biggest challenges today.

We take care of our employees and create value for our customers by investing significantly in innovation, technology, capacity and service to deliver best-in-industry performance and to make our world a greener place.

Semikron is a family-owned business, merged by SEMIKRON and Danfoss Silicon Power in 2022. We employ more than 3,500 people in more than 28 locations across the world. Our global footprint with production sites in Germany, Brazil, China, France, India, Italy, Slovakia and the United States ensures an unmatched service for our customers and partners. We offer more than 90 years of combined expertise in power module packaging, innovation and customer application – making us the ultimate partner in Power Electronics.

Nearest Major Market: Utica