The role:

We are seeking an experienced and forward‑thinkingManager of Materials Quality Engineering (MQE)to lead a prevention‑focused culture across our raw material ecosystem. This role is central to shaping the systems, standards, and executionmodelsthat ensure consistent, predictable material performance for our product portfolio. The MQE Manager will drive excellence across the four pillarsof MQE: Supplier Management, Raw Material Management, Management of Change, and New Product Development, strengthening quality maturity across the Materials Solutions Division.

The MQE Manager will provide people leadership, technical direction, and strategic oversight for a U.S.-based team while partnering closely with global MQE groups. This individual will enable strong execution of pillar-aligned programs, drive continuous improvement, strengthen customer and supplier relationships, and ensure alignment between customer needs, raw material quality strategies, and business growth prioritiesfrom supplier selection through change control and new material introduction.

What youll do:

People Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Materials Quality Engineers, setting clear expectations and enabling high-impact execution across the four MQE pillars.

• Manage and supportemployeesensuring inclusive communication, balanced workload distribution, and effective collaboration with global partners.

• Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and career development planning.

• Build technical capability through structured training and mentorshipboth within team and across the global MQE organization.

• Promote collaboration, clear communication,andtrust.

MQE Pillar Leadership

• Engage and influence crossfunctional teams, global MQE partners, and suppliers to build alignment, clarify decision rights, and drive timely execution across all pillars.

• Communicate clearly and respectfully, translating complex technical and program information into concise, actionable insights tailored to engineers, leadership, suppliers, and customers.

• Provide technical guidance on investigations and prevention (e.g., failure analysis, root cause, SPC, and risk mitigation) and ensure outputs (OCAPs, 8Ds, dashboards, and reports) are accurate, clear, and effective.

• Represent MQE as a steady, credible, andsolutionsoriented leader during audits, escalations, supplier reviews, and crossfunctional forums, ensuring a consistent voice and disciplined follow-through.

Execution & Governance

• Establish the operating rhythm to manage performance, risk, and improvement across the four MQE pillars.

• Ensure timely reporting of status, risks, and deliverables, escalating issues early and enabling fact-based decisions.

• Deploy bestpractice program management frameworks to drive cross-functional alignment, accountability, and on-time execution.

• Serve as an escalation point forsupplierinvestigations, excursions, and audits, ensuring disciplined containment, communication, and closure.

• Ensure high-quality external communication packages (technical reports, OCAPs, 8Ds, and presentations) that align to customer expectations and internal standards.

• Lead supplier quality engagements, including corrective and preventive actions, audit readiness, and sustained closure of systemic issues.

Quality Systems & Operational Excellence

• Ensure compliance with global quality policies, raw material control plans, and managementof changeexpectations (internal and supplier-driven).

• Maintain zerooverdueCAR, OFIs, OCAPs, or CRs.

• Monitor and improve key performance indicators (e.g., OOC%, QN/NCMR cycle time, SPC maturity, EQOS, change cycle time, and investigation timeliness) and drive corrective action when performance drifts.

What we seek:

• Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field

• 10+ years industry experience; 3+years peopleleadershiprequired.

• Experience managing employeesbothin-person andremotely preferred.

• Strong understanding of SPC, FMEA, materials characterization.Six SigmaGreenBelt desired.

• Proficiency with Minitab, JMP, SAS,SAP,Power BI, Microsoft Office.

Travel: 15%

What we offer:

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether youre looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.

• Compensation: 114,000.00 - 150,500.00 per year range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role

• Annual bonus eligibility

• Progressive paid time off policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge

• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vesting

• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs

• Education assistance to support your learning journey

• A values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence