Quality Manager

SUMMARY:

The Quality Manager oversees the quality control processes to ensure products meet corporate and regulatory standards. They develop and implement quality control systems, monitor production processes, and conduct regular audits to identify and correct deficiencies.  Additionally, they collaborate with other departments to establish quality assurance objectives and train employees on quality control measures. Their role is crucial in maintaining high product standards and ensuring customer satisfaction.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop┬áquality┬ávision and strategy for Dubuque, IA facility and manage a team of┬áquality┬áprofessionals to implement that vision.
• Develop, execute, and maintain the division's┬áquality┬ástrategies and objectives in alignment with the enterprise vision over both the short and the long term.
• Manage actions directed toward total cost of┬áquality, initial┬áquality, warranty,┬áair/water/structural, and the perfect order specific to the division.
• Ensure compliance to our quality systems and drive continuous improvement mindset throughout the team.
• Implement and manage┬ánon-conformance and error-proofing techniques, providing best practice knowledge to the manufacturing team.
• Continuously monitor product and process trends for changes in┬áquality┬áor related issues over the course of time.
• Build and actively develop talent for the next generation of quality leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• BS degree in Engineering or Quality/Technology related field
• 7+ yearsΓÇÖ experience in┬áEngineering/Technical┬áQuality┬áManagement
• Deep understanding of┬áquality┬ámanagement systems and standards, including supplier┬áquality.
• Must be able to develop and improve concepts, standards and new applications based on┬áquality┬áprinciples and theories.
• Well versed in QA process and methodologies with an ability to adapt according to the needs of the business.
• Experience with the design, and maintenance of current and future business intelligence applications (i.e., Microsoft Power Apps, Power BI dashboards).
• Strong aptitude for continuous improvement and lean┬ámanufacturing.
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to gain alignment across a┬ácross-functional team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in technical field
• 7+ years experience in a regulated industry (ISO, IATF, etc.) as a quality leader
• Demonstrated experience leading teams driving compliance to Quality Management systems
• Thorough understanding of FMEA (Failure Mode & Effects Analysis, DFM (Design For Manufacturing), and RCCA (Root Cause Corrective Action)
• Supplier source selection and CAPA supplier support.

NICE-TO-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:

• ASQ quality certification
• Black Belt certification
• QMS implementation experience

COMPENSATION: 

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to work experience, education, geographic location, certifications, etc. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation package for your preferred role during the hiring process. Successful candidates in this role are expected to earn between $98,047 - $151,973 annually.