Quality Control Manager

Tremco Construction Products Group brings together Tremco CPG Inc.’s Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing and Roofing & Building Maintenance divisions; Tremco Barrier Solutions Inc.; Dryvit, Nudura and Willseal brands; Prebuck LLC; Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc.; Weatherproofing Technologies Canada and PureAir Control Services, Inc. Altogether, Tremco CPG companies operate 21 manufacturing facilities, 6 distribution sites, and 3 R&D/technology sites, and employ more than 2,700 people across North America. GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB: The Quality Manager manages the Quality Process to ensure we are effectively meeting our key business metrics and satisfying all customer product requirements. Key responsibilities include Quality, Lean and Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement with responsibility for ISO quality systems and compliance. TREMCO’S EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL LEADERS: Embodies the company's core values of transparency, trust, and respect by demonstrating integrity, commitment, responsible entrepreneurship, and moral courage. Applies the company’s policies and adheres to processes to ensure compliance and organizational best practices. Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all areas of responsibility such as hiring and promotion decisions. Onboards new employees effectively and efficiently. Conducts annual performance evaluations and provides ongoing performance feedback, maintaining clear and timely documentation. Coaches and manages employees using the company’s philosophy and tools to ensure talent is developed and retained. Constructs succession plans to ensure sustainability and continuity of area of responsibility. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee all quality-related functions in the plant. Act as primary plant liaison with Customers dealing with their processing issues. Participate in the development of specifications for processing, products, and materials. Work directly with Corporate and local Purchasing on vendor quality or supply issues; assist with vendor selection and qualification. Manage ISO Quality systems. Lead the lean/six sigma initiatives in the plant. Respond to and report on customer complaints – manage the root cause investigation, corrective action implementation and follow up, and the SAP quality process. Interact professionally and timely both verbally and in writing with customers and sales force. Develop quality standards for raw materials and finished products. Oversee all lab functions and personnel, assuring safety and integrity of those operations. Test on raw materials and finished product as required. Implement material cost-saving plans where and when appropriate. Participate in annual budget planning. Assist in all compliance activities, especially Hazcom and maintaining SDS system. Other projects/tasks as assigned. EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: Degree in Quality, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials, Polymer, or Business. Bachelor’s degree in engineering or quality preferred. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: Four to seven years related experience and/or training. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: ISO certified preferred. OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Indicate if required or preferred. ISO knowledge. Six Sigma / Lean Thinking. Training experience. Rubber chemistry background. Extrusions knowledge. Confidentiality. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (SAP) Team Player Incumbent must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance, kneel, talk, hear, and lift up to 50 lbs. The Company offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including but not limited to health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) Savings and Trust & Plan with company match, Company Pension Plan, Performance-Based Bonus/Commission, and continuing education. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: BENEFITS: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr