Russell Tobin is partnering with a leading specialty manufacturer in the South Bend area to hire an experienced Quality Manager for a permanent/direct hire position, offering a competitive salary of $110k-$130k. Apply today for consideration !

Quality Manager

South Bend, IN 46617, United States

Duration: Permanent

Salary range: $ 110K -130K/yr.

Job Description

As a Quality Manager, you will oversee the Quality Control team and manage the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure the delivery of high-quality products in a timely manner. This role is pivotal in maintaining site quality standards, handling customer complaints, and collaborating with the production team on quality-related issues.

Key Responsibilities:

Safety and Standards:

Implement and oversee safety protocols within the Quality Department.

Set and enforce quality standards to ensure products meet specifications and are statistically controlled.

Quality Assurance:

Ensure timely and efficient provision of all data and testing required for products.

Collaborate with Production to resolve quality issues and enhance productivity.

Research & Development Liaison:

Coordinate with R&D to ensure new formulations are compatible with production capabilities.

Address formulation problems that cannot be resolved through production improvements.

Data Management:

Supervise the accuracy and timely entry of manufacturing data into the computer system.

Review and ensure the accuracy of SMC quality and yield analysis.

Continuous Improvement:

Manage the site's first-generation scrap program (Yellow Tag) and implement corrective actions or process improvements.

Maintain the integrity of Certificate of Analysis documentation for customers.

Oversee the Customer Complaint and CAPA (Corrective Action / Preventative Action) program.

Manage the ISO 9001:2015 certification program and oversee internal and external audits.

Operational Efficiency:

Develop programs to prevent manufacturing errors leading to off-grade SMC or prototype products.

Ensure proper maintenance of lab equipment in coordination with R&D and Maintenance staff.

Keep the Plant Manager informed of any issues hindering goal achievement.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Engineering.

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of quality experience in chemicals, adhesives, or related technologies.

At least 5 years of experience managing a quality control laboratory.

Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 standards.

Skills:

Proficiency in ERP systems.

Strong knowledge and application of statistical methods (SPC, MiniTab, etc.).

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project).

Travel: Occasional travel required.

This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual with strong leadership capabilities and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in a dynamic manufacturing environment.