Quality Management System Lead
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Quality Management System Lead

Quality - St. Louis, MO

McCarthy Holdings, Inc. (McCarthy), is the holding entity for McCarthy Building Companies, Inc., the oldest privately-held national construction company in America, and Castle Contracting. McCarthy provides the crucial business infrastructure for these entities and connects the day-to-day operations to ensure seamless operations across the business. Repeatedly honored as a great place to work and healthiest employer, McCarthy is a 100 percent employee-owned company.

At McCarthy, we are committed to sustaining a culture that delivers great experiences for everyone. This begins with developing high-performing individuals and teams through our award-winning learning and development programs, best-in-class Total Rewards benefits, and our inclusive culture aligned with our core values: Genuine; We, Not I and All In.

How do McCarthy partners define our culture?

We Live Our Core Values. We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.

We are Employee Owned. We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.

We Feel Like a Family. We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.

We are Builders. We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.

Position Summary:

The Quality Management System (QMS) Lead is responsible for analyzing, designing, and implementing process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and overall outcomes. This role involves collaborating closely with stakeholders to identify areas for improvement, develop strategies, and implement solutions that align with best practices and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

* Analyze current processes to identify areas for improvement.

* Develop and implement process improvement strategies.

* Collaborate with stakeholders to gather input and feedback.

* Conduct data analysis to support process improvement initiatives.

* Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of implemented changes.

* Facilitate cross-department collaboration to enhance operational effectiveness and profitability.

* Lead the transition from legacy practices to an integrated, consistent, and consolidated management system.

* Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and company objectives.

* Maintain and update the QMS, including work instructions, documents, and records.

* Train and lead employees in all aspects of the QMS.

* Promote and assist problem-solving capabilities ensuring proper identification of root causes.

* Prepare detailed reports and presentations for stakeholders.

* Manage technical writers to ensure clear, accurate, and comprehensive documentation of processes and procedures.

Skills and Qualifications:

* Strong leadership and management skills.

* Excellent written and verbal communication.

* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills.

* Knowledge of process improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, etc.

* Proficiency in using tools like MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Lucidchart.

* Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

* Knowledge of ISO 9001 Standard; lead auditor training is a plus.

* Ability to travel 30-50%.

Preferred Experience:

* 3+ years as a Quality Systems Lead or Quality Specialist Lead.

* Experience in manufacturing, preferably in a quality or continuous improvement role.

* Familiarity with ERP systems; construction and manufacturing experience is a plus.

Personal Attributes:

* Ability to work independently and remain self-motivated.

* Strong initiative and excellent organizational skills.

* Attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks.

* Ability to influence and inspire as a change agent for process improvement.

* Proactive mindset with the ability to think strategically and execute plans effectively.

Career Growth:

This high-impact role offers challenges, career growth, and opportunities to have a significant business impact on the organization by working across regions. The QMS Lead will work with executive leaders, develop a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, and drive data-backed decision-making for process enhancements.

McCarthy Building Companies is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.