Quality Manager (Manufacturing)
Essential Job Functions
The following duties are normal for this position. The incumbent may perform some or all of these duties however; it is not an exclusive or all-inclusive list. Other duties may be assigned.
- Establishes site(s) strategies, systems and controls to support company and customer objectives in the areas of Quality Assurance/Compliance
- Establishes and reports site(s) key Quality performance metrics and provides leadership support to assigned sites to ensure scorecard objectives are met
- Implements and maintains overarching Quality framework, which utilizes assessment, training, and monitoring techniques to ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations, and independent agency standards
- Establishes and assures implementation of company-wide Quality programs
- Manages quality incident resolution process including completion of root cause analyses, calculation of total cost of quality, implementation of corrective actions, and communication to key stakeholders
- Addresses Quality concerns and operational improvement opportunities working with key stakeholders and implementing corrective actions
- Manages the external/internal audit processes and supports site Quality representative responsible for executing any needed corrective action to address audit deficiencies
- Provides guidance on staffing, training, employee relations and performance management to develop and enhance the Quality function, working closely with direct reports
- Maintains industry, professional and technical knowledge by networking, attending industry events, and reviewing professional publications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree required
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of and ability to use and influence organization's policies, standards and procedures guiding manufacturing processes
- Knowledge of methods, accepted practices, considerations and regulatory requirements associated with safety and protection of workers, environment and site
- Knowledge of the existing and planned approaches and methods for manufacturing products or product components
- Knowledge of the day-to-day operations of a manufacturing plant or facility
- Knowledge of and experience with effectively managing changes to the production environment and process
- Knowledge of and ability to identify a problem and use a disciplined approach to bringing that problem to a successful resolution
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
- Primarily works in a production and/or warehouse setting with time also spent in an office setting
- Frequent walking and standing required
- Occasional travel required
- Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.
The expected salary range for this position is $80,000 - $85,000 annually. This role is also eligible for an annual incentive plan and for a full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; basic term life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability; EAP; 401(k) retirement savings plan; PTO and paid holidays.
