Carlstar (and its predecessor) have been in the engineered rubber products business for over 100 years and sells its products under many of the most recognized brand names in their respective market segments including Carlisle, ITP, and Cragar, among others.
In addition, the Company has one of the broadest distribution channels and the largest installed bases within its served North American markets. The Company is a strategic supplier to leading OEMs such as John Deere, Polaris, Husqvarna, MTD, and BRP, and is sole sourced on a number of their leading platforms. Approximately 59% of Carlstar's revenue is derived from higher margin aftermarket sales, leveraging the Company's large installed
base of OEM products. Carlstar has approximately 3,400 employees and operates four manufacturing facilities in both North America and China and twelve distribution centers.
Carlstar is engaged in serving lower volume, higher mix business where the Company must economically manage thousands of SKUs with low individual order quantities through a complex distribution network in a marketplace that highly values timely and accurate order fulfillment. Through the implementation of efficient operational (enhanced SIOP, lean manufacturing, inventory planning, optimization of the distribution network, redesign and value engineering of compounds and products, improved process control, activity
based costing, etc. ) and intelligent commercial (dynamic pricing and material margin management, new product development, refined channel management, new account conquests, etc.
) strategies, the company is targeting improving performance to over 12% EBITDA margins on substantially higher revenue over time. The company is on a very strong performance trajectory today. To learn more about The Carlstar Group, please visit the company's web site: /. Position Summary: The Quality Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, maintaining and managing the quality control systems and processes. This position is also a key participant and leader in the continuous improvement efforts of the plant's products, processes and the QMS.
The position directly supervises the quality department and is responsible for strategies and plans that achieve revenue, operating profit, quality and lean manufacturing objectives. This position is a highly visible and responsible role that is accountable to uphold the quality standards of the organization while working to meet the goals of the business. This position reports to the Director of Global Quality. Pivotal Experience and Expertise: Carlstar seeks a result -oriented, self-driven, hands-on Quality Manager with experience leading high performing, cross functional teams.
A proven track record of leading change and implementing best practices in the plant's products, processes, and the quality management system. Strong communication skills needed to lead site Quality engineers & Technicians in meeting customer expectations, acting as liaison with the company and Customers on quality matters, and training production employees on quality issues and trends. Drive Problem solving activities at all levels engaging cross-functional team to improve key KPIs measuring internal and customer facing quality Act as a subject mater expert in advanced quality planning including coaching and training of employees in various aspects of advanced quality planning Identifying manufacturing and development constraints, perform root cause analysis, and drive corrective and preventive actions implementation and validation.
Development of quality systems and procedures to improve the operating quality and efficiency of the plant. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering discipline is required. 6 years of experience in quality experience and manufacturing environment required. Experience with lean manufacturing/continuous improvement techniques.
Six Sigma, Shainin, or other statistical problem-solving certification and/or experience preferred. ISO 9001:2015 quality system management experience Lead / participate in product and process improvement activities. Leadership Capabilities & Culture Fit: Unquestionable integrity, ethics and judgment. The courage and ability to take a strong position when required for the good of the Company. Excellent communication skills. The ability to be collaborative and translate complex quality and operational issues in terms readily understandable to site leaders.
Highly intelligent and analytical, possessing the intellectual curiosity to probe and understand how the dimensions within their area of responsibility work and influence the broader business. Results-oriented approach to decision making. Proven ability to quickly assimilate and have an impact. Strong interpersonal skills. An ability to positively engage with people at all levels of the organization. Developing the acumen to zoom into the weaker points of situations through pointed questions and critical thinking, without seeking to embarrass or impress others, but to strengthen execution capabilities.
He or she will embrace a philosophy of transparency, healthy debate, and accountability; and will work to weave them into the organization's Standard Operating Procedure. Demonstrated ability to influence others. PDN-9ad7bfd3-ff50-4e32-a089-5e097c5651f0
and guides the implementation of new processes, procedures, and methods. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Education/Experience/Licensure Education/Formal Training Work Experience Credential/Licensure REQUIRED: Associates degree in Nursing Minimum of three years experience as a registered nurse with at least two years experience providing direct patient care in a home health or hospice program.
