Quality Manager
Union City, NJ - USA
Job Summary
Here at Westfall Technik we pride ourselves on being ta fast growing Plastic Injection Manufacturing Company in the USA and soon Globally. While many companies outsource their work we believe in keeping our jobs in the US. We currently support over 1100 employees across 11 facilities in the US and we are still growing.
At our Delta Yimin Technologies Inc we invest in our people. Our overall success is largely contributed to our employees skills and talents that have been impactful and essential to the growth of our business. Here youll get the opportunity to test your knowledge and skills and become a critical player within Westfall. We want you to view your time at Westfall as an investment to your future.
We are currently seeking Quality Manager with the below qualifications:
Professional Attributes
The Quality Manager is responsible for developing implementing and maintaining the
Quality Management and Control Strategy. This role ensures that quality standards are
consistently met through robust systems proactive process control and cross-functional
leadership. The Quality Manager serves as the sites Management Representative for ISO
and other quality certifications (e.g. SQF) and leads efforts in continuous improvement
regulatory compliance and customer satisfaction.
Strong communication analytical thinking systems proficiency and presentation skills are
essential for effectively managing internal teams addressing customer concerns and
collaborating with cross-functional departments.
Desired Skills and Experience
1. Quality Management Systems (QMS)
Oversee maintain and continuously improve the companys QMS to meet ISO and
customer-specific requirements.
Analyze system performance data and recommend changes to enhance
effectiveness reduce variation and ensure compliance.
Audit internal processes and documentation to ensure full adherence to applicable
standards (ISO 9001/ 13485 SQF etc.).
Lead the development and implementation of new quality programs and systems as
needed.
2. Leadership & Strategic Planning
Serve as the ISO Management Representative and SQF Practitioner managing
related documentation teams and external audit activities.
Coordinate quality activities in new product introductions and engineering projects to
ensure compliance from design through production.
Establish strategic quality goals and KPIs aligned with business objectives regularly
reporting progress to executive leadership.
Lead the Food Safety Team and oversee compliance with food safety standards
where applicable.
3. Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis
Lead advanced problem-solving efforts (e.g. 8D DMAIC FMEA) using analytical
tools to identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions.
Champion the Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) system:
o Track and verify open actions for timely completion.
o Analyze trends and recurring issues to drive systemic improvements.
o Conduct effectiveness audits and department-level ISO process audits.
4. Continuous Improvement
Drive a culture of continuous improvement across the organization using tools such
as Lean Six Sigma and SPC.
Facilitate training sessions quality awareness programs and workshops to elevate
the quality mindset.
5. Other Duties as Assigned
Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support the team and meet
operational priorities.
Specific Skill Set
Communication
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for
internal and external interactions report writing and audit
presentations.
Presentation Confident in presenting data trends and insights to
senior management auditors and customers.
System Strong understanding of ERP systems QMS software
and data analysis platforms.
Analytics Ability to interpret data draw logical conclusions and
make data-driven decisions.
Exposure
Bachelors degree in engineering Quality or a related technical discipline (masters
degree or certifications a plus).
Minimum 57 years of progressive quality management experience in a
manufacturing environment (plastics packaging or regulated industries preferred).
Certified Lead Auditor for ISO 9001 ISO 13485; SQF and/or HACCP
training/certification highly desirable.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel PowerPoint) ERP systems (SAP Oracle etc.)
and QMS tools.
Experience in Lean Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt preferred) and root cause
analysis methodologies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met
by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand
walk sit use hand to finger or feel reach with hands and arms and talk or hear
The employee must occasionallyliftto necessary
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment is usually in an office within a manufacturing facility with low to
moderate noise level. The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of
this job.
Ability to work well with others one on one remote via video and phone.
Ability to work independently
Westfall Technik is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual
or perceived race color national origin ancestry sex gender gender identity gender expression
pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions religious creed physical disability mental
disability age for individuals age 40 and over medical condition (as defined by state law (for
example cancer or genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS) marital status military and veteran status
sexual orientation genetic information citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by
federal state or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to
recruitment hiring placement promotion transfer training compensation benefits employee
activities and general treatment during empl
What Youll Love About Us:
- Salary: $140000 (Based on education and experience)
- 11 Paid Holidays Sick Pay Vacation Pay
- 401K Plus Employer Match
- Medical Dental Vision Company Sponsored Life and AD&D Short and Long Term Disability Paid Parental Leave and More
- We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color region gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status or any other basis protected by law.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
WestFall Technik is a global plastics manufacturer that provides end-to-end design, protoyping, packaging, automation, molding and assembly.