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Location: Richmond, VA, Virginia, United States 
Job ID: 73906 

 

We Elevate... You

Our mission is to keep cities and people around the world moving. Since 1874 Schindler has an outstanding reputation for not only elevating buildings, but the well-being of everyone who lives and works in them. Do you have the talent, ambition, and vision to help us elevate tomorrow’s world?
 

Find out more about us here - Company Website or LinkedIn

 

As a leading employer in the urban mobility industry, we are always looking for a diverse group of people who can create exceptional value for our customers.

 

Join us as a

Product Safety Leader

 

Your Skills

Product Safety is one of Schindler's top priorities. To support the Product Safety Initiative in the US we are searching for an individual with distinct elevator know how to audit 5 year Corporate Product Safety Inspections in districts / branches at customer sites. The Technical Expert supports the different Safety Responsibilities to ensure control implementation of technical requirements and execution of SAIS, CPSI 5 CPSI 2 and other safety rules and processes for SEC.

  • Ensure our New Installation / Modernized Elevators and Escalators are safe for turnover to our customers and riding public.
  • Ensure adequate implementation and follow up of CPSI 2 and CPSI 5-year safety test rules and process
  • Regularly witness SAIS completions and conduct periodic audits of CPSI 2 and CPSI 5-year inspections
  • Review and stay current on SAIS checks and latest elevator and escalator codes to align with Group Organization Norm ON 0-17025
  • Review and stay current on latest CPSI 1, 2 & 5 / CAT 1 & 5 checks and latest elevator and escalator codes to comply with Group Organization Norm 0-17024
  • Review rules for changes, updates, local adaptations and translations for SAIS and CPSI
  • Documentation of SAIS completion and CPSI audits and other reports completed
  • Support other business units in the investigation and analysis of product related accidents
  • Perform other safety and quality level audits as needed
  • Support Technical Compliance Office Audit 
  • Self-motivated and ability to work independently to accomplish goals and tasks
  • Perform on the job inspections including car tops, pits, etc.
 

Your Experience

  • Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred and/or equivalent safety inspection experience
  • Quality Elevator Inspector (QEI) certification or equivalent desired
  • Extensive experience (10+ years) with new construction installation.
  • Prior experience in elevator field operations, new installations or existing installations and/or engineering
  • Responsible for conducting new installation and MOD turnover inspections as assigned for compliance with Schindler and ASME standards and completion of all turnover inspection documentation. 
  • Inspections will be typically executed along with the local jurisdiction inspector where appropriate.
  • Solid knowledge of elevator norms and codes
  • Identify any safety related non-conformances during inspection.  Offer guidance on non-conformance resolution (same day if possible). Report on all installation standards non-conformances, including reporting data to the responsible Schindler management
  • Offer constructive feedback to installation team on installation issues and safety non-conformances after each inspection and safety tests (followup email/phone call. Persuasive and strong in follow up; good customer and people orientation)
  • Ability to convey self-confidence and communicate effectively for the purpose of training, sharing information and providing feedback (verbal and written)
  • Participate in monthly meetings with Product Safety Team to offer feedback on inspection findings and to understand any new Schindler standards and policies
  • Support activities related to audit preparations
 

Our Commitment

 
•  Fully vested 401k match (up to 7% of total compensation).
•  Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans - Effective from first day of hire.
•  3 weeks’ vacation which increases with tenure, 7 sick days, 3 floating holidays and 8 Company Observed Holidays.
•  Tuition Reimbursement - Eligible after 6 months of service.
•  Parental Leave – 100% base pay for 6 consecutive weeks within first year of a child’s birth or adoption.
•  Partnership with Maven Milk to ship breast milk for employees traveling on Schindler business.
 

Will you join us and elevate tomorrow’s World?

 

We look forward to receiving your complete online application.

 

At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practice equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavor that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, color, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health, disability or veteran status.

 

 

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