Quality Manager

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS:

• The Quality Manager oversees all activities and staff of our quality department. The position is responsible to develop, implement and maintain a quality system for the local Schuler operation. The operation includes (a) the production of automotive components and (b) the manufacturing of production equipment.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement quality control processes, procedures, and policies to ensure that our products and services meet customer expectations.
• Monitor and analyze data related to quality and identify trends,
• Lead, manage and train team members on quality control processes, provide guidance and coaching.
• Communicate with the other departments, and with management to ensure that quality control processes are aligned with business objectives.
• Perform quality audits, identify areas for improvement and make recommendations for corrective action.
• Work with our suppliers and vendors to ensure that purchased components meet the quality standard.
• Manage and maintain quality control documentation, ensuring that all necessary records and reports are accurate and up-to-date.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices related to quality control, sharing knowledge and insights with team members.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality or Mechanical Engineering
• Five years of experience in related field required
• Good knowledge of mechanical engineering and machine components.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Strong working knowledge of quality systems, processes and problem solving tools such as APQP, SPC, 8D, Six Sigma, process development and improvement plans.
• Ability to read and understand product specifications and blueprints.
• Able to use inspection gages such as micrometers, calipers and indicators,
• Able to analyze data and present and create reports.
• Able to support organization’s Quality Management systems in line with standards.
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
• Fluent in English with advanced reading and writing skills
• German and/or Portuguese Language skills would be a plus.
• Visa holders/English as Second Language (ESL) individuals must take TOEFL exam and score above passing grade.