Sr. Quality Manager

Drive customer focused manufacturing Quality improvement projects, from initiation to realization of improved performance
Implement and assure compliance with the requirements of the US Commercial QMS
Support teams and apply wide range of process improvement tools to assist in identifying and eliminating waste and support growth including Process Mapping, FEMA, Gauge R&R, Control plan, Pareto, Fishbone, 5 Whys 8D, SPC, DOE.
Using the key metrics data, develop improvement plan, present it to PLT and facilitate implementation
Provide quality engineering expertise and utilize specialized skills
Drive corrective and preventive action program, from initiation to resolution of items
Develop positive relationships and work closely with line supervisor to manage and implement engineering changes and process improvements.
Deliver results as measured by key metrics such as defect rates PPM, cost of quality and corrective action closure
Incorporate Lean Methodology into process improvement to improve product quality
Act as an internal consultant to improve quality and manufacturing processes for assigned plant
Ensure material/component specifications exist and are accurate for all parts
Hire, train and monitor Quality Engineers, QC Techs to assist in process & quality improvement
Work closely with customers and suppliers to resolve quality opportunities and drive process improvements.
Develop plant/product specific employee training to build quality awareness
Participates in interplant, cross-functional teams to resolve complex technical problems and customer issues.
Participate in Corporate Quality Audits and Third-party audits by IAS, UL, FM, A660 and AISC.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Oversee welder performance qualification testing and training
Oversee audits and corrective actions with accreditors. (IAS AC472), CWB A660)
Education/Credentials
BS/BA degree in Quality, Business, Engineering or a related degree or equivalent work experience required.
AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or commitment to earn the credential in the first year of employment.
Eight to ten years related experience in a quality management role. Six-Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification a plus. Prior experience leading a team or group of people is a plus.
Demonstrated subject matter expertise in structural steel and structural sheet metal welding and fabrication in accordance with AWS D1.1 Structural Code Steel, AWS D1.3 Structural Code Sheet Steel, CSA W47 and CSA W59 Canadian welding specifications.
ASNT TC1A Level II in ultrasonic testing is highly preferable.
Skills/Abilities
Strong data analysis, problem solving and project management skills. Thorough understanding of metrology, statistics and statistical methods including SPC. Good working knowledge of FMEAs PPAP, APQP and Calibration. Effective oral and written communication skills in a strong team-based environment. Able to manage multiple complex situations daily and deal with rapidly changing priorities. Demonstrated ability and proficiency with use of information technology (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, Visio, SharePoint and statistical analysis software). Ability to work primarily on the production floor.
Other
Some travel is required (up to 10%).

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No