Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead all corporate quality functions, ensuring compliance with dual quality systems (IATF-16949 and ISO-9001). This role focuses on promoting customer satisfaction and impacting the company's financial performance through quality initiatives. The Quality Manager will support new product development, oversee continuous improvement projects, and manage a team of technical experts and quality inspectors.

• Manage daily operations of the quality control team, ensuring resources and priorities align with operational demands.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement and address nonconformities.
• Lead internal and third-party audits for IATF/ISO certifications, ensuring compliance and effective audit processes.
• Conduct management reviews of the quality system and oversee documentation control and change management.
• Administer PPAP and qualification retention for both new and existing products, with a focus on automotive and military standards.
• Provide technical support and training to teams on quality tools and processes (DFMEA, SPC, etc.).
• Support procurement activities by qualifying new suppliers and monitoring existing suppliers through audits and verification of raw materials.
• Participate in environmental management by engaging in continual improvement efforts to reduce environmental impacts.

• Technical Skills:
  • 8D, FMEA, MSA, and SPC (internal expert level)
  • Certified to perform product and process audits
  • Familiarity with customer quality portals
• Leadership & Collaboration:
  • Ability to lead teams and work effectively across departments
• Problem Solving & Analysis:
  • Strong analytical skills, particularly in quality and process improvement
• Customer Focus:
  • Direct problem-solving experience with customers
• Environmental Responsibility:
  • Ensure compliance with environmental policies, participate in improvement efforts, and report environmental concerns

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field
• Knowledge of lean/six sigma methodology and quality tools
• Experience in the plastics or wire and cable industry, with an automotive background
• Prior direct experience in solving customer problems

• This position requires lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Full-time role, Monday to Friday, with potential for evening and weekend work as needed.
• Some travel required.