Quality Manager

Overview

Reports To:

Quality Director

FLSA Status:
Exempt

SUMMARY:

To plan, direct, and coordinate the flow of information and deadlines. Serve as a liaison between the Quality and Engineering departments.

• Exemplifies understanding of IATF 16949 & ISO 14001 standards and practices as well as lead quality personnel in its implementation.
• Performs internal audits of applicable processes according to the internal audit schedule and IATF
  16949 standards.
• Leads and trains Layout and Floor inspectors on job duties and requirements.
• Trains Layout and Floor inspectors on Quality department lab equipment and proper data recording.
• Performs and maintains layout and receiving instructions.
• Performs and maintains calibration and inspection records and logs pertaining to production tools and gauges.
• Performs inspection on warranty and returned finished products.
• Creates project plans with key milestones.
• Assists Engineering department with tracking projects and inspections of prototypes and new products.
• Participates in the PPAP process. Creates and maintains PPAP paperwork (Flow Diagram, FMEA Control Plans, etc.)
• Leads others in the APQP process.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Monitoring and measuring processes.
• Ensure manufacturing processes and operational controls are maintained.
• Provides training within the quality team.
• Oversees calibration system, core tools compliance activities, PPAP submission to customers.
• Manages 1st, 2nd, and 3rd party audits, and related results.
• Oversees quality control and quality assurance activities.
• Oversees supplier development including supplier corrective actions and supplier audits.
• Conducts and participates in LPA(Layered Process Audits)

• Education and Experience High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence) College Degree. Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Five (5) to ten (10) years of Quality, Engineering and/or Project Management experience.
• Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to management, public groups, and/or board of directors. Ability to interact Falls Stamping and Welding Company clearly and effectively, in both written and oral communication, with supervisor, clients, staff, vendors, etc.
• Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as statistics, calculus, and trigonometry as well as basic concepts like fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should be proficient in personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc. This role requires an above average knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Other
  
  Qualifications:
  
  Using Quality and Engineering computer software such as Metalix, Draft Sight, Auto Cad and Solid Works a plus.

• Building Teams Blends people into teams when needed. Creates strong morale and spirit in his/her team. Shares wins and successes. Fosters open dialogue. Let’s people finish and be responsible for their work. Defines success in terms of the whole team. Creates a feeling of belonging in the team
• Design Refers to the ability to generate creative solutions. Translate concepts and information into images. Apply design principles. Use feedback to modify designs. Demonstrate attention to detail. Makes good use of available materials resources. Has ability to develop new and original ideas, creates effective designs. Use intuition and experience to complement data. Explore multiple options to overcome technical, workflow and design obstacles.
  
  Change approach or method to best fit situation. Consults with other coworkers and various resources.
• Directing Others Is good at establishing clear directions. Sets stretching objectives. Distributes the workload appropriately. Lays out work in a well planned and organized manner. Maintains twoway dialogue with others on…