Head of Manufacturing Quality Control

As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the ever-changing environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. Lead a department in a medical device manufacturing environment and ensure the highest level of production quality, efficiency, and output.

Direct leadership of the site operational QC employees

Assure that quality inspectors are well trained in support of their career development paths and the company's growth plans

Manage and supervise QC laboratory activities and equipment

Provide coaching and constructive feedback

Collaborate with team and cross-functional partners to help guide the Quality Control team to prioritize as the company would

Evaluate data, assess, and develop options

Comprehensive understanding of all applicable MSOP's, QCSOP's, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and line clearance requirements.

Provide Quality Control with timely performance feedback.

First In First Out) methodology to optimize production operations.

Analyze situations and utilize critical thinking skills to prevent or find resolution for production issues.

Ensure the team, production department and processes are in line with company practices and safety standards.

Communicate with the production supervisor and other production leads to coordinate production activities and share results.

Works with cross-functional departments (planning, quality, engineering) to prevent or resolve production issues.

Able to use a microscope and understand magnification levels for visual inspection.

Manage team to ensure that all finished products meet quality standards and specifications.

Maintain a production environment that complies and follows all quality standards and government regulated standards.

Performs in-process inspection according to QC WI's.

High School diploma or equivalent.

5+ years of manufacturing experience in the medical device or similar industry.

Experience with LEAN manufacturing principles.

Proficient computer knowledge of Microsoft Office programs: Outlook, Excel, Word.

Ability to effectively communicate with others within and outside the organization (i.e. management, supervisors, coworkers, inspectors and auditors from various governing bodies, such as FDA auditors).

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

Must be able to work with small parts using tweezers. Must wear personal protective equipment as required in the working area.

Medical

Dental

Employee Assistance Programs

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for this job. Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends).

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