Quality And Compliance Manager

Fire-Dex is a global manufacturer of PPE for first responders and an Independent Service Provider (ISP) of PPE care and maintenance under our Gear Wash brand. Founded in 1983 and headquartered in Medina, Ohio, we pride ourselves on being a family business whose mission is “to serve those who serve”. Our dedicated team of associates have helped paved the path of innovation for new products and services that are focused on the health and safety of first responders by offering turnout gear, alternative PPE, boots, hoods, gloves, and helmets. Come join our growth !

We're seeking a Quality and Compliance Manager is to design, implement and manage the Fire-Dex Quality Management System (QMS) consistent with ISO 9001 requirements across all manufacturing locations (OH, GA and NC) as well as oversight of product compliance including: NFPA, UL and other third party certifications, ensuring products are made in compliance with the Fire-Dex Quality Management System, and working closely with design, sales, marketing and support to ensure revenue and customer satisfaction goals are met. This a remote position that requires travel to our manufacturing locations and other business-related travel.

Further Responsibilities

• Oversee ISO, NFPA, UL, SEI and other third-party certification requirements across all manufacturing locations (excludes GearWash facilities)
• Ensure adherence to the Quality Management System including internal and external audits, identification and execution of Corrective Action Requests and identifying Opportunities for Improvement
• Preparation and execution of annual compliance budget
• Evaluation and planning of resource needs
• Lead quarterly Management Review meetings as required by QMS
• Direct supervision of Quality Assurance team members on site at manufacturing locations
• Assist in new product development specifically with NFPA compliance testing
• Identify and implement improvements Quality Management System processes
• Perform internal quality audits as specified in the Quality Management System
• Site visits each quarter or as required to meet assigned objectives
• Occasional visits to third party testing labs, suppliers and end users
• Work closely with Sales and Operation teams to optimize quality, cost and customer satisfaction
• Effective communication of status of projects and action items with Fire-Dex leadership

Qualifications We're Seeking:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Product Design or related field
• Minimum of 3-5 years of Quality Management or related technical development experience
• Demonstrated project management experience
• Experience with NFPA Personal Protective Equipment requirements is a plus
• Technical aptitude for understanding materials science applications
• Root Cause Analysis
• Ability to travel (25-30%) to production sites as well as occasional visits with external testing labs, end users and company meetings
• Applicants must be situated east of the Mississippi River and ideally reside in close proximity to a major airport, ideally near one of our manufacturing locations in Medina, OH; Pelham, GA; or Old Fort, NC

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Profit sharing bonuses
• PTO (Paid time off)
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) with matching
• Life insurance and short-term disability insurance
• EAP for entire family
• Fulfillment about purposeful work within an impactful industry

More About Us:

• Our values include fun, integrity, respect, and excellence = FIRE!
• 41 years in business
• Multi award-winning organization – including multiple repeat recognition as a Top Workplace by NorthCoast 99 eight times over, Family Business Achievement Awards, Smart Culture Awards, Cascade Business Growth Awards and Weatherhead 100!

Be part of making the highest quality personal protective equipment in the USA and keeping first responders safe!

Learn more about our culture and team!

• Find purposeful work making firefighter PPE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EY6nF69ZXvc
• Find your work passion with the Fire-Dex family: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zh-cq2r1xyU
• How It's Made: Turnout Gear: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwgnI2OjBXk

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: Remote