Quality Manager/Metallurgist

Career Strategy Consultants is seeking a skilled Quality Manager/Metallurgist for a direct-hire opportunity with a manufacturer near Wheeling, West Virginia. This position focuses on: coordinating activities and operations of the quality department. ensuring the organization's production operations from raw materials to finished products, and meeting the quality, integrity, and efficiency standards set by the organization.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement quality management systems (QMS) to ensure products and services meet the required quality standards and customer expectations.Oversee the implementation, maintenance, and auditing of the ISO 9001 quality management system to ensure continuous compliance with international standardsEnsure accurate and up-to-date documentation, records, and procedures are maintained within all quality systems.Analyze and improve metallurgical processes to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality in metal production.Identify and resolve issues in metallurgical processes, such as equipment malfunction, material defects, or process inefficiencies.Design experiments for materials to investigate potential improvements or remedies for product issues.Provide technical support to production teams, ensuring smooth operation of metallurgical systems and adherence to production targets.Monitor process parameters, collect data, and prepare reports on process performance, quality metrics, and production outcomes.Evaluates current procedures, practices, and product specifications and develops and implements improvements as needed.Oversees completion of appropriate documentation to support testing procedures.Oversees preparation of technical reports and summaries based on data.Conduct regular internal audits and inspections to ensure compliance with established quality procedures and standards.Ensures laboratory equipment is maintained in accordance with established schedules and proceduresIdentify areas for improvement within production and operational processes, recommending and implementing strategies to increase efficiency and qualityWorks with sales from a strategic level to ensure that products meet quality, integrity, functionality, and other specifications and requirements.Evaluate and manage suppliers to ensure that incoming materials and components meet quality standardsInvestigate and address customer complaints and feedback, ensuring effective resolution and implementing corrective actions when necessary.Direct quality control personnel to ensure the achievement of company objectives.Performs other related duties as assigned. Education/Experience Required:Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field, Metallurgy preferred.Experience: 3-5 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience