Quality Manager

Summary:Our award-winning client is seeking a Quality Manager to join their team. Leads the company's quality functions, overseeing the development, implementation, and maintenance of a strategic quality plan, including the establishment of standards, policies, procedures, specifications, people practices, and training initiatives across all phases of company processes.Responsibilities:Establish, implement, and sustain a comprehensive quality system.Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards through the maintenance of the quality system.Collaborate with customers and suppliers to establish quality requirements.Foster effective relationships with customers and suppliers, taking the lead in resolving quality issues promptly.Support the advanced product quality planning (APQP) process.Contribute to the development of processes for data acquisition and analysis.Manage the customer return material authorization (RMA) process, reducing returns through internal and supplier-driven improvements.Plan, promote, and organize training activities focused on product quality.Define Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and ensure the achievement of quality performance metrics for the plant. Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Quality Sciences, Engineering, or a related technical field.5-7 years of progressive experience in Quality Management leadership and Quality Engineering within a manufacturing or process environment.Strong preference for quality-related experience in a manufacturing/foundry setting.A 4-year degree in a relevant field.Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing quality core tools such as APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, etc.Expertise in deploying statistical quality methods, including sampling plans, DOE, Cpk, etc.Understanding of metrology, with proficiency in using measuring devices like calipers, micrometers, hardness testing, x-rays, and coordinate measuring machines (CMM).Experience conducting both destructive and non-destructive tests on materials and parts to assess performance, life, or material characteristics.Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, or formulas, collaborating with management or engineering staff to establish quality standards.Previous leadership experience with ISO9001 Quality Management System.ASQ Quality Engineer certification is advantageous.Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification is a plus.Experience with ISO14001, ITAR, AS9100, TS16942, ISO14981 quality systems.Familiarity with continuous improvement processes, including Six Sigma, kaizen, lean, etc.