Job Description
Quality Improvement Manager Grand Rapids, MI Our client is a leader in the coatings and adhesives industry. They need a Quality Improvement Manager who will provide hands-on leadership of sustainable improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and teamwork. The Quality Improvement Manager should be versatile, flexible, enthusiastic and successful in a fast-paced team environment. Responsibilities: - Manage all aspects of a Quality Control Lab with three Technicians on a 24 x 5 schedule. - Train QC Lab Technicians to safely perform required quality testing procedures. - Ensure calibration of all required lab and production instruments used to measure quality. - Lead cross-functional teams to perform root cause analysis & corrective actions. - Implement new procedures to reduce occurrence and severity of nonconforming products. - Train\ production operators to ensure quality procedures are understood and followed - Perform internal audits of all departments to ensure written procedures are followed. - Collaborate with Business Unit Managers to manage the customer complaint process. - Collaborate with the Materials Manager and Planner to manage on-hold material. - Use available data to identify, quantify and prioritize quality improvement opportunities. - Apply continuous improvement tools (i.e., LEAN, Six Sigma, others) to lead quality and productivity improvement projects.
Qualifications
Requirements: - BS degree engineering, 10 years as a Quality or Manufacturing Manager or Engineer. - Coating, drying, mixing, and web converting process/equipment background is ideal - Quality Management Systems expertise (ISO9000, IATF16949, AS9100). - Proven team player who works with others to develop creative, innovative solutions. - Excellent written and oral communication skills to effectively train and influence others. - Commitment to excellence, high standards and acute attention to detail. - Proven project management skills to define workflow, set priorities, and meet deadlines. - Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions. - Proven track record using LEAN/Kaizen principles, problem solving techniques and leading corrective actions.
Why is This a Great Opportunity
Looking for a Pro-Active Engineer with auto industry experience who can make a difference driving Quality Improvement programs.
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