Current licensure as Registered nurse in state of Tennessee or compact license. PREFERRED: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing N/A N/A SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED: N/A N/A N/A Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Must be qualified by knowledge and experience to oversee the
services provided in the assigned department/business unit. Demonstrates knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations and industry standards related to patient care services provided.
Strong professional, organizational, and interpersonal skills required for effective and creative leadership in working with all levels of the organization. Ability to lead and motivate individuals and groups toward the accomplishment of organizational goals. Possesses good analytical and problem solving skills. Demonstrates a high level of organizational skills to establish and manage priorities and maintain follow-up. Demonstrates initiative, flexibility, integrity and diplomacy. Proficient in the
use of Microsoft applications (such as Word, Excel) and experience with database systems.
Ability to apply critical thinking skills to identify problems, research alternatives, and recommend solutions. Working knowledge of healthcare reimbursement or experience in a similar healthcare administrative role is preferred. Work will require ability to read, interpret, and apply regulatory guidelines. Key Job Responsibilities Regulatory/Accreditation Readiness Responsible for the coordination of accreditation and regulatory standards for the assigned area(s)/business unit. Establishes and implements processes to support ongoing compliance and survey readiness.
Collaborates with leadership and team members to meet accreditation and compliance goals and objectives. Coordinates compliance audits, survey visits/activities, and post-survey follow-up activities. Serves as a change agent to identify, report, and recommend opportunities for improvement in clinical processes and procedures. Reviews proposed clinical processes and/or practices to determine implications and whether a new/revised standard is practical or achievable. Evaluates availability and capability of resources and identifies barriers required to fulfill clinical practice standards. Guides and coordinates policy/practice review to ensure alignment with regulatory and accrediting standards, best practices, and evidence-based practice.
Medical Record Review & Data Reporting Performs supervisory review of patient backssment forms completed by the clinicians for compliance with payor and regulatory data elements. Ensures documentation is valid, complete, and consistent with these requirements. Monitors patient’s plan of care to ensure sufficient medical documentation meeting payor and regulatory guidelines. Researches and resolves problems that may impact reimbursement for services.
Collects and reports backssment data and plan-of-care documentation electronically to a centralized state data repository. Serve as primary contact with physicians/physician offices to collect clinical documentation consistent with regulatory and reimbursement guidelines. Stays current in CHAP, Medicare, State, and other payor and regulatory requirements related to services provided. Assists with evaluating the quality of care provided by comparing performance with national benchmarks; collaborates with the Director of Quality in the identification, implementation, action planning, and tracking of improvement activities.
Clinical Education Develops, delivers, or coordinates standardized clinical education programs to meet existing, new, and revised patient care standards, processes, and regulatory guidelines. Guides the implementation of new processes, procedures, and methods. Educates clinicians on appropriate documentation protocols for data collection and documentation. backsses and maintains documentation of staff training and competencies; conducts regular review of continuing education, licensure, and certifications to ensure qualifications are maintained. Supervisory Supervises staff members as assigned within the department.
Monitors Associate performance and clarifies work expectations, and assists with goal setting; promotes cooperation among individuals and groups. Develops and implements processes through orientation, training and education to ensure that the competence of all staff members is backssed, maintained, improved and demonstrated throughout their employment. Plans and schedules work ensuring distribution of assignments and adequate staffing based on workload and productivity standards. Physical Requirements The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work.
Carlstar (and its predecessor) have been in the engineered rubber products business for over 100 years and sells its products under many of the most recognized brand names in their respective market segments including Carlisle, ITP, and Cragar, among others.
In addition, the Company has one of the broadest distribution channels and the largest installed bases within its served North American markets. The Company is a strategic supplier to leading OEMs such as John Deere, Polaris, Husqvarna, Stanley Black & Decker, and BRP, and is sole sourced on a number of their leading platforms. Approximately 59% of Carlstar's revenue is derived from higher margin aftermarket sales, leveraging the
Company's large installed base of OEM products. Carlstar has approximately 3,400 employees and operates four manufacturing facilities in both North America and China and twelve distribution centers.
Carlstar is engaged in serving lower volume, higher mix business where the Company must economically manage thousands of SKUs with low individual order quantities through a complex distribution network in a marketplace that highly values timely and accurate order fulfillment. Through the implementation of efficient operational (enhanced SIOP, lean manufacturing, inventory planning, optimization of the distribution network, redesign and value engineering of compounds and products, improved
process control, activity based costing, etc. ) and intelligent commercial (dynamic pricing and material margin management, new product development, refined channel management, new account conquests, etc.
