Sr. Engineering/Quality Manager
Sr. Engineering/Quality Manager
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JOB SUMMARY
The Sr. Manufacturing/Quality Manager will have a strong background in process improvement lean manufacturing and a solid understanding of IATF 16949 quality standards. Experience with Kaizen and continuous improvement initiatives is essential. The Sr. Manufacturing/Quality Manager shall organize plan direct and oversee the organizations quality and regulatory efforts related to internal and external conformance to reasonable standards. The main functions are to plan and adhere to HPCs Quality Management System verify and validate internal and external product designs relative to tolerance and champion the business units quality culture. The Sr. Manufacturing/Quality Manager may host customers during site visits or act as the customers representative before during and after testing. The position also supports other departments to ensure a positive customer experience by verifying the company is meeting or exceeding customer expectations.
REPORTING TO
General Manager
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Review update and approve procedures in the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance to AS9100 and ISO 9001.
Support daily manufacturing operations driving improvements in efficiency safety and quality.
Lead and participate in Kaizen events and other lean initiatives to optimize workflow and reduce waste.
Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and other industry standards supporting internal and external audits.
Develop implement and maintain process documentation work instructions and standard operating procedures.
- Stay current and up to date on any changes that may affect the QMS.
- Lead Engineering/Quality Management Review Meetings to routinely review critical inputs and outputs of the QMS.
- Participate in the review of KPI for all Core Processes and internal business metrics for the QMS. Report on achievement of targets and or initiate corrective action as needed to meet targets.
- Report on Engineering/Quality Dept. KPIs and take corrective action as needed to meet targets.
- Oversee and as appropriate participate in process internal audits to ensure compliance with the (QMS)
- Oversee and participate in Corrective Action and (non-conforming) Material Review meetings.
- Approve and check the effectiveness of customer vendor and internal corrective actions.
- Assist with RMA inspections assessments and recommendations to resolve customer issues.
- Drive the implementation of robust root cause investigations and corrective/preventative actions.
- Work with other department Managers to share ideas and improve operation. Recommending supporting and implementing continuous improvement activities without compromising quality while optimizing cost.
- Operates in accordance with any health safety and environmental policies and procedures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of staff and visitors.
- Train others in all aspects of the QMS and application of procedures.
- Manage coach and develop a high performing Engineering/Quality Inspection Team.
- Work with Engineering/Quality personnel and as required with customers to resolve internal/external quality concerns.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors to resolve quality issues promptly reduce rework/scrap and improve lead times.
- Perform or oversee on-site or remote supplier/vendor audits.
- Oversee and as appropriate participate in customer quality contract reviews and ensure that all necessary processes are in place to satisfy all customer requirements.
- Act as a technical resource directly with customers on occasion.
- Respond to customer complaints promptly putting in containment actions and implementing short-term and long-term countermeasures.
- Foster a positive working relationship with union representatives by adhering to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- Oversee the development of QC documents for products and projects. This may include creating a project-specific QC plan and Inspection / Functional Acceptance Test plans.
- Provide technical expertise to the Engineering and quality Inspection teams as needed.
- Other duties as specified by senior management.
SKILLS and ABILITIES
- Computer expertise (Preferably Visual or equivalent ERP software Excel Word Outlook PowerPoint).
- Ability to multi-task plan organize develop implement and interpret goals objectives and policies.
- Comfortable leading and participating in group meetings.
- Supervisory skills and experience preferred.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Industrial Engineering or a related field.
7 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial engineering role.
Strong knowledge of IATF 16949 standards and quality systems.
Experience with Kaizen Six Sigma and/or Lean Manufacturing tools.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and CAD (AutoCAD or SolidWorks preferred).
Excellent analytical problem-solving and communication skills.
Self-motivated and detail-oriented with a hands-on approach.
- Experience in production and quality control methods (ISO9001 AS9100 etc.) preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to stand stoop and lift up to 40 lbs.
EEOC Statement
MW Industries Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
