Quality/Safety Manager

Quality/Safety Manager

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Quality/Safety Manager to lead our quality assurance and safety management efforts, ensuring the delivery of products and services that meet customer expectations, regulatory standards, and promote a safe working environment. The Quality/Safety Manager will be responsible for overseeing the company’s quality control and safety processes, managing a team of professionals, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives across both areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) and Safety Management System (SMS) to ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations (e.g., ISO 9001, OSHA, Six Sigma, etc.).
• Lead the team in conducting regular audits of processes, products, and systems to identify areas of improvement, ensuring that quality and safety standards are met.
• Oversee the development and execution of quality control procedures, safety protocols, and testing protocols.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify quality and safety issues, implement solutions, and optimize processes.
• Analyze data and metrics related to quality, safety, and performance, and prepare reports to present findings and recommend corrective actions to senior management.
• Lead root cause analysis for non-conformities, product defects, safety incidents, and near-misses, and manage the implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, conduct safety inspections, and lead incident investigations to mitigate risks and improve safety protocols.
• Train and mentor staff on quality control techniques, safety standards, tools, and best practices.
• Ensure that all quality and safety documentation, reports, and records are properly maintained and readily available for audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews.
• Keep up-to-date with industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging quality and safety methodologies.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, Occupational Safety, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience (typically 5 years) in a quality management, safety, or quality assurance role.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, Lean, Six Sigma) and safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, ISO 45001).
• Experience leading audits, inspections, and quality control and safety processes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives in both quality and safety.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Proficiency in using quality management software, safety management systems, and data analysis tools.
• Certification in Six Sigma, Occupational Safety (e.g., OSHA), or other quality and safety management certifications is a plus.

Desired Skills:

• Experience in managing or implementing quality and safety improvement projects.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis tools (e.g., Minitab, Excel).
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and motivate teams.

Competitive Compensation: We offer a highly competitive salary package to attract and retain top talent in the industry. Our compensation structure is designed to reward exceptional performance and provide financial stability.

Comprehensive Health Coverage: We provide a comprehensive health insurance plan that covers medical, dental, and vision expenses. Our goal is to ensure that our employees have access to quality healthcare and can take care of their well-being.

Retirement Savings: We offer a robust retirement savings program, including a 401(k) plan, to help our employees plan for their future. We provide matching contributions to help accelerate their savings and build a solid financial foundation.

Work-Life Balance: We believe in the importance of work-life balance and understand that our employees have personal commitments and responsibilities. We offer generous paid time off to support our employees in maintaining a healthy work-life integration.

Professional Development: We are committed to the growth and development of our employees. We provide various opportunities for professional development, including training programs, and tuition reimbursement, to help them expand their skills and advance in their careers.

Recognition and Rewards: We value the contributions of our employees and believe in recognizing their achievements. We have a robust recognition program in place, including employee appreciation events, and employee recognition awards, to acknowledge and reward exceptional work.

Positive and Inclusive Work Environment: We foster a positive and inclusive work environment where diversity is valued, and employees feel respected and empowered. We promote collaboration, open communication, and teamwork to create a supportive atmosphere that enables everyone to thrive.

Saalex Solutions, a division of Saalex Corp., is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services. Founded in 1999 by Travis Mack, Saalex Solutions is a Service Disabled Veteran-Owned and Operated business with prime and subcontract expertise serving the Navy, Army, Air Force, NASA, corporate clients, and local governments. We employ a workforce of over 600 at military and NASA installations nationwide and have offices in Camarillo CA, Rockledge FL, Newport RI, Ridgecrest CA, Corona CA and Keyport WA.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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