Manager, Quality

About the position

Reporting to the Plant General Manager, the Quality Manager is responsible for the management of Quality/Laboratory activities, ensuring that products have been manufactured according to the specifications and seeking corrections/solutions. The Quality Manager also maintains third party registration to IATF:16949 or ISO9001.

Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with all local legislative mandates and Linamar's global operational protocols, including Global Operating System Plays, OHSAS 18001 for Health and Safety, ISO 14001 for Environmental Management, and TS 16949 for Quality Management.
• Uphold and exemplify Linamar's Core Values and Leadership Behaviors.
• Maintain equilibrium among customer satisfaction, employee welfare, and financial goals by optimizing facility performance aligned with Linamar's Stepping Stool of Success Strategy.
• Support lean initiatives and uphold 5S standards within the department.
• Engage in Kaizen program and Lean Production System (LPS) requirements.
• Strategize, schedule, and oversee quality department activities to meet manufacturing needs.
• Set quality goals and champion the Quality Management System as the TS/ISO Management Representative.
• Develop manpower plans for departmental efficiency and employee empowerment through training and feedback mechanisms.
• Plan for long-term departmental, equipment, and personnel development.
• Ensure customer quality requirements are met and establish a supplier management system.
• Develop, implement, and enhance procedures for quality control and cost reduction initiatives.
• Maintain high-quality standards and prompt corrective actions for any quality issues.
• Foster effective communication with management, support staff, and production teams.
• Coordinate the creation of quality documentation for APQP, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Establish clear priorities and objectives.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• BS degree in administration, manufacturing, engineering, or equivalent education/work experience.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in manufacturing and supervision.
• Advanced knowledge of SPC tools, IATF:16949 quality management systems, and Core Tools.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and expense tracking.

Nice-to-haves

• ASQ Certification preferred.
• Commit to ongoing professional development through seminars, conferences, and industry networking.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• 401k Program
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Counsel
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.