Quality Manager

Momentive Technologies•Hebron, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Momentive Technologies applies advanced materials science to design and manufacture ultra-high-performance quartz materials, quartz crucibles, and ceramic products that are vital to a variety of high-growth end markets, including the silicon and compound semiconductor industries, electronics, and aerospace components. These solutions enable the production of logic and memory chips, power control devices and multiple systems for electric vehicles, integrated circuits, power control devices, data servers, and aerospace applications. Recognized for the purity, performance, consistency and stability of its products, Momentive Technologies has been delivering innovative solutions for over 130 years and continues to impact emerging trends like electrification, digitalization, renewable energy and artificial intelligence. The Company, headquartered in Strongsville, Ohio, has operations across the globe and serves customers in more than 30 countries. For more information, visit www.momentivetech.com . Quality Manager Position is responsible for the development, maintenance, improvement, and deployment of Quality Management Systems. The role promotes improvement initiatives and needs to frequently interface with other Momentive functional roles. The role is also responsible for maintaining and ensuring compliance with quality certification on the specific business unit requirements (examples: ISO 9001:2008/2015 and AS9100.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
Quality Management role
Working knowledge of SAP QM desirable
Ability to lead RCCA investigations
Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of plant and management personnel
Ability to lead and influence project teams
Must have good communication skills

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in related field or MBA
Solid working knowledge of industrial statistics
10 years’ experience in a Quality Management role
Advanced knowledge of SAP functionality
Experience in chemical industries desired
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification desired

Responsibilities

Coordinate and oversee customer response program related to product quality, specifications and related services.
Drive Product Quality through manufacturing capability improvement programs and ensure quality meets our customer needs
Maintain and promote Quality Assurance procedures for approval of raw materials, including inspection, testing, and vendor approval
Maintain an effective corrective action process for quality systems findings, vendor non-conformances, and other internally recognized issues.
Plan, direct and perform internal quality audits to ensure the effectiveness of the QMS.
Create, update and review Process Interaction Maps, Control Plans and FMEAs for internal processes and supplier activities
Ensure that a thorough quality planning process is followed for new product and new material introductions.
Serve as the subject matter expert and resource person regarding the published Quality Standards and Systems Procedures
Sustain and promote the 5S environment in the quality laboratory and across the plant site.
Leverage data and trend analysis to partner with the plant leadership team in identifying proactive quality improvements.
Responsibilities to maintaining AS9100and ISO 9001 certifications
Conduct supplier audits to ensure effectiveness of their QMS and verify corrective actions from Supplier Corrective Action Reports
Set tactical and strategic direction for the Quality Department
Actively participate in the Site Leadership Team, providing unbiased feedback and direction for the site
Evaluate departmental and site Key Performance Indicators (metrics) for performance measurement and continuous improvement
Partner with operating associates and other functional groups to identify opportunities and develop and implement standard operating procedures improving team function
Identify and lead site continuous improvement and culture shaping programs.
Test Methods & Equipment - Ensure continuous improvement of analytical methods and the removal of obsolete methods and specifications
Manage personnel for instrument calibration and maintenance records for all test equipment and train operating technicians in the use of testing equipment
Ensure complete and accurate recording and reporting of all QA/QC related information, including test methods, instrument calibrations, customer charting, raw materials and finished goods
Customer and Vendor Interaction - Coordinate, investigate, and respond to customer issues through thorough RCCA determination and follow-up
Maintain an effective corrective action process for quality systems issues, vendor non-conformances, and other internally recognized issues
Ensure that a thorough quality planning process is in place for new products and new material introductions.
Provide customers and sales personnel with periodic SQC reports as required
Interface with customers with regards to specifications and quality surveys.
Promote risk-based analysis of processes and lead activities to reduce identified risks
Collaborate with EHS on the Management of Change process to ensure effective implementation.