Quality Manager

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for all aspects of corporate and multi-site quality programs to ensure successful attainment of AOP goals and objectives.

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strategic Leadership in Quality and Improvement: Develop and execute comprehensive quality and continuous improvement strategies that align with multi-site operational goals, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.
• Quality Management System Optimization: Lead the refinement, implementation, and oversight of the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure seamless integration across all organizational levels and facilities.
• Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement: Champion lean methodologies, such as Six Sigma and Kaizen, to drive efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance overall operational performance.
• Integration with Business Systems: Establish robust connections between quality initiatives and the CabinetWorks Management Operating System (COS), ensuring alignment with broader business processes and objectives.
• Product Lifecycle Quality Oversight: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop advanced quality control plans for new product introductions and manage quality assurance processes for existing products, ensuring alignment with company standards.
• Data-Driven Quality Insights: Utilize advanced analytics and SPC to interpret quality data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights that support continuous improvement and strategic planning.
• Cost Optimization and Savings Initiatives: Develop and monitor programs to control quality costs while identifying and documenting opportunities for cost savings and operational enhancements.
• Cultural Transformation in Quality: Promote a quality-centric mindset through transparent communication, employee engagement initiatives, and structured training programs that empower teams at all levels.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as a key liaison with internal and external stakeholders to ensure quality standards meet customer expectations and regulatory requirements, fostering trust and long-term relationships.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
• Certifications: Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, ISO Lead Auditor, and ASQ certifications (e.g., CMQ/OE or CQA) preferred.
• Experience: 8–10 years in quality management
• Quality Systems Expertise: Strong knowledge of ISO standards (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949) and ability to develop and maintain QMS across multiple locations.
• Manufacturing Knowledge: Proven experience in regulated industries (e.g., automotive, aerospace, medical devices) and tools like SPC, APQP, and FMEA.
• Continuous Improvement: Demonstrated success in driving Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and Six Sigma initiatives across diverse teams.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, ERP systems (e.g., Oracle/Unidata), and quality tools (e.g., Minitab).
• Analytical Skills: Strong data analysis and reporting abilities for key metrics like scrap rates, defect rates, and customer complaints.
• Leadership and Collaboration: Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, foster partnerships, and drive a quality-focused culture.
• Travel: Willingness to travel up to 50% to oversee multiple sites, with experience in remote team management tools.