Quality Engineering and Test Manager (5190)
About The Position
The role of the Quality Engineering & Test Manager is to manage a diverse group of engineers in support of Manufacturing Operations and Quality, and to lead discussions with customer representatives. This will involve having expert knowledge in system design, cable performance, network element functionality and component engineering, as well as in-depth knowledge of Manufacturing Operations and processes. This job requires an individual who is a current manager or a high caliber engineer who can adapt those skills to a managerial position. Responsibilities and Qualifications: Strategic impact, knowledge, skills, and scope of responsibility: Provide measurable input to the objectives and goals of Manufacturing Operations Demonstrates expertise by integrating theory and principles with organizational practices into work This position requires a high degree of ingenuity and innovation Adaptability to technological advances Drives results within the department Initiates cross-functional collaboration Provides direction to the engineering staff Approves test strategies and test plans Manages complex IT Development projects Manages Component Engineers and Supplier Quality Collects and analyzes quality metrics Provides Customer interface to Manufacturing Operations Conduct performance reviews, provide areas of development and recognize achievements Confer with management or subordinates to resolve workplace issues
Requirements
- B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical or Physics, plus 10 years of experience, advanced degree is preferred (MS / MBA)
- Ability to drive teamwork in cross-functional disciplines
- Excellent communication and coaching skills at all levels from the shop floor to top management
- Proficiency and demonstrated ability to make independent, informed decisions
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point
- Experience with LEAN Manufacturing principles
- Strong communication, technical writing, computer, organizational and interpersonal skills
- Ability to influence business direction
Nice To Haves
- advanced degree is preferred (MS / MBA)
Responsibilities
- Provide measurable input to the objectives and goals of Manufacturing Operations
- Demonstrates expertise by integrating theory and principles with organizational practices into work
- This position requires a high degree of ingenuity and innovation
- Adaptability to technological advances
- Drives results within the department
- Initiates cross-functional collaboration
- Provides direction to the engineering staff
- Approves test strategies and test plans
- Manages complex IT Development projects
- Manages Component Engineers and Supplier Quality
- Collects and analyzes quality metrics
- Provides Customer interface to Manufacturing Operations
- Conduct performance reviews, provide areas of development and recognize achievements
- Confer with management or subordinates to resolve workplace issues
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