) strategies, the company is targeting improving performance to over 12% EBITDA margins on substantially higher revenue over time. The company is on a very strong performance trajectory today. To learn more about The Carlstar Group, please visit the company's web site: /. Position Summary: The Carlstar Group is seeking a driven and motivated Quality Engineer to move our product forward and lead the way in the Tire Industry. In this role you will lead, coach, facilitate and support the implementation of quality initiatives, continuous improvement of Quality Management System (QMS), problem solve, perform data analysis, continuous improvement activities and interact routinely with Customers.
Pivotal Experience and Expertise: Carlstar seeks a result -oriented, self-driven, hands-on Quality Engineer. A proven track record of leading change and implementing best practices in the plant's products, processes, and the quality management system. Liaison with company and Customers on Quality matters. Coordinate performance reports, on-site customer quality audits and the completion of self-audits as requested.
Lead site Quality Technicians in meeting customer expectations in complaint and nonconforming investigation responses. Identify manufacturing and development constraints. Lead / facilitate structured problem solving to preform root cause failure analysis and define/ implement corrective and preventive actions to preclude recurrence. Assumes responsibility for various assigned projects designed to improve product quality, reduce costs and/or validate facility products or processes, including development and implementation of any new or required inspection methods and in-process SPC programs.
Lead advance quality planning (APQP) activities for new / upgraded product. Lead / facilitate development of APQP elements including PFMEA, control plan, statistical process control, etc. leading to internal / external PPAP. Prioritize, plan, and execute work activities in alignment with department and company priorities with minimal supervision. Support the development and maintenance of QMS to ensure compliance to standards, including ISO9001. Conduct internal and external audits, publish findings and recommendations. Create reports, communicate and publish quality measurements and objectives.
Engage in continuous improvement activities to support plant goals and objectives. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, is required. 3 years of experience in quality assurance preferred. Leadership Capabilities & Culture Fit: Unquestionable integrity, ethics and judgment. The courage and ability to take a strong position when required for the good of the Company. Excellent communication skills. The ability to be collaborative and translate complex quality and operational issues in terms readily understandable to site leaders.
Highly intelligent and analytical, possessing the intellectual curiosity to probe and understand how the dimensions within their area of responsibility work and influence the broader business. Results-oriented approach to decision making. Proven ability to quickly assimilate and have an impact. Strong interpersonal skills. An ability to positively engage with people at all levels of the organization. Developing the acumen to zoom into the weaker points of situations through pointed questions and critical thinking, without seeking to embarrass or impress others, but to strengthen execution capabilities.
He or she will embrace a philosophy of transparency, healthy debate, and accountability; and will work to weave them into the organization's Standard Operating Procedure. Demonstrated ability to influence others PDN-9acbae46-60f8-49e3-a449-027c59b3422f
Quality Assurance (QA) jobs involve the systematic monitoring and evaluation of the various aspects of a project, service, or facility to ensure that standards of quality are being met. The primary goal is to identify defects and issues before the product reaches the customer, thereby ensuring customer satisfaction and maintaining the reputation of an organization. QA roles often require attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and a good understanding of industry-specific regulations and standards. These jobs can vary widely, from software testing to food safety inspection, but they universally function as a critical checkpoint in the production and delivery process of goods or services.
Quality Assurance (QA) jobs involve ensuring that products and services meet certain standards of quality before they reach the consumer. Those in QA roles are responsible for developing and implementing testing processes, inspecting products for defects and non-compliance, and analyzing quality data to drive improvements. A key characteristic of QA positions is the focus on preventing errors rather than just correcting them, which necessitates a proactive approach and attention to detail. Additionally, QA professionals often collaborate closely with production teams to foster a culture of quality throughout an organization.
Quality Assurance (QA) jobs entail roles focused on ensuring that products or services meet established standards and customer expectations. People in QA positions are responsible for designing testing processes, creating test plans, identifying defects, and preventing defects by examining the production process. They aim to enhance product reliability and actively work to maintain quality consistency. QA roles often require keen attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and an understanding of both product specifications and customer needs. QA is an integral part of product development and maintenance, bridging the gap between the manufacturing processes and the end users to ensure a satisfactory experience.
