Waterbury, Connecticut, USA
59 days ago
Quality Manager

Job Description:

Position Objective:

To establish and implement systems designed to preserve the integrity and quality of ITW Drawform Waterbury products, being process focused on results, while developing the people through the ITW Enterprise Strategy.

Essential Functions:

Establish departmental structure, goals and objectives consistent with the corporate plansDevelop quality personnel through cross training, goal setting, education, and employee involvementAs the Management Representative for the Quality Management System, will implement, establish, preserve, and improve documented systems throughout all aspects of the organization to meet or exceed customer expectations and the requirements of the Quality Management SystemLead quality and productivity improvements through strategic planning and preventive actionMonitor and report current trends of product, process, and system quality, including actions taken and results, to executives, other management, and key personnelAssist in resolution of customer concernsAct as a customer representative, when necessary, regarding all aspects of customer satisfactionOversee all quality activities including SPC, gage calibration, internal audits, capability studies, gage R&Rs, layouts, document control, and product inspections & testsDirect Advanced Quality Planning activities, including control plan development, gage design, selection of special characteristics, and PPAP submissionsSupervise and delegate the disposition activities concerning nonconforming and/or suspect productManage and oversee the activities of all quality department personnel, operations, techniques, and activitiesAdhere to corporate policies, procedures, and safety standards.Perform other duties as assigned or directedLean experience & results. 5S, Waste elimination, standard work.Communication culture focused on continuous improvement, Problem Solving, expectation, & results

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related field preferred. Equivalent work experience may be substituted for degree.Prefer 5 - 10 years managerial experience in automotive quality, preferably deep drawn metal stamping.Thorough working knowledge of Quality Management Systems, SPC, PPAP, FMEA, DOE, and 8-D problem solving.Strong interpersonal, analytical, organizational, and management skills.Have a proven track record in quality improvements, cost reduction, and employee development.Knowledge in inspection, GD&T, and calibration techniques.

Compensation Information:

$120,000 - $165,000

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