Quality Control Manager

Tremco Construction Products Group•Ashland, OH

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Manager manages the Quality Process to ensure we are effectively meeting our key business metrics and satisfying all customer product requirements. Key responsibilities include Quality, Lean and Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement with responsibility for ISO quality systems and compliance. TREMCO’S EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL LEADERS: Embodies the company's core values of transparency, trust, and respect by demonstrating integrity, commitment, responsible entrepreneurship, and moral courage. Applies the company’s policies and adheres to processes to ensure compliance and organizational best practices. Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all areas of responsibility such as hiring and promotion decisions. Onboards new employees effectively and efficiently. Conducts annual performance evaluations and provides ongoing performance feedback, maintaining clear and timely documentation. Coaches and manages employees using the company’s philosophy and tools to ensure talent is developed and retained. Constructs succession plans to ensure sustainability and continuity of area of responsibility.

Requirements

Four to seven years related experience and/or training.
ISO knowledge.
Six Sigma / Lean Thinking.
Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (SAP)
Solid computer skills (Word, Excel, Lotus Notes)
Team Player
DOE skills
Incumbent must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance, kneel, talk, hear, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or quality preferred.
ISO certified preferred.
Training experience.
Rubber chemistry background.
Extrusions knowledge.
Strong communication skills (written, verbal).
Confidentiality.

Responsibilities

Oversee all quality-related functions in the plant.
Act as primary plant liaison with Customers dealing with their processing issues.
Participate in the development of specifications for processing, products, and materials.
Work directly with Corporate and local Purchasing on vendor quality or supply issues; assist with vendor selection and qualification.
Manage ISO Quality systems.
Lead the lean/six sigma initiatives in the plant.
Respond to and report on customer complaints – manage the root cause investigation, corrective action implementation and follow up, and the SAP quality process.
Interact professionally and timely both verbally and in writing with customers and sales force.
Develop quality standards for raw materials and finished products.
Oversee all lab functions and personnel, assuring safety and integrity of those operations.
Test on raw materials and finished product as required.
Implement material cost-saving plans where and when appropriate.
Participate in annual budget planning.
Assist in all compliance activities, especially Hazcom and maintaining SDS system.
Other projects/tasks as assigned.