Quality Manager
Quality Manager - Galena, IL
The Quality Manager oversees the quality control processes to ensure products meet corporate and regulatory standards. They develop and implement quality control systems, monitor production processes, and conduct regular audits to identify and correct deficiencies. Additionally, they collaborate with other departments to establish quality assurance objectives and train employees on quality control measures. Their role is crucial in maintaining high product standards and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Develop quality vision and strategy for the Galena, IL facility and manage a team of quality professionals to implement that vision.
- Execute and maintain the division's quality strategies and objectives in alignment with the enterprise vision over both the short and long term.
- Manage actions directed toward total cost of quality, initial quality, warranty, air/water/structural, and the perfect order specific to the division.
- Ensure compliance with quality systems and drive a continuous improvement mindset throughout the team.
- Implement and manage non-conformance and error-proofing techniques, providing best practice knowledge to the manufacturing team.
- Continuously monitor product and process trends for changes in quality or related issues over time.
- Build and actively develop talent for the next generation of quality leadership.
Qualifications and Skills:
- BS degree in Engineering or a Quality/Technology-related field
- 7+ years' experience in Engineering/Technical Quality Management
- Deep understanding of quality management systems and standards, including supplier quality
- Ability to develop and improve concepts, standards, and new applications based on quality principles and theories
- Well-versed in QA processes and methodologies with adaptability to business needs
- Experience with design and maintenance of business intelligence applications (e.g., Microsoft Power Apps, Power BI dashboards)
- Strong aptitude for continuous improvement and lean manufacturing
- Effective interpersonal skills and ability to gain alignment across cross-functional teams
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must-Have Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a technical field
- 7+ years' experience in a regulated industry (ISO, IATF, etc.) as a quality leader
- Demonstrated experience leading teams driving compliance to Quality Management Systems
- Thorough understanding of FMEA (Failure Mode & Effects Analysis), DFM (Design For Manufacturing), and RCCA (Root Cause Corrective Action)
- Experience with supplier source selection and CAPA supplier support
Nice-to-Have Qualifications:
- ASQ quality certification
- Black Belt certification
- QMS implementation experience
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