Summary
The Quality Manager will establish and maintain effective and robust Quality Management Systems.
The Quality Manager is accountable for all Quality Assurance related activities as well as statistical reporting consistent with the mission, vision, values and goals of the organization.
The Quality Manager will have responsibility for budgeting, variance analysis and the overall efficient operation of the QA department.
Education/Experience
Post-Secondary education in Business Administration, Engineering, or Manufacturing.
5+ years of experience in positions of increasing responsibility in a Manufacturing environment.
Equivalent combinations of the above maybe considered.
Lean manufacturing training (minimum Green Belt).
Safety training an asset.
Project management credentials an asset.
Environmental management credentials an asset.
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain policies, procedures and work instructions based on ISO or equivalent standards
Communication of policies and procedures throughout the organization
Monitoring policy and standards compliance
Direct activities related to Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Control Plan and Parts Submission Warrant (PSW)
Incoming product compliance according to established inspection and sampling methods
Execution of product and process audits
Outgoing product inspection incorporating critical features, known warranty issues and initial quality defects
Reporting key metrics and audit results according to agreed schedules
The use of appropriate problem-solving tools to identify and confirm robust corrective actions for all reported quality issues
Calibration of measurement equipment, and jigs and fixtures used in the manufacturing process
Identification and use of appropriate process measurement tools such as Statistical Process Control (SPC)
Assist with training shop floor personnel in the use of measurement equipment and process measurement tools
Work Conditions
Time split between and office setting various areas of the manufacturing plant
Employee may be required to work in potentially hazardous environments requiring protective equipment
Employee may be exposed to dust, odors, fumes and high levels of noise at times
Employee may be exposed to uncomfortable work setting’ may have long combinations of standing, crouching or sitting
Must be able to lift or move up to 50 lbs