Quality and EHS Manager

Location: 

Minneapolis, MN, US, 55440-9497

Work Site:  Onsite
Duration:  Permanent / Unlimited
Date:  Feb 3, 2025

Two billion people eat food every day that was produced with Bühler equipment. One billion people drive vehicles whose parts were manufactured with our machines.​ Bühler aims to balance humanity, nature, and the economy in every decision as it develops solutions that unlock sustainable business opportunities in the global food, feed, and mobility industries. We strive to create innovations for a better world, with a special focus on healthy, safe, and sustainable solutions. Therefore, we team up with customers, start-ups, multinationals, and academia to accelerate impact together.

Summary

As our Quality and EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety) Manager, you'll spearhead the culture of quality and safety at Bühler’s Service Stations, taking full ownership of our quality systems. You'll lead a dedicated team of Quality engineers, executing Bühler’s strategy on Quality, Health & Safety, and sustainability with precision and passion. Aligning with our global goals, you'll drive impactful initiatives that ensure excellence and sustainability throughout the region. Join us and make a significant difference in shaping the future of quality at Bühler.

The base compensation range for this position is $100,000 - $120,000 with a 15% variable bonus.

Job Responsibilities

  • Oversees the process, implementation, teaching, enforcement and further development of Bühler’s Complaint Management System (CAQ) and ensures that the 8D Complaint solution system is used for all corrective and preventative actions. This includes quality assessments, writing procedures, and enforcing procedures 
  • Creates and sustains a quality culture that is based on a standardized approach 
  • Initiates and supports Health, Safety and Environmental programs 
  • Supports Management Team in improving product quality and improving customer satisfaction 
  • Responsible for the companies’ Quality Management System regarding ISO, and ISO recertification 
  • Leads, coaches and motivates direct reports by establishing open communication; defines team and personal goals based on department needs; conducts mid-year and annual reviews for team members and provides regular feedback 
  • Ensures that the organization understands, embraces, and employs sound quality methodologies in all its work and that the set of metrics is developed and used to accurately, timely, and cost effectively measure and communicate quality performance 
  • Work with managers in Customer Service and Project Execution to ensure quality measures are being followed in each department. Looks cross-functionally for solutions and improvements to meet quality expectations 
  • Drives continuous improvement and lean initiatives in regards to quality 
  • Develops and maintains relationships with customers, partners and primary subcontractors to ensure smooth operation of projects  
  • Domestic and International travel 15% time 
  • Performs other duties as assigned 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, mechanical, or electrical engineering or related field
  • Certified Quality Engineer Certification preferred
  • +5 years of quality management and supervisory experience including a broad range of technical and commercial knowledge
  • Technology/Equipment: Microsoft Office and enterprise software required
  • SAP experience preferred  
  • Ability to clearly communicate to all levels of the organization 
  • Knowledge of hazardous waste, environmental compliance reporting, and sustainability preferred 
  • Ability to effectively influence and motivate others. Exhibit ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization 
  • Strong project management skills 
  • Displays confidence while remaining approachable in a variety business situations
  • Project Management - defines outcomes and expectations based on customer requirements; uses resources efficiently and manages within budget limits 
  • Planning/Organizing - sets clear goals and functions effectively under critical and tight deadlines, heavy workloads and other pressures 
  • Judgment/Decision Making/Problem Solving - assess situations to determine importance, urgency and risks, and makes clear and timely decisions in the best interest of the organization 
  • Managing Risk - takes actions in which the benefits to the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery are weighed against potential risks 
  • Fiscal Management – monitors expenditures and resources to ensure spending is within allotments
  • Detail Orientation - ensures information is complete and accurate
  • Oral and Written Communication - presents information, analysis, and ideas in writing in a clear and concise manner
  • Speaks and understands English 

Questions? We're happy to help!

Jack Drucker, Regional Recruiter

jack.drucker@buhlergroup.com

Benefits

International and successful company with sustainable prospects for the future
Wide technical & modern environment with interesting challenges
Professional environment with an open communication culture
Exciting development and training opportunities
Great and dynamic work environment
Health Insurance with Health Savings Account
Dental
Vision and Life Insurance
Short Term and Long Term Disability
401(k) with 6% company contribution
15 days vacation
Sick Time
Maternity and Paternity Leave

At Bühler we are not only offering working opportunities and international exchange of like-minded professionals. We are more than just a global company. Our value proposition to transform the way companies feed and move the world, is driving positive change in the industries in which we operate globally. Become a part of a dynamic environment that combines your drive for innovation with a world ​of possibilities.​ Joining us means embracing a shared purpose of creating innovations for a better world while becoming part of a company that is dedicated to your success.

As a global organization, we embrace the diversity of our global workforce. At Bühler, you will collaborate with professionals from around the world, each bringing in a unique perspective to the table. It is a business priority for us to harness the diversity of our global workforce and include them in their uniqueness to create a culture of belonging guided by our TOP values – Trust, Ownership and Passion. Embark on a journey that combines the excitement of global collaboration with the reassurance of a welcoming workplace.

Let’s create impact together!