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Quality Manager

Next Level Talent, LLC
Rockford, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/22/2025

Job Title : Quality Manager

Location : Rockford, IL (On-site)

Job Overview :

We are seeking a skilled Quality Manager to lead and oversee quality control systems in a manufacturing environment. This role involves developing, implementing, and managing quality systems to ensure the continuous production of products that meet customer specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. The Quality Manager will supervise a team of quality engineers, inspectors, and sorting staff, ensuring processes align with IATF 16949 and other standards.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Develop and implement quality control systems to maintain product standards and ensure compliance with customer requirements and industry regulations.
  • Supervise and manage the Sorting Department, including staffing plans, daily production tracking, and quality issue resolution.
  • Analyze statistical data and product specifications to determine quality standards and reliability expectations.
  • Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to address nonconformities and enhance processes.
  • Collaborate with vendors to ensure the quality of purchased parts and materials.
  • Coordinate quality objectives with production teams to improve product reliability and reduce costs.
  • Engage in continuous improvement initiatives and provide quality control training programs.
  • Manage inventory for quality control equipment, such as lasers, cameras, and fixtures.
  • Maintain and oversee documentation, including MPR (Minimum Process Requirements), check sheets, and production schedules.
  • Track daily quality issues and production targets and conduct annual reviews for sorting associates.
  • Conduct process certifications and assist in audits, including traveling up to 10% of the time.

Qualifications :

  • Education / Experience :
  • Associate degree or 10 years of progressive experience in the fastener industry .

  • Knowledge of the automotive industry and production control processes.
  • Skills and Competencies :
  • Strong understanding of IATF 16949 , MPR, CAPA, and RCA.

  • Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite .
  • Experience with PLEX UX , ERP software , and quality control software.
  • Effective leadership and communication skills, with 4 years of leadership experience or equivalent training.
  • Ability to prioritize, organize, and execute tasks efficiently under pressure.
  • Knowledge of OSHA guidelines and safety regulations.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • IATF 16949 auditor certification.
  • Problem-solving and decision-making training.
  • OSHA training certification.
  • Physical Demands and Work Environment :

  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
  • Continuous standing and movement during 810-hour shifts.
  • Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in designated areas.
  • Travel up to 10% of the time, including overnight stays for audits and other assignments.
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