Quality Manager

Job Description

Job Description

HIRING IMMEDIATELY: QUALITY MANAGER IN CRYSTAL LAKE, IL

Accurate Personnel is hiring immediately for a Quality Manager to join our team in Crystal Lake, Illinois. This individual will be responsible for meeting internal standards and carries out a variety of quality functions to support production. The ideal candidate will possess proven experience in blueprint interpretation and statistical process control, interpersonal and communication skills, and more listed below. Apply online and kickstart your career today!

Pay, Schedule, and Location

• Starting at $108,000-$150,000/year
• Excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
• Flexible schedule, 1st and 2nd shift
• Located in Crystal Lake, Illinois

Duties and Responsibilities

• Quality Management System (QMS): Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the QMS in compliance with ISO standards.
• Ensure all quality processes are documented, followed, and updated as needed.
• Blueprint Interpretation: Analyze technical drawings and blueprints to ensure products meet all specifications and quality standards.
• Statistical Process Control (SPC): Implement and monitor SPC techniques to control and improve manufacturing processes. Use data to identify trends and drive corrective actions.
• Team Development: Manage and mentor the quality assurance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Conduct regular training sessions to enhance team skills and knowledge.
• PFMEA (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis): Lead PFMEA activities to identify potential risks in manufacturing processes and develop mitigation strategies.
• ISO Certification: Maintain and enhance the company's ISO certification. Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with all relevant standards.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing principles and quality tools to enhance product quality and reduce waste.
• Customer Complaint Management: Oversee the customer complaint system, analyze return data, and implement actionable improvements.
• Advanced Problem Solving: Lead problem-solving initiatives using methodologies like Six Sigma, 8D, and Design of Experiments to achieve measurable quality enhancements.
• Defect Analysis and Reporting: Provide comprehensive analysis and reporting on defects, corrective actions, and the effectiveness of quality improvements.
• Quality Control Planning: Develop and document robust production quality control plans to ensure all specifications are met and maintained.
• Process Control: Implement Gage R&R and process capability studies to optimize manufacturing processes
• Auditing and Compliance: Conduct internal and supplier quality system audits to ensure continuous compliance and improvement of quality standards. \
• Cost Management: Strategically reduce scrap costs and improve the total cost of quality across facilities.
• Relationship Building: Cultivate strong relationships with plant leadership and key stakeholders.
• Additional Duties: Perform other strategic duties as directed by the leadership team.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Proven experience in blueprint interpretation and statistical process control (SPC).
• Strong knowledge of PFMEA and its application in manufacturing processes.
• ISO certification (e.g., ISO 9001) and experience in maintaining and auditing to ISO standards.
• Technical and Analytical Skills: Strong mechanical aptitude, quantitative skills, and financial competency to drive strategic quality initiatives.
• Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Excellent ability to work across disciplines and communicate effectively with customers and all levels of the organization, including senior management.
• Proactive Leadership: High energy level, self-motivated, and capable of driving strategic quality improvements independently.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Minimum of 10+ years in quality management, including leadership experience, with a preference for those with automotive industry experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field preferred

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(Salary range based on experience)

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ABOUT ACCURATE PERSONNEL

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