Offline PDI Manager

Grand Design RV is currently sourcing for an Offline PDI Manager to join our team. This position is responsible for ensuring the final product has been thoroughly inspected, documentations are in order and ready for shipment for dealers. This role will be managing a team of people who are responsible for ensuring that the product is complete before being shipped to dealers/customers. Manage, Lead, and Direct all offline Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) activities.

Founded in 2012, Grand Design has become one of the fastest-growing RV brands in history and is consistently rated among the highest quality RV manufacturers in North America. Case in point? August 2023 was cause for celebration after Grand Design produced its 250,000th recreational vehicle. "Reaching this mark is not just a testament to the hard work and vision of our incredible team, but it is also a reflection of the trust and loyalty our customers have placed in us," (Don Clark, President and CEO).

"We strive for nothing less than customers for life." As our journey continues, Grand Design remains focused on its mission: to lead the industry in quality and innovation, while fostering a family-like connection among our team members, customers, and dealers.

That's our story and our journey. What's yours?

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Ensure the timely, efficient, and effective movement of product through the PDI process in each plant.
• Appoint qualified Line PDI managers to each plant and ensure they have the tools and equipment necessary to perform their daily duties.
• Implement an efficient process/system to accurately capture defects identified in the PDI process.
• Document and distributes unit-specific defects identified as well as unit throughput performance.
• Participate in all weekly product audits (Offline PDI) and use results to drive process improvement.
• Ensure the accurate weight scaling & DOT/CSA labeling of all products processed through PDI.
• Manage the transportation of units post PDI, coordinating all movement with our Transportation department.
• Work closely and collaborate with the Plant Managers, Product Managers, Codes & Compliance, and Quality Control/Test teams to ensure objectives are effective and met.
• Determine and attain staffing levels and training requirements to achieve pre-delivery inspection objectives.
• Assist with the preparation and set-up of special event units (shows, rallies, corporate displays, etc.).
• Ensure that all PDI tools and equipment are functional, properly calibrated, and maintained.
• Ensure that all tractors and tugs (coach and trailer haulers) are operated safely and properly maintained.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma.
• RVIA/RVDA certification preferred.
• Tractor operation experience. Certification every 2 years.
• RV build experience preferred.
• Leadership/Management experience required, minimum of 5 years.
• Microsoft office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) required.

Physical Demands

• Will be out in the Production floor 60-70% of the time.
• May need to lift, push, pull between 30-60 lbs.?
• On occasion, this role may be utilized to substitute in times of team member(s) absences.
• Some travel may be required, 5-10% of the time.
• Able to work early and flexible hours.

Our Core Values

• Gratitude - Safely serving team members and our communities through humility and empathy to make our company, communities, and world a better place.
• Respect - Acting with integrity and transparency because believing in each other is the building block for all other relationships.
• Accountability - Holding each other to the highest expectations in all we say and do.
• iNnovation - Striving to be industry-leading with our people, processes, and products.
• Drive - Determined to exceed the expectations of our team members, vendors, dealers, and retail customers.

At Grand Design, we believe ALL people are leaders and hold each other accountable to high expectations.

Leadership Expectations:

• Connect with Purpose
  • Be inclusive; seek out different perspectives.
  • Focus on the Customer; put yourself in the customer's shoes.
  • Communicate Clearly; say what needs to be said and listen.
• Execute with Excellence
  • Explore Possibilities; ask, "What if?" and embrace new ideas.
  • Set Direction; prioritize, plan, and align; balance thinking and action.
  • Drive Results; get the right things done; work with a sense of urgency.
• Build the Future
  • Transform the Road Ahead; anticipate opportunities; seek new opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Navigate Change; be agile and flexible; take on new challenges.
  • Inspire Growth; help each other improve; commit to personal development.

If you are the right candidate for this position, as a Grand Design Team Member you will be eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life Insurance, Accidental Injury, Critical Illness, Short & Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Holiday and Vacation Pay

Grand Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer.