Quality Manager

AFC Industries is a dynamic organization dedicated to providing supply chain management solutions for fasteners and assembly components to original equipment manufacturers, assembly plants, and other users of these products. We support a diverse industry base of manufacturers across a broad range of industries. Our experienced team has a proven track record of helping manufacturers and assemblers reduce cost, improve quality, and increase efficiency. We are A Company Culture Devoted to Innovation & Improvement AFC provides localized expertise to customers in particular industries and geographies. We don't have a traditional hierarchical management structure where everyone simply "reports up." Instead, our company is made up of on-the-ground experts operating in an entrepreneurial fashion with the backing and support of an enterprise-grade organization. Sharing cultural values breeds consistency and quality throughout our organization. Collectively, we are committed to a simple management approach, which influences our company culture and our management style. Activities and Responsibilities include: Supervise Quality department personnel Manage site quality personnel and assist with training, inspection, quality issues, and QMS compliance Responsible for managing and maintaining the ISO 9001 quality management system (QMS), and retention of the registration/certification. Responsible for ensuring the processes are delivering their intended outputs along with the process manager. Responsible for ensuring integrity of the QMS is maintained when planned and implemented changes occur. Responsible for leading Management Review meetings and acting as the Management Representative for that Group. Assist upper management in developing, interpreting, and implementing site policies and procedures Responsible for training all employees on quality requirements Responsible for assuring that all parts adhere to customer requirements, and working with management team to disposition nonconforming product as needed Responsible for resolution of quality issues with both suppliers and customers Assisting Supply Chain department in qualification of new vendors Responsible for quality equipment management including calibration Responsible for managing Material Review Board with Supply Chain department assistance Other duties as assigned. Professional Experience Requirements Education Bachelor’s degree or technical associate's degree with equivalent work experience Prefer experience within the fastener industry, or within a manufacturing environment Work Experience A minimum of 5 years working in quality management Experience reviewing and resolving technical issues from a sales and quality perspective Experience managing an ISO-9001:2015 Quality Management System Preference for familiarity in (and a working knowledge of) fastener-related specifications such as but not limited to: ASTM, ASME, IFI, MIL, and DIN Experience in addressing non-conforming product issues, root cause analysis, and managing 8D corrective actions Experience with AIAG PPAP requirements EAR/ITAR experience helpful Professional Skills Efficient in time management, with the ability to efficiently see numerous tasks through to completion Excellent communication skills across all levels of the organization Ability to make written and oral presentations to customers Strong understanding of Lean, PDCA, and Continuous Improvement Advanced knowledge in blueprint reading, GD &T, inspection techniques, and manufacturing processes Location: In-person, Hartford, CT 401(k) 401(k) matching Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance We are an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr AFC Industries