Quality Assurance Manager

The Quality Manager works under the direction of the Mill Manager to accomplish the Quality goals. The Quality Manager will plan, implement and supervise quality initiatives and act as an important member of the organization’s QA team as well as the paper mill management team.

• Collect and analyze production samples to evaluate the quality
• Analyze quality control test results and provide feedback and interpretation to production management or staff
• Stop production if serious product defects are present
• Monitor the performance of quality control systems to ensure effectiveness and efficiency
• Communicate quality control information to all relevant organizational departments, outside vendors, or contractors
• Train others in quality control and analytical procedures
• Identify opportunities or implement changes to improve manufacturing processes or products or to reduce costs, using knowledge of fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment, assembly methods, quality control standards, or product design, materials, and parts
• Produce reports regarding nonconformance of products or processes, daily production quality, quality trends
• Oversee investigations of quality incidents to solve for root causes.
• Provide technical expertise or support related to manufacturing.
• Participate in the development of product specifications.
• Review statistical studies, technological advances, or regulatory standards and trends to stay abreast of issues in the field of quality control
• Identify critical points in the manufacturing process and specify sampling procedures to be used at these points
• Create and implement inspection and testing criteria or procedures
• Document testing procedures, methodologies, or criteria
• Review and update standard operating procedures or quality assurance manuals
• Identify quality problems or areas for improvement and recommend solutions
• Verify that raw materials purchased parts or components, in-process samples, and finished products meet established testing and inspection standards
• Evaluate new testing and sampling methodologies or technologies to determine their usefulness
• Direct product testing activities throughout production cycles
• Instruct vendors or contractors on quality guidelines, testing procedures, or ways to eliminate
• Coordinate the selection and implementation of quality control equipment, such as inspection gauges
• Monitor the development of new products to help identify possible problems for mass production

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field preferred and/or 5+ years of manufacturing experience
• Must be able to manage multiple priorities and make sound business decisions
• Solid mathematical skills
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes
• applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services
• Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical
• processes and transformations that they undergo
• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction
• for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects
• Solid verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills such as Microsoft Outlook and Office
• Ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer) and from a distance
• Ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness

• The role is primarily based in a warehouse environment, subject to varying temperatures and noise levels.
• Physical ability to perform tasks such as standing for long periods, walking, and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Requires availability to work flexible hours, including weekends, or being on-call to address operational emergencies

Compliance w/All EEO Laws Regulations & Prescribed Federal Guidelines Marcal is an equal opportunity employer with respect to recruiting, advertising, promotions, transfers, discipline, discharge and all terms and conditions of employment. This means our Company considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, immutable birth characteristics, political affiliation, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status except as may be required by applicable law.

All applicants will be considered solely on the basis of their qualifications.