Hydro Aluminum North America

Quality Manager

Hydro Aluminum North America • $80K — $110K *
St. Augustine, FL 32084In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
  • 5+ years of Quality Management experience in manufacturing.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office tools.
  • Fluency in English, written and verbal.
  • Preferred: Bachelor's degree in relevant field (Materials Science, Engineering, etc.).

Responsibilities

  • Ensure team environment supports safety and growth.
  • Lead and enhance Quality Control and Assurance teams.
  • Direct technical strategy for market and product growth.
  • Contribute to overall business strategies and policies.
  • Facilitate decision-making on operational matters.
  • Develop strategic plans aligned with business goals.
  • Identify market needs and strategize for solutions.
  • Apply Six Sigma methodologies to improve processes.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Support for continued education and certifications.
  • Safe working environment.
  • Flexible work arrangements may be available.
  • Opportunity to lead a team and influence organizational quality practices.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

The Quality Manager supports the organization's efforts to maintain and improve product and process quality. This role oversees the Quality Control and Assurance teams, helps align operations with industry standards, and contributes to ongoing improvement initiatives. The position also assists in shaping technical direction and responding to market needs.

What you will be doing

  • Ensure a safe and supportive working environment that fosters personal and professional growth within the department.
  • Lead and develop a team of Quality Control and Quality Assurance professionals to meet organizational quality objectives and drive continuous improvement.
  • Shape and direct the technical strategy to support market expansion and product development initiatives.
  • Contribute to business strategy and policy development across the organization.
  • Facilitate decision-making processes related to business planning and critical operational matters.
  • Develop strategic plans for product, service, technical, or production capabilities aligned with long-term business goals.
  • Identify emerging market needs and define effective strategies to address them.
  • Apply Six Sigma methodologies to enhance process efficiency and product quality.
  • Leverage experience in the metals industry or heavy manufacturing to inform quality practices.
  • Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve complex quality issues.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain QMS, including AS9100/ISO 9001 standards for aluminum production.
  • Act as the voice of the customer, resolving quality issues and conducting audits.
  • Manage vendor quality, including auditing and Corrective Action Requests (CARs).


What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Minimum of five years of experience in Quality Management within a manufacturing environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Fluent in English, both written and verbal.


Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
  • Experience in the aluminum extrusion industry is a strong plus.
  • Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Engineering, Quality, or another similar field preferred.
  • Solid background in Quality Management, with hands-on experience in quality systems and processes.
  • Preferred experience with Automotive TS 16949 standards.
  • Preferred experience with Compliant Pro (CPro).
  • Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) and/or Six Sigman Greenbelt/Blackbelt preferred.
  • Travel up to 15%.


Possible work locations

About Hydro Aluminum North America

Hydro Aluminum North America is a leading producer and fabricator of aluminum products in North America. The company is a subsidiary of Norsk Hydro, a Norwegian multinational company that specializes in aluminum production. Hydro Aluminum North America operates several manufacturing facilities across the United States and Canada, and offers a wide range of products and services, including extruded aluminum products, rolled products, and precision tubing. The company serves a variety of industries, including automotive, construction, and packaging. Hydro Aluminum North America is committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
Learn more about Hydro Aluminum North America
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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