Quality Assurance Manager - Exmark

** Quality Assurance Manager:
*** Maintain effective quality processes to prevent defects in materials, parts, and assemblies.
* Develop and implement quality standards, procedures, and specifications.
* Prepare daily, weekly, monthly, and annual quality reports.
* Review quality data and drive corrective and preventive actions, including failure analysis.
* Conduct pre-production reviews for new products and create Control Plans.
* Maintain accurate records that demonstrate process control.
* Promote quality awareness internally and externally.
* Ensure written standards and procedures meet product safety and regulatory requirements.
* Analyze statistical data and product specs to ensure compliance with quality standards.
* Request engineering changes to address conditions affecting quality.
* Maintain and improve measuring and test equipment systems and calibration.
* Implement Lean concepts to reduce waste and improve processes.
* Apply analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making tools to drive results.
* Work cross-functionally with engineering, production, customer service, and management.
* Coordinate quality-related training with internal training teams.
* Review and improve quality procedures in Welding, Finishing, and Assembly.
* Collaborate with suppliers to ensure consistent quality of parts and materials.
* Oversee inspection and approval of tooling, jigs, and fixtures.
* Manage product release processes.

To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements:

Preferred Qualifications:

* Proficiency in MS Office; SAP, Minitab, and welding/powder-paint experience are a plus.
* Green Belt certification (Black Belt preferred).
* Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.
* Level I: 3-5+ years of Quality Engineering experience in assembly industries, preferably as Quality Manager.
* Level II: 5–10 years of Quality Engineering experience in assembly industries, preferably as Quality Manager.
* Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and tools.
* Control Plans, SPC, Poka-Yoke, COPQ, and problem-solving tools.
* Data analysis and root cause analysis.
* Internal calibration and measurement system analysis.
* GD&T and ISO 9001/QMS procedure development.
* Coaching and supplier quality (incoming inspection, containment, audits).
* CTQ/CTP, process controls, process validation, layered and process audits.
* Document control, APQP, COC, and PPAP.
* Ability to manage multiple projects and build cross-functional relationships.
* Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
* High ethical standards and alignment with company values., we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits –  offers employees at our Beatrice, NE location a variety of
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