As a Quality Manager you will provide leadership as well as the tools to continuously improve quality. Functions as a change agent in moving quality process & initiatives forward. Establishes, manages and implements quality initiatives, systems & measures by driving the continued development of a quality culture.Job ResponsibilitiesDevelops effective quality measurements and reports results to leadership team and others across division at multiple locations both domestic and/or international;Sets direction and measures effectiveness of implemented systemsCoordinates and executes quality duties across the location: quality improvements; leads warranty reduction project teams; system improvements; best practices quality initiatives; and trainingManages quality system policies and procedures by administering and coordinating quality policies and practices designed to improve quality & reduce costsCoordinates the quality management system certification processRepresents Briggs & Stratton’s quality interests for the location with suppliers and customers; participates in customer feedback gathering and focuses to improve customer satisfactionPerforms full range of managerial responsibilities which may include but not be limited to: interviewing, hiring, coaching and developing employees; planning, assigning and directing work; EEO/AA; performance management; department budgetPerforms other duties as assignedJob Skills RequirementsThorough knowledge of quality practices and procedures including Quality Management System (QMS) and ISO requirementsExcellent written, verbal, interpersonal and team oriented communication skills to effectively work with diverse groups of peopleDemonstrated success implementing large-scale improvements in complex and diverse environments both domestic and/or internationalDemonstrated project management and effective facilitation skillsComprehensive technical knowledge and background of quality and manufacturing processesAbility to exercise considerable judgment in guiding quality team in solving practical problems with a variety of concrete variables in situations where there may/may not be standardizationExcellent planning, organizational, problem solving and decision making skillsFluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or locationBachelor's Degree in Engineering or related fieldBachelors Degree in engineering or related fieldSeven years of quality or related professional experiencePrior leadership and management experienceTravel up to 25%Briggs and StrattonFor this position, the expected base annual salary range is $110K-150K commensurate with experience. Actual compensation within that range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable laws.Briggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides innovative products and diverse power solutions to help people get work done. Briggs & Stratton is the world’s largest producer of engines for outdoor power equipment, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lithium-ion battery, standby generator, energy storage system, lawn and turf care products through its Briggs & Stratton®, Vanguard®, Ferris®, Billy Goat®, and Branco® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in more than 100 countries on six continents.Briggs & Stratton is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by law. Briggs & Stratton also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veteransBriggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides innovative products and diverse power solutions to help people get work done. Briggs & Stratton is the world’s largest producer of engines for outdoor power equipment, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lithium-ion battery, standby generator, energy storage system, lawn and turf care products through its Briggs & Stratton®, Vanguard®, Ferris®, Billy Goat®, and Branco® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in more than 100 countries on six continents.