What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Manager position at Bowden Manufacturing?
What You'll Do:
- Lead and manage the quality control department to ensure that all products meet stringent quality standards and Customer specifications.
- Collaborate with Production and Engineering teams to troubleshoot quality issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Analyze production data and quality trends to identify opportunities for process improvements and optimize CNC machine performance.
- Develop and maintain relationships with Customers Quality and Engineering teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the Quality Assurance team, including Quality Technicians, by providing training and development opportunities to encourage continuous improvement and execution of performance standards.
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve the company’s Quality Management System in alignment with AS9100, ISO 9001, ITAR, and customer-specific requirements.
- Oversee inspection processes, including incoming materials, in-process production, and final product release, ensuring all products meet defined quality standards.
- Interpret and enforce technical drawings and specifications across all inspection processes.
- Partner with Engineering and Production teams to embed quality into manufacturing processes and product development, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Lead and coordinate internal and external audits, customer audits and effectively address and resolve audit findings.
- Ensure proper calibration and maintenance of inspection and measurement equipment.
- Promote a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
- Identify and implement emerging tools and techniques to drive operational efficiencies and improve quality outcomes.
Qualifications:
- U.S. citizenship
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a quality role within a manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years of managerial experience.
- Demonstration of a positive attitude that impacts the existing company culture.
- Ability and eagerness to learn new skills and adjust to increased workloads displaying a helpful work ethic.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with production teams.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze data to verify meets high quality standards.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong understanding of quality system standards.
- Demonstrated experience in quality tools and methodologies.
- Experience using precision measurement tools.
We are committed to continuously enhancing our Team's capabilities. If you are a qualified professional interested in joining us, we invite you to express your interest. We’ll arrange a time to learn more about your expertise and share information about our Organization and the role in greater detail.