Quality Manager

We are looking for a dynamic Quality professional to join our team. In this role, the Quality Manager will develop and maintain an integrated quality system which conforms to ISO 9001 standards.  The Quality Manager will oversee all quality activities of the facility, develop training programs and activities to monitor and improve quality of products and customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will possess the ability to drive operational excellence in quality initiatives, processes, and practices; and use strong project and change management skills. The Quality Manager builds partnerships with all levels of team members. Strong leadership skills and business knowledge are keys to success in this position, along with the ability to thrive in an environment of both strategy and active hands-on execution. In addition the Quality Manager will:

• Work to improve quality of outgoing products
• Work to improve communication of customer requirements, resolve customer concerns, and promote quality throughout organization
• Work closely to improve/maintain quality of raw materials/ products
• Relationships with vendors and contractors required to maintain quality products and resolve quality issues
• Relationship with registrar & auditors required to obtain and maintain certifications.
• ISO management representative
• Maintain a quality program conforming to ISO 9001:2000
• Oversee corrective action process
• Train & promote quality throughout the organization
• Lead quality improvement projects
• Oversee internal auditing

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related or relevant field preferred, or 5-7 years’ experience.
• A minimum of 5 years or more of progressive Quality Management experience in a manufacturing related environment.
• Solid working knowledge of ISO 9001 standards.
• Strong analytical understanding, ideal if Black Belt or Green Belt certified.
• Strong knowledge of and extensive experience with ERP tools / principles.
• Ability to partner with internal and external customers.
• Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint software and applications.
• Strong continuous improvement mindset and desire for action. Understanding of Lean principles.
• Ability to read blue print and drawings.
• Exceptional project management skills including ability to create action plans and timelines, manage multiple programs simultaneously.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent understanding of strategic and operational planning.
• Self-starting with the desire to own and drive outcomes, with excellent ability to self-manage time and priorities.
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial, and flexible professional approach.  Ability to work in an organizational culture of high performance, employee involvement, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to advise and influence at all levels of the organization
• Ability and willingness to handle all of the Quality administrative tasks in the role.

Comprehensive benefits and bonus potential. Strong career growth path.