Quality Assurance (QA) jobs involve ensuring that products, services, or software meet established standards of quality before they reach the consumer. Professionals in QA roles are responsible for identifying defects, implementing test strategies, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Key features of QA jobs include attention to detail, a systematic approach to problem-solving, and a focus on continuous improvement. QA specialists work to prevent errors and enhance customer satisfaction by aiming for zero defects and delivering reliable performance.
Quality Assurance (QA) jobs involve ensuring that products and services meet certain standards of quality before they reach the consumer. Those in QA roles are responsible for developing and implementing testing processes, inspecting products for defects and non-compliance, and analyzing quality data to drive improvements. A key characteristic of QA positions is the focus on preventing errors rather than just correcting them, which necessitates a proactive approach and attention to detail. Additionally, QA professionals often collaborate closely with production teams to foster a culture of quality throughout an organization.
Quality Assurance (QA) jobs involve ensuring that products and services meet certain standards of quality before they reach the consumer. Those in QA roles are responsible for developing and implementing testing processes, inspecting products for defects and non-compliance, and analyzing quality data to drive improvements. A key characteristic of QA positions is the focus on preventing errors rather than just correcting them, which necessitates a proactive approach and attention to detail. Additionally, QA professionals often collaborate closely with production teams to foster a culture of quality throughout an organization.
Quality Assurance (QA) Jobs encompass roles focused on ensuring that products or services meet established standards of quality, reliability, and performance. These positions typically involve identifying defects, designing test procedures, conducting tests, and making improvements. Key characteristics of QA jobs include attention to detail, a strong understanding of quality metrics, the ability to analyze data, and problem-solving skills. Individuals in QA roles work closely with development teams and are critical in maintaining customer satisfaction by preventing errors and enhancing the user experience.
Quality Assurance (QA) jobs entail roles focused on ensuring that products or services meet established standards and customer expectations. People in QA positions are responsible for designing testing processes, creating test plans, identifying defects, and preventing defects by examining the production process. They aim to enhance product reliability and actively work to maintain quality consistency. QA roles often require keen attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and an understanding of both product specifications and customer needs. QA is an integral part of product development and maintenance, bridging the gap between the manufacturing processes and the end users to ensure a satisfactory experience.
Quality Assurance (QA) Jobs encompass roles focused on ensuring that products or services meet established standards of quality, reliability, and performance. These positions typically involve identifying defects, designing test procedures, conducting tests, and making improvements. Key characteristics of QA jobs include attention to detail, a strong understanding of quality metrics, the ability to analyze data, and problem-solving skills. Individuals in QA roles work closely with development teams and are critical in maintaining customer satisfaction by preventing errors and enhancing the user experience.
Quality Assurance (QA) jobs involve the systematic monitoring and evaluation of the various aspects of a project, service, or facility to ensure that standards of quality are being met. The primary goal is to identify defects and issues before the product reaches the customer, thereby ensuring customer satisfaction and maintaining the reputation of an organization. QA roles often require attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and a good understanding of industry-specific regulations and standards. These jobs can vary widely, from software testing to food safety inspection, but they universally function as a critical checkpoint in the production and delivery process of goods or services.
Quality Assurance (QA) jobs involve the systematic monitoring and evaluation of the various aspects of a project, service, or facility to ensure that standards of quality are being met. The primary goal is to identify defects and issues before the product reaches the customer, thereby ensuring customer satisfaction and maintaining the reputation of an organization. QA roles often require attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and a good understanding of industry-specific regulations and standards. These jobs can vary widely, from software testing to food safety inspection, but they universally function as a critical checkpoint in the production and delivery process of goods or services.
Quality Assurance (QA) jobs entail roles focused on ensuring that products or services meet established standards and customer expectations. People in QA positions are responsible for designing testing processes, creating test plans, identifying defects, and preventing defects by examining the production process. They aim to enhance product reliability and actively work to maintain quality consistency. QA roles often require keen attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and an understanding of both product specifications and customer needs. QA is an integral part of product development and maintenance, bridging the gap between the manufacturing processes and the end users to ensure a satisfactory experience.
