Quality Manager

Job Description
Summary/Objective:
The Quality Manager will lead the quality assurance team and ensure that all products meet the highest quality standards. This role involves developing, implementing, and maintaining quality assurance processes and procedures, collaborating with various departments to support operational activities, and adhering to Quality Management System guidelines.
Essential Functions:
The Quality Manager will lead our Quality Department and work cross-functionally with the rest of the company.
This role will manage and maintain the ISO-9001 and IATF 16949 QMS, lead annual audits, and manage the Quality team.
Will support the development, maintenance, and execution of our quality control standards, policies, and procedures in line with industry best practices and regulatory requirements by IATF 16949
Will lead, mentor, and manage a team of quality control engineers, technicians, and inspectors
Collaborate with Operations, Advanced Manufacturing, Sourcing, Sales, and engineering to identify and address quality-related issues and develop effective solutions.
Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve product/service quality and operational efficiency.
Conduct thorough inspections and audits of products/services at various stages to identify defects, deviations, or non-conformities.
Analyze data and trends to identify areas for improvement and recommend corrective actions.
Participate in the development and execution of training programs to ensure that all team members are well-versed in quality control protocols and standards.
Communicate and collaborate with suppliers and vendors to ensure the quality of incoming materials and components.
Prepare and present quality control reports and metrics to senior management.