Quality Manager

Flex-N-Gate; Beaverton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the automotive industry is seeking a Quality Manager to oversee quality initiatives and ensure compliance with international standards. The role requires strong leadership and analytical skills, with a focus on continuous improvement and customer satisfaction. Benefits include comprehensive insurance and a supportive work environment that promotes professional growth.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

RRSP Plan

Paid Holidays

Vacation

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Six Sigma certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee quality department and implement quality management systems.
• Collaborate with Process Engineering on changes.
• Ensure production meets quality specifications.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Customer Focus

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Quality Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Statistical Software

Job description

Flex-N-Gate Quality Manager Job Description

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th among the Top 150 North American Suppliers in "Automotive News." As a growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate offers excellent opportunities for hardworking and skilled individuals.

The Quality Manager oversees the quality department, implements and maintains quality management and document control systems, drives continuous improvement activities, and supports plant-wide quality initiatives. The role involves leading Corrective Action Plan development, implementation, and follow-up on quality issues.

Job Duties

1. Evaluate and develop improved techniques for quality and reliability control.
2. Collaborate with Process Engineering on process and engineering changes.
3. Support prototype builds, data collection, and reporting.
4. Design and implement data collection, maintenance, and analysis systems.
5. Identify problems, review information, evaluate options, and implement solutions.
6. Ensure production meets quality specifications.
7. Provide onsite support to customers and suppliers as needed.
8. Document all activities as required.
9. Maintain compliance with company guidelines, union contracts, international quality standards (ISO, IATF), and government regulations.
10. Manage awareness, understanding, and responsibilities related to the Quality Management Systems Manual.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quality Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least 8 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with a broad quality background.
• Six Sigma certification preferred.
• Knowledge of strategic planning, resource management, leadership, production methods, and team coordination.
• Customer-focused with a focus on quality standards and satisfaction.
• Understanding of mathematics, statistics, and their applications.
• Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and statistical software.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, and manage multiple projects.
• Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and team-oriented.
• Supervisory, troubleshooting, decision-making, and presentation skills.

Benefits include medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance, RRSP plan, extensive safety and development programs, paid holidays and vacation. What our employees say:

• "It engages you professionally and provides learning opportunities."
• "Lots of growth opportunity."
• "The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable."

Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We are proud recipients of Forbes 2024 Canada's Best Employers Award.