Quality Manager - Multi-Site

Job Requirements Alkegen brings together two of the world’s leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation and sealing materials. The Area Quality Manager will oversee the deployment of the Quality departments at two manufacturing locations (located in Tonawanda), develop, implement and maintain a system of quality and reliability testing for the sites products and processes. Key Responsibilities Act as the primary contact to understand and evaluate customer requirements, representing Alkegen for varied requirements including ISO9001 and IATF16949 compliance. Define quality requirements for the internal Alkegen supply chain, ensuring relevant raw material specifications are established and verified during goods receiving, while ensuring saleable production specifications are maintained and aligned to any applicable customer technical specifications. Lead and develop a team that includes Quality Engineers, Technicians and Inspectors. Engage in frequent customer contact and visits, including vendor contacts and audits. Influence all site functional departments to ensure compliance and performance is aligned with business and industry standards. Ensure Plant Process Owners take accountability for the effectiveness and efficiency of the key processes they are responsible for. Champion improved Product Quality, influencing and driving Quality initiatives and benefits to stakeholders at all levels. Drive a continual improvement culture at the site, ensuring engagement in growth and optimization of existing products and processes. Support Plant Leadership team in deployment of a Strategy Deployment tool (Operational Tactical Planning). Model Core Values, developing urgency, taking informed risk to achieve Quality and other PoDe related business objectives. Build a highly engaged organization, recognize as a team motivator, and hire & develop great talent. Manage issues with multi-level complexity, balancing short term and long-term needs. English speaking capability required. Energize the organization, implement change as a visible leader with strong work ethic and integrity. Develop plans and utilize resources to meet organizational objectives, creating a clear expectation and accountability system across both plants. Set the scene for change; develop workable plans, communicate changes effectively, build commitment, and overcome resistance. Demonstrate ability to interact with all levels of the plants, maintaining effective relationships with corporate functions and leadership teams. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Chemical/Mechanical/Materials Engineering and 7‑10 years of experience in a chemical/manufacturing environment and/or technical role, or Associate’s degree with 10 years of experience in Quality Management in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. Demonstrated Lean Six Sigma experience with statistical analysis and problem solving (e.g., DOE) knowledge required. Tier 1 automotive experience required. High level understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, Process Capability, Root Cause Analysis, G8D, DFMEA, PFMEA, MSA, Control Plans and key characteristics. Excellent people, communication, team building and organizational skills. Demonstrated Adaptive Coaching skills. Advanced computer skills in applications such as Lotus Notes, Microsoft Office Suite, Minitab. Team player, capable of working cross‑functionally to determine practical solutions to operational issues. Ability to travel up to 20% both international and domestic. Compensation $137,912 - $172,390. Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including job‑related knowledge, skills and experience. The total compensation package may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, nation of origin, religion, color, gender identity and expression, age, disability, education, opinions, culture, languages spoken, veteran’s status, or any other protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr Unifrax I LLC