Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead all corporate quality functions ensuring compliance with dual quality systems (IATF16949 and ISO9001). This role focuses on promoting customer satisfaction and impacting the companys financial performance through quality initiatives. The Quality Manager will support new product development oversee continuous improvement projects and manage a team of technical experts and quality inspectors.
Key Responsibilities: - Manage daily operations of the quality control team ensuring resources and priorities align with operational demands.
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to support continuous improvement and address nonconformities.
- Lead internal and thirdparty audits for IATF/ISO certifications ensuring compliance and effective audit processes.
- Conduct management reviews of the quality system and oversee documentation control and change management.
- Administer PPAP and qualification retention for both new and existing products with a focus on automotive and military standards.
- Provide technical support and training to teams on quality tools and processes (DFMEA SPC etc.).
- Support procurement activities by qualifying new suppliers and monitoring existing suppliers through audits and verification of raw materials.
- Participate in environmental management by engaging in continual improvement efforts to reduce environmental impacts.
Key Competencies: - Technical Skills:
- 8D FMEA MSA and SPC (internal expert level)
- Certified to perform product and process audits
- Familiarity with customer quality portals
- Leadership & Collaboration:
- Ability to lead teams and work effectively across departments
- Problem Solving & Analysis:
- Strong analytical skills particularly in quality and process improvement
- Customer Focus:
- Direct problemsolving experience with customers
- Environmental Responsibility:
- Ensure compliance with environmental policies participate in improvement efforts and report environmental concerns
Qualifications: - Bachelors degree in a STEM field
- Knowledge of lean/six sigma methodology and quality tools
- Experience in the plastics or wire and cable industry with an automotive background
- Prior direct experience in solving customer problems
Additional Information: - This position requires lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Fulltime role Monday to Friday with potential for evening and weekend work as needed.
- Some travel required.