Quality Systems Manager

Element Solutions Inc • Itasca, IL

11d • $128,636 - $192,954

About The Position

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Quality Systems Manager to lead and maintain our Quality Management System (QMS) within a semiconductor manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will identify and mitigate risks, ensure compliance with industry standards, and drive continuous improvement across operations.
This role requires strong collaboration across teams to support audits, manage quality documentation, and implement corrective and preventive actions that improve product quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field
• 7+ years of experience in quality management within semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing
• Expertise in risk management tools such as FMEA, control plans, and statistical process control (SPC)
• Experience managing Quality Management Systems (QMS) in regulated or high-precision environments
• Proven ability to lead audits (internal and external) and CAPA programs
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and maintenance of a risk-based Quality Management System aligned with industry standards such as IATF 16949 and semiconductor manufacturing best practices.
• Facilitate risk assessments including Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEA, Control Plans, and other APQP documentation.
• Establish and maintain risk registers and monitoring systems to track quality and operational risks.
• Develop mitigation strategies to reduce product defects, process variability, and supply chain risks.
• Manage and improve QMS documentation, including procedures, work instructions, and quality records.
• Ensure the QMS supports traceability, process control, and defect prevention across operations.
• Monitor system performance using KPIs and quality metrics.
• Lead internal and external audits, including customer, supplier, and regulatory audits.
• Support supplier risk assessments and address customer quality concerns by leading corrective actions and risk mitigation plans.

Benefits

• Opportunities for career growth, competitive compensation (competitive base salary and performance related bonus plan) and benefits packages (health, dental, and vision insurance, Wellness Program, PTO/Holidays, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match).
• Perks and Incentives such as paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level