Quality Manager

Quality Assurance Manager – Conroe Huntsman is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager – Conroe supporting the Advanced Materials Division located in Conroe. This position will report to the Technical Manager. Job Scope This position is accountable for general oversight of Conroe plant’s Quality function, including quality control, quality assurance, and quality management system processes. This position is responsible for planning, implementing, managing, and improving Quality processes to facilitate greater internal efficiencies and customer satisfaction - particularly as the Conroe site transitions to markets where Quality and product consistency are vital to foster and maintain highly satisfied customers. In summary, as the Quality Assurance Manager – Conroe, you will: Ensure safe, cost-effective, and efficient operation of the Conroe plant Quality team, including personnel and equipment performance Ensure applicable EHS policies and procedures are followed Drive a culture of quality assurance versus quality control throughout site Direct point contact for QA/QC function at the site Manages quality engineers, quality specialist, analytical chemist and has oversight of staff lab technician contractors through contracting agency Manage laboratory quality control processes to ensure finished goods are tested and on-specification as well as in-control prior to shipment Accountable for the new product introduction (NPI) process for final manufacturing sign-off, including review and approval of product specifications, laboratory test methods, and COA profiles Oversee plant compliance and certification to ISO 9001 quality standard Maintain KPIs to measure plant quality performance Ensure timely investigation of customer complaints assigned to Conroe plant Review complaint responses for adequacy of investigation and effectiveness of corrective/preventive actions Interact with the Huntsman commercial team and directly with customers as needed to ascertain customer requirements and resolve issues Organize and facilitate onsite customer quality audits and customer site visits Ensure timely response to customer quality surveys and questionnaires Monitor implementation of all action items assigned to Quality personnel (e.g., from audits, nonconforming product investigations, customer complaints, etc.) Provide guidance and enforce governance for SAP QM and LIMS transactions Identify trends and opportunities for quality process improvements Maintain raw material specifications and ensure a receiving process is in place to monitor raw material quality prior to use Work with regional quality group to perform regular supplier performance reviews for key raw material and packaging suppliers; participate in supplier quality audits as needed Ensure adequate training on Quality processes; regularly review existing procedures for updates and improvements Manage annual budget for Conroe quality function, including timely requests for capital projects and personnel Serve as plant liaison and subject matter expert on Global Quality, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing initiatives related to quality Qualifications You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in the United States. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Engineering, or Business Administration discipline 15+ years' experience in applied Quality Assurance, preferably in a chemical plant environment Experience as an ISO9001 auditor Skills And Knowledge Demonstrated excellent ability to communicate effectively and lead quality-based teams Results oriented with strong planning, organization, and communication skills (verbal and written) Preferred Qualifications cGMP practices and Six Sigma (preferred) Pharma, healthcare or semiconductor background experience is a plus Working Environment Must be willing to travel 5–10% (primarily within local area) Huntsman is proud to promote equal opportunity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic. All unsolicited resumes presented by recruitment agencies are treated as pro bono information or service and will not be compensated. Huntsman is aware of scams involving fraudulent job offers. We do not make job offers until after a candidate has submitted a job application and has participated in an interview. Please be advised that any job offer that requires payment or requires you to deposit a check is likely a scam. If you have questions about any open positions at Huntsman or Rubison, please visit our Careers website at #J-18808-Ljbffr Huntsman Corporation