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Our client is searching for a Quality Control Manager who has the potential to advance to the position of Quality Director. The Quality Control Manager will be responsible for leading quality initiatives and supervising a team of six individuals. This role is crucial to the success of the sales and operations departments as it ensures that quality is integrated into all business decisions. This position offers opportunities for career growth and stimulating challenges. The Quality Control Manager will report directly to the Quality Director.

Company – A producer of automotive components and accessories

• Established more than 70 years ago
• Several manufacturing facilities located in the Midwest
• Headquartered in Wisconsin with a workforce of over 500 employees
• Offers a business casual and collaborative work environment

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• On-site clinic free of charge
• Prescription coverage
• Disability Insurance
• Flex spending, health reimbursement, and wellness incentive programs
• Vacation, holidays, and PTO
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive quality strategy that aligns with the company’s objectives.
• Cooperate with senior leadership to integrate quality into the overall business strategy.
• Supervise the quality assurance processes based on IATF standards across all manufacturing sites to ensure consistency, reliability, and compliance.
• Establish and maintain quality assurance policies and procedures that meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to minimize defects, enhance efficiency, and improve overall product quality.
• Occasionally visit customer sites and manufacturing locations to gain firsthand insights on quality concerns and provide solutions (10% travel required).
• Facilitate quality discussions with customers, proactively addressing issues before they escalate.
• Collaborate with sales and operations teams to ensure that quality requirements are clearly defined and met in all customer engagements.
• Offer guidance and support to manufacturing teams to implement quality management best practices.
• Develop and monitor key quality metrics, providing regular reports to the president and senior leadership team.
• Analyze quality data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and opportunities for innovation.
• Ensure timely tracking, analysis, and resolution of all quality issues.
• Lead the company through necessary quality audits or certifications to ensure full compliance.

Requirements:·

• Bachelor’s degree in quality management, engineering, business, or a related field is preferred. However, candidates with an associate’s degree who commit to earning a bachelor’s degree will also be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a quality role within a manufacturing environment, adhering to high quality standards such as IATF, AS9100, or ISO 9100. At least 2 years of experience in a leadership position is required.
• Proven track record of leading quality improvements in a manufacturing setting.
• Thorough understanding of quality management systems, continuous improvement methodologies, and quality tools such as PFMEA, PPAP, and SPC.
• AIAG Supplier Certification must be obtained within the first year of employment.
• IATF16949 Lead Auditor Certification must be completed within the first year of employment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time to manufacturing sites and customer locations.