What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Manager, Quality Assurance position at Lennox?
Who We Are
Allied Air Enterprises is a division of Lennox International. We bring together the collective strengths of seven comfort brands – Armstrong Air, AirEase, Concord, Ducane, Allied, Allied Commercial and Magic-Pak to give distributors and dealers the ultimate source for heating and cooling solutions. From compact residential applications to large commercial projects, Allied Aire Enterprises redefines ease-of-business through breadth of product, resources and competencies unparalleled in the market.
Lennox (NYSE: LII) Driven by 130 years of legacy, HVAC and refrigeration success, Lennox provides our residential and commercial customers with industry-leading climate-control solutions. At Lennox, we win as a team, aiming for excellence and delivering innovative, sustainable products and services. Our culture guides us and creates a workplace where all employees feel heard and welcomed. Lennox is a global community that values each team member’s contributions and offers a supportive environment for career development. Come, stay, and grow with us.
What Drives Success
The Plant Quality Assurance Senior Manager is responsible for developing and implementing quality policies and procedures to ensure production meets established standards. This role leads the quality function at the plant level, driving continuous improvement, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
What We Are Looking For
Compensation : This is a salaried exempt role. The starting salary range for this role and market is between $137,000- $180,000 annually. Factors that may affect starting salary include geography/market and the skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Employees in this role are also eligible for an annual bonus in accordance with the terms of the Company’s applicable plan. Employees in this role are not eligible for overtime.
Benefits : Subject to applicable eligibility requirements, the following benefits are offered for this role: tuition reimbursement; medical, dental, and vision insurance; prescription drug coverage; 401(k) retirement plan; short-term disability insurance; 8 weeks paid birthing leave; 2 weeks paid bonding leave; life and long-term disability insurance.
Depending on date of hire, and subject to applicable eligibility requirements, new employees in this role also receive up to: 12 days paid time off, 2 paid well-being days, 1 paid volunteer day, 12 paid holidays, and 1 floating holidays per year.
Our Culture : At Lennox, our Core Values of Integrity, Respect & Excellence are ingrained in the fabric of the organization. They define our culture – which is about how we do business and how we treat others. Lennox is not just a workplace; we are a global community that values each team member’s contributions. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to recruit, develop, and retain talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed and contribute to our continued growth and success. At Lennox, you’ll take pride in our brands, knowing you are part of something special. Come, stay, and grow with us!
Disclaimers: The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Lennox reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Allied Air Enterprises is a division of Lennox International. We bring together the collective strengths of seven comfort brands – Armstrong Air, AirEase, Concord, Ducane, Allied, Allied Commercial and Magic-Pak to give distributors and dealers the ultimate source for heating and cooling solutions. From compact residential applications to large commercial projects, Allied Aire Enterprises redefines ease-of-business through breadth of product, resources and competencies unparalleled in the market.
Lennox (NYSE: LII) Driven by 130 years of legacy, HVAC and refrigeration success, Lennox provides our residential and commercial customers with industry-leading climate-control solutions. At Lennox, we win as a team, aiming for excellence and delivering innovative, sustainable products and services. Our culture guides us and creates a workplace where all employees feel heard and welcomed. Lennox is a global community that values each team member’s contributions and offers a supportive environment for career development. Come, stay, and grow with us.
What Drives Success
The Plant Quality Assurance Senior Manager is responsible for developing and implementing quality policies and procedures to ensure production meets established standards. This role leads the quality function at the plant level, driving continuous improvement, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of quality assurance protocols and testing models.
- Oversee sampling procedures, techniques, and equipment to ensure consistency and accuracy.
- Design and implement methods to maintain quality throughout the production lifecycle.
- Manage ongoing inspection, testing, analysis, and resolution processes to uphold quality standards.
- Identify quality variances and recommend corrective actions to maintain compliance with specifications.
- Ensure timely and cost-effective completion of quality-related projects.
- Lead and develop the Quality team, focusing on talent development, performance management, and succession planning.
- Collaborate with customers to define and resolve product quality issues and develop cost-effective quality programs.
- Review product designs and recommend specification revisions to enhance quality and manufacturability.
- Develop and execute quality management strategies aligned with short-term business goals and long-term objectives.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Six Sigma, SPC, and other statistical methodologies.
- Oversee calibration systems and repair depot operations for gauges, fixtures, instruments, and tooling.
- Maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure quality standards are met across the supply chain.
- Champion a culture of quality and employee engagement across all levels of the organization.
What We Are Looking For
- Requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related industrial field required; Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in manufacturing quality management, preferably in assembly processes.
- At least 3 years of direct management experience.
- Extensive knowledge of quality systems, policies, and procedures.
- Proven expertise in statistical analysis, SPC, DOE, root cause analysis, and data-driven problem solving.
- Demonstrated ability to present quality initiatives and solutions using ROI and business modeling.
- Strong written, verbal, presentation, and persuasion skills.
- Excellent organizational and computer skills.
- Effective leadership and people management capabilities.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to gain employee buy-in and foster collaboration.
- This is an on-site role based in Orangeburg, SC ( This position is 100% onsite)
Compensation : This is a salaried exempt role. The starting salary range for this role and market is between $137,000- $180,000 annually. Factors that may affect starting salary include geography/market and the skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Employees in this role are also eligible for an annual bonus in accordance with the terms of the Company’s applicable plan. Employees in this role are not eligible for overtime.
Benefits : Subject to applicable eligibility requirements, the following benefits are offered for this role: tuition reimbursement; medical, dental, and vision insurance; prescription drug coverage; 401(k) retirement plan; short-term disability insurance; 8 weeks paid birthing leave; 2 weeks paid bonding leave; life and long-term disability insurance.
Depending on date of hire, and subject to applicable eligibility requirements, new employees in this role also receive up to: 12 days paid time off, 2 paid well-being days, 1 paid volunteer day, 12 paid holidays, and 1 floating holidays per year.
Our Culture : At Lennox, our Core Values of Integrity, Respect & Excellence are ingrained in the fabric of the organization. They define our culture – which is about how we do business and how we treat others. Lennox is not just a workplace; we are a global community that values each team member’s contributions. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to recruit, develop, and retain talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed and contribute to our continued growth and success. At Lennox, you’ll take pride in our brands, knowing you are part of something special. Come, stay, and grow with us!
Disclaimers: The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Lennox reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Salary : $137,000 - $180,000
