Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) Manager

We are looking for an Advanced Product Quality Planning Manager with proven experience in APQP to manage and lead RectorSeal’s Product Approval Process during new products introduction. This position will be also supporting QMS standardization through Rectorseal locations and participating as member of the Internal Quality Audit team. This role requires strong analytical skills, knowledge of APQP processes and ISO9001 and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for Maintaining RectorSeal’s Quality Product Approval Process (RPAP). Managing and executing all advanced quality engineering work to be ready before product launches; leading APQP meetings, managing supplier engagement, and performing suppliers QMS assessments.
• Ensure, collect, and keep records that product specifications, product validation, product testing, control plans, product listing certifications and other product associated documentation are implemented and approved by appropriated groups before new product introduction/release.
• Participate in new product’s gate review process, working directly with new product committee to define required documentation for new product introduction.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to resolve quality issues that arise during product development as quickly and efficiently as possible to prevent compromising quality.
• Maintains appropriated RPAP documentation for each project and RPAP status tracker.
• Proactively managing and escalating significant RPAP/launch risks to ensure timely problem resolutions.
• Provides onsite QA support during NPI build events to ensure quality documentation and requirements are met.
• Works directly with QA plant team members at multiple Rectorseal facilities to ensure QMS standardization and compliance with regulations and ISO 9001 standard.
• Acts as Rectorseal Quality representative during external customer audits to any Rectorseal location for QMS assessments and/or new product approval.
• Drives for continuous improvement in all areas and participates on Continuous Improvement teams and recommends improvements, implements changes and verifies effectiveness of changes.
• Lead the effort to pass OEM audits of our Dust Free (Royse City) location.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent discipline.
• Min 3 years of experience as APQP/ PPAP quality engineer, quality assurance manager, or similar role.
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification/experience required.

Hard Skills

• Experience with APQP documentation
• Knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)
• Knowledge of Production Part Approval Processes (PPAP)
• Knowledge of Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (DFMEA, PFMEA)
• ISO9001 experience and knowledge.
• Quality Internal Auditor experience.
• Measurement System Analysis (MSA), gage R&R.
• Control plan experience

Soft Skills

• Strong organizational skills
• Project management
• Intuitive understanding of manufacturing processes
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Excellent math skills.

Travel

• Up to 30% domestic traveling.

Benefits: At RectorSeal, our employees enjoy the following benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, paid time off program with paid holidays, and various wellness programs.

About RectorSeal

RectorSeal, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of CSW Industrials, Inc. [NASDAQ: CSWI], is a leading provider of quality solutions for the professional trades serving heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC/R), plumbing, electrical, and construction markets. For more information about RectorSeal’s innovative products and brands that increase efficiency and improve reliability, please visit www.RectorSeal.com

RectorSeal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.