Manager, Quality

Nordson Corporation•Saint Petersburg, FL

About The Position

Nordson Medical, a global leader in Interventional Solutions, Fluid Components, and Surgical Solutions, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment. Summary of the role As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected. Tests and inspects products at various stages of production process and compiles and evaluates statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products by performing the following duties. In addition, carries out supervisory responsibilities for the Quality Assurance Inspector team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related discipline
Demonstrate basic understanding of quality tools and industrial statistics such as SPC, FMEA, PPAP and control planning.
Minimum 5 years prior Management experience
Ability to write simple correspondence, simple instructions, and memos.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
Must be able to use gages such as calipers, and micrometers
Must be able to read engineering drawings and have knowledge of GD&T
Proficiency using the Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Vizio)

Nice To Haves

Experience using ERP software, SAP preferred
Knowledge of plastic molding equipment and processes
Experience in ISO9001:20015
Experience using Minitab Statistical Software is a plus
Experience using EIQ Software is a plus

Responsibilities

Oversee the team’s focus on safety, security, performance, quality, and continuous improvement.
Quality representative for Nordson safety team – Journey to Zero, ensure timely reporting of any issues and concerns related to safety and security.
Interpret engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, or formulas and confers with management or engineering staff to determine quality and reliability standards.
Record test data, applying statistical quality control procedures and maintain data integrity of SQCpack.
Select products for tests at specified stages in production process, and test products for variety of qualities such as dimensions, performance, and mechanical, electrical, or chemical characteristics. This includes set up and perform destructive and nondestructive tests on materials, parts, or products to measure performance, life, or material characteristics.
Prepare graphs or charts of data or enters data into computer for analysis.
Administrator of the Material Review Boad
Directly manages shift leads in the Quality Assurance Department.
Carry out management responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include time keeping, interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Maintain employee training
Coordinate/facilitate calibration of equipment within facility, including but not limited to inspection equipment, engineering tools, and production process equipment.
Develop processes/procedures to deliver value add product inspections to deliver LLP COPQ and other applicable KPI's.
All other duties as assigned