Quality Manufacturing Assurance Assistant Manager

Quality Manufacturing Assurance Assistant Manager About this position KEB America, Inc. is currently seeking a Quality Manufacturing Assurance Assistant Manager. In this role, the QA Assistant Manager will manage employees and implement, coordinate, and monitor quality programs and policies in a manufacturing production environment. Responsibilities include: Work directly with critical customers in medical and automotive fields on new product introductions, change requests, and corrective actions. Manage, train, develop, and coach new and existing quality assurance employees. Determine training requirements. Manage and determine department needs and resources. Implement and maintain quality management systems (QMS) in accordance with industry standards such as ISO 9001. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, reduce defects, and increase efficiency. Develop, implement, coordinate, and monitor quality programs, control plans, procedures, and policies for products, services, and operational tasks as required. Create company-wide work instructions, procedures, and policies as required. Conduct quality audits and inspections to ensure products and processes meet or exceed customer and operational expectations and requirements. Analyze data to identify trends, root causes of defects, and help drive implementation of corrective actions. Manage, create, implement, and follow up on corrective actions. Collaborate closely with other departments, such as production, engineering, sales teams, to ensure quality throughout the entire product life cycle. Manage supplier quality programs, including supplier qualification, performance monitoring, and corrective actions. Generate reports for management and customers as required. Follow safety rules and keep a clean and orderly work area. Perform other duties as required or assigned. We offer an excellent work-life balance and competitive salaries and benefits, including: Medical/Dental/Vision insurance plans Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays 401(k) match Tuition reimbursement Opportunities for advancement Requirements Education / Experience Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, or Quality Management) plus 5-10 years related experience, or 10+ years of experience in a quality assurance field with relevant positions. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of SAP desired. Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Attention to detail. Fluency in reading and writing in English. Strong knowledge of quality assurance and control principles, methodologies, and tools such as SPC, Geometric Dimensioning, Root Cause Analysis, FMEA, etc. Proficiency in quality management systems (QMS) such as ISO 9001. Advanced understanding of inspection and testing techniques, philosophies, and equipment. Proven ability to lead and develop a team. Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. Conflict resolution and composure in stressful situations. Effective communication with customers on behalf of KEB. Ability to measure employee performance and productivity and provide follow-up and feedback. Physical Demands Time is split between office and manufacturing floor environments, likely 60/40% split depending on tasks. The position is fully in-person and requires U.S. work authorization without sponsorship. No relocation assistance is offered. #J-18808-Ljbffr