Manufacturing Quality Manager 80-140K D.O.E... Direct Hire ASAP!

We are urgently looking for a Quality Manager right now for a medium sized machine shop specializing in making small parts for the military and government for their equipment. This opportunity would provide a great opportunity to move into a upper management role quickly as your reports would be upper management employees.

1. Developing Quality Management Systems (QMS):

   • Design, implement, and maintain comprehensive quality management systems aligned with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
   • Develop and update quality policies, procedures, and documentation to ensure compliance and adherence to quality standards.

2. Quality Assurance:

   • Lead quality assurance efforts to ensure products meet or exceed customer expectations and regulatory requirements.
   • Establish quality metrics, monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), and analyze data to identify areas for improvement.

3. Compliance and Regulatory Affairs:

   • Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements, standards, and certifications (e.g., ISO, FDA, GMP).
   • Stay updated on changes in regulations and industry standards and implement necessary adjustments to maintain compliance.

4. Auditing and Inspection:

   • Plan and conduct internal audits to assess the effectiveness of quality systems and identify non-conformities.
   • Coordinate external audits and inspections by regulatory agencies or customers, and implement corrective actions as needed.

5. Continuous Improvement:

   • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, reduce defects, and optimize manufacturing processes.
   • Implement lean manufacturing principles and quality methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma) to streamline operations and eliminate waste.

6. Training and Development:

   • Provide training and guidance to employees on quality procedures, standards, and best practices.
   • Foster a culture of quality and accountability by promoting awareness and understanding of quality goals and objectives.

7. Supplier Quality Management:

   • Collaborate with suppliers to establish quality requirements, evaluate supplier performance, and address quality issues in the supply chain.
   • Implement supplier quality management processes to ensure the quality of incoming materials and components.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field. Advanced degree or certifications (e.g., Six Sigma Black Belt, ASQ certifications) preferred.
• Proven experience (typically 5+ years) in quality management roles within a manufacturing environment, with a focus on implementing and maintaining quality management systems.
• In-depth knowledge of quality standards and regulations (e.g., ISO 9001, FDA regulations) and experience with quality auditing processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement corrective actions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Leadership abilities with a track record of driving change and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proficiency in quality management tools and software applications.

If you have interest in hearing more, apply here or give me a direct call at 860-760-0313 extension 305.

-Steve