Quality Program Leader

At Trane Technologies^TM  and through our businesses including Trane^® and Thermo King^®, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.

What’s in it for you:

Be a part of our mission!  As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient environments, it’s our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what’s possible for a sustainable world.

Trane Technologies is hiring a Quality Program Leader in Pueblo, CO. The Quality Program Leader will effectively administer the Quality Management System in accordance with current procedures and work instructions, and will collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Program Management, and Supply Chain to meet customer expectations.

Thrive at work and at home:

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE! 
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance. 
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.  
• Paid time off, including in support of volunteer and parental leave needs.    
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.  
• Learn more about our benefits here!

Where is the work:

This position has been designated as full-time, onsite at our Pueblo, Co facility and is considered safety-sensitive. 

What you will do: 

·         Coordinate and lead APQP activities for new product development (NPD), ensuring all quality planning steps are implemented and carried out

·         Perform process risk assessments utilizing PFMEA methodology (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) to identify and mitigate risks throughout the process flow

·         Develop Control Plans based upon PFMEA results that feed creation of Quality Inspection Plans and Quality Assurance Plans

·         Ensure that the completed Quality Inspection Plans & Quality Assurance Plans are delivered to the Quality Engineers and acknowledged before production start

·         Train and mentor Quality Engineers on how to execute Quality Inspection Plans

·         Train and mentor Quality Engineers on how to execute Quality Assurance Plans

·         Lead Quality Assurance team members, assign objectives & responsibilities, and assess and monitor results. Coach for improvement when needed

·         Role model and foster the customer-focused Quality-based Culture at Trane Pueblo

·         Oversee the Document Management System to ensure proper control and accessibility of organizational documents and procedures

·         Conduct and manage New Product Kickoff meetings for the Quality department

·         Oversee the PPAP process, including the preparation, submission, and approval of PPAP documentation to meet customer requirements

·         Support operations when quality issues arise to maintain planned production output

·         Support all internal and external audits

·         Support creation of Measurement System Analysis to ensure inspection equipment is adequate for its intended use, as well as repeatable and reproducible

·         Manage and maintain organizational KPI structure by creating, monitoring, and reporting performance targets and trends thereof

·         Support analysis and trending of nonconformance & deviation occurrence to target and mitigate reoccurrence for both sub-supplier and manufactured products

·         Partner with Operations and Manufacturing Engineering to investigate root cause and drive implementation of corrective and preventive actions for customer complaints and internal issues. Leverage common problem-solving tools (9 Step, 8D, A3)

·         Administer the deviation process and manage deviations pertaining to respective areas

·         Identify and execute improvement opportunities for respective customers and develop improvement plans in conjunction with engineering and key suppliers. Oversee FQA Management with timely, effective closure

·         Ownership, monitoring, support, and coordination of corrective actions, and deviations. Take a leading role in defect analysis and continuous improvement efforts with a goal of zero quality escapes (0 dppm) to customer

·         Implement process improvements by utilizing quality methodologies and tools (Six-sigma, 5S, Lean, SPC, CpK, and TPS) to enhance internal and performance

·         Work well with colleagues and produce results within a fast-paced and high-pressure atmosphere. Combine strong attention to detail with an orientation towards results/execution

·         Perform other duties as assigned

What you will bring:

·         Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent 10+ years of Quality related experience within Industrial Manufacturing environment will be considered in lieu of a degree.

·         Experience with PFC, PFMEA, and Control Plan required

·         Experience using common problem-solving tools, preferably 9 Step, 8D, A3 SPS

·         Certified APQP Management/Specialist preferred

·         Skilled in investigation and determination of root cause, driving implementation of corrective and preventive actions for customer complaints and internal issues

·         Ability to organize tasks and manage time to complete multiple assignments simultaneously

·         Ability to communicate at all levels within business and with suppliers, etc.

Candidates without a 4-year degree are encouraged to apply; we prioritize practical experience, relevant skills, and alignment with our leadership principles.

Compensation: 

Base Pay Range: $64,000-$110,000/annually   

Disclaimer: This base pay range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed. 

Equal Employment Opportunity: 

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.