Job DescriptionGENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:The Quality Manager manages the Quality Process to ensure we are effectively meeting our key business metrics and satisfying all customer product requirements. Key responsibilities include Quality, Lean and Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement with responsibility for ISO quality systems and compliance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Oversee all quality-related functions in the plant.
- Act as primary plant liaison with Customers dealing with their processing issues.
- Participate in the development of specifications for processing, products, and materials.
- Work directly with Corporate and local Purchasing on vendor quality or supply issues; assist with vendor selection and qualification.
- Manage ISO Quality systems.
- Lead the lean/six sigma initiatives in the plant.
- Respond to and report on customer complaints - manage the root cause investigation, corrective action implementation and follow up, and the SAP quality process.
- Interact professionally and timely both verbally and in writing with customers and sales force.
- Develop quality standards for raw materials and finished products.
- Oversee all lab functions and personnel, assuring safety and integrity of those operations.
- Test on raw materials and finished product as required.
- Implement material cost-saving plans where and when appropriate.
- Participate in annual budget planning.
- Assist in all compliance activities, especially Hazcom and maintaining SDS system.
- Other projects/tasks as assigned.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:- Degree in Quality, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials, Polymer, or Business.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or quality preferred.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:- Four to seven years related experience and/or training.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Indicate if required or preferred.- ISO knowledge.
- Six Sigma / Lean Thinking.
- Training experience.
- Rubber chemistry background.
- Extrusions knowledge.
- Strong communication skills (written, verbal).
- Confidentiality.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: - Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (SAP)
- Solid computer skills (Word, Excel, Lotus Notes)
- Team Player
- DOE skills
- Incumbent must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance, kneel, talk, hear, and lift up to 50 lbs.
- The Company offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including but not limited to health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) Savings and Trust & Plan with company match, Company Pension Plan, Performance-Based Bonus/Commission, and continuing education.
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