Quality Manager

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Operations Full Time Dallas, TX, US

About the Role:

The Quality Manager will lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of quality management systems within our manufacturing operations to ensure products meet or exceed customer and regulatory requirements. This role is pivotal in driving supplier quality assurance processes, including conducting supplier audits and managing supplier performance to maintain high standards. The Quality Manager will utilize ISO 9000 standards and Statistical Process Control methodologies to monitor and enhance production quality, reduce scrap, and optimize manufacturing efficiency.

Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, this position will spearhead initiatives such as Control Plan development and Value Stream Mapping to identify and eliminate process inefficiencies. Ultimately, the Quality Manager will ensure that quality objectives align with business goals, fostering a culture of quality excellence throughout the organization.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality management within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven knowledge and application of ISO 9000 standards.
• Experience with Statistical Process Control and quality data analysis.
• Strong background in supplier quality management and conducting supplier audits.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or equivalent quality certification.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Familiarity with Value Stream Mapping and other process improvement tools.
• Advanced skills in data analysis software and quality management systems.
• Previous experience managing quality in a high-volume manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality management systems in compliance with ISO 9000 standards.
• Conduct regular supplier audits and manage supplier quality performance to ensure adherence to quality requirements.
• Apply Statistical Process Control techniques to monitor manufacturing processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Lead scrap reduction initiatives by analyzing production data and implementing corrective actions.
• Create and maintain Control Plans to standardize quality control processes across manufacturing operations.
• Facilitate Value Stream Mapping sessions to identify waste and streamline production workflows.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and procurement teams to resolve quality issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Prepare and present quality performance reports to senior management and stakeholders.

The Quality Manager will apply their expertise in Quality Systems and ISO 9000 standards daily to ensure compliance and drive quality improvements. Supplier Quality skills are essential for conducting audits and managing supplier relationships to maintain product standards. Statistical Process Control techniques will be used routinely to analyze production data and identify trends or deviations requiring corrective action. Manufacturing Operations knowledge supports effective collaboration with production teams to implement Control Plans and reduce scrap.

Additionally, skills in Value Stream Mapping enable the Quality Manager to lead process optimization initiatives that enhance overall operational efficiency.