Quality Manager - Industrial Manufacturer

Quality Manager

Our client is a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles for municipal and industrial uses. They are a mid-sized organization with over 300 employees on-site. They are ISO 9001 certified and truly value the importance of quality as they look to improve current and implement new quality practices and procedures. They have brought in several new executive leaders to help modernize the organization.

Job Description

Collaborates with internal and external operations leadership to report on overall quality performance. Works closely with cross-functional and operational teams to develop, communicate, and execute business and operational strategies. Implements strong Operational Quality practices and methodologies, including Product Qualification / Validation, Process Controls, Non-Conforming Material Trending, Quality Systems, Statistical Methods, Supplier Quality Assurance, Continuous Improvement, and Corrective / Preventive Action. Ensures effective systems, validations, and controls are in place to support the transition of new products and technologies from development into full operational use. Establishes rigorous systems to ensure corrective and preventive actions are consistently implemented, monitored, and controlled in alignment with ISO 9001 requirements. Develops, monitors, and reports on departmental metrics and objectives. Demonstrates strong and growing leadership capabilities; shows initiative with minimal supervision; possesses excellent interpersonal skills; collaborates effectively; and successfully manages a department within a technically complex, fast-paced operational environment. Supports and guides company-wide Lean initiatives to reduce waste and improve efficiency. Oversees the shipping department to ensure accurate, timely deliveries that create a positive customer experience. Performs additional duties, assignments, and special projects as needed.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Bachelor's Degree (Engineering-related preferred) 5+ years of managerial experience Understanding of ISO 9001 guidelines and QMS Problem-solving experience (5 Why's, Fishbone, or DMAIC) Experience implementing changes / efficiencies within a quality department Experience in a customer manufacturing environment is a plus Comfortable and experience being hands-on Sponsorship is not provided

What's on Offer

Base salary between $120,000-$140,000 13% bonus incentive Health, dental, vision 401(k) matching 3 Weeks PTO Additional 32 hours of personal time and 40 hours of sick time