Plant Quality Manager

Halliwell Consulting Corp; Prince George; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Quality Manager to lead quality initiatives in a manufacturing environment. This role involves managing quality staff, ensuring compliance with internal and external standards, and driving continuous improvement through effective coaching and strategic planning. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality management systems and statistical analysis, along with proven project management skills. This opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact on the organization’s quality culture and operational excellence, while working in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of quality experience in manufacturing, with 3 years in a lead role.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems and statistical analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage quality staff, ensuring compliance with quality policies.
• Develop and execute quality control plans and strategic goals.

Skills

Quality Management Systems

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Continuous Improvement

Project Management

Problem Solving

Coaching and Training

Statistical Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Forest Products, Engineering, Wood Science or related field

ASQ Certification

Lean Six Sigma Training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Statistical Software Applications

Job description

Our client located on Northern BC has an immediate opening for a Quality Manager.

Salary: $100,000.00-$135,000.00 per year

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Forest Products, Engineering, Wood Science or related field is strongly preferred.
• ASQ Certification, Lean Six Sigma Training, or other applicable Quality or continuous improvement training desirable.

Experience:

• Minimum 5+ years’ quality experience in a manufacturing environment, 3 years of which in a lead or supervisory capacity.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing business and corporate strategies such as Statistical Process Control (SPC), Quality Management Systems, and Continuous Improvement.
• Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting, problem solving, Quality Management Systems, Continuous Improvement, and Project Management.
• Thorough knowledge of quality systems and manufacturing capabilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of statistical analysis and experimental design.
• In-depth knowledge of customer requirements, compliance regulations, quality processes, and procedures.
• Skill in leading, planning, coaching, training, and managing.
• Proven project management skills.
• Implement corporate and business strategies.
• Evaluate and optimize test procedures; define problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusions.
• Lead and manage multiple projects.
• Operate a computer and supporting software, including Microsoft Office; working knowledge of statistical software applications.
• Communicate effectively in oral and written form.

Duties:

• Perform all work in accordance with safety rules and regulations and participate in facility health & safety activities as assigned. Be proactive in identifying and performing tasks to maintain and improve safety, quality, and environmental performance.
• Ensure plant compliance with all internal product specifications, certifying agency guidelines, and corporate and business quality policies.
• Provide leadership on all aspects of Quality to the Plant Business Team, Supervisors, Quality Staff, and throughout operations.
• Manage plant Quality staff by effectively coaching, training, mentoring, and monitoring performance.
• Ensure Quality Manual, Control Plans, SSOPs, and JSAs exist and are updated for all quality tasks. Ensure required training for the Quality department is completed and documented according to policies.
• Develop process quality control plans; ensure plant operations personnel receive proper training on plan execution.
• Provide leadership in enhancing plant quality culture by identifying skill gaps in plant operations personnel and quality staff.
• Actively participate in plant capital planning and execution processes.
• Develop and execute plant strategic goals that align with business objectives.
• Develop and manage quality systems in alignment with corporate and business goals.
• Lead and execute process optimization initiatives (cost reduction, new technology, etc.), new product commercialization, continuous process improvement, and experimental design.
• Manage the plant quality department, with budget and staffing responsibilities.
• Train, coach, and conduct performance evaluations for plant Quality employees.
• Participate as a key member in plant business team activities.
• Lead plant Quality self-assessment and support internal Quality audits. Address issues and ensure corrective actions are taken.
• Identify, coordinate, and conduct training for employees in areas such as experimental design, statistical process control, process improvement, and quality management systems.
• Participate as a member of the Lean Six Sigma sponsor team.
• Leverage business best practices as appropriate.
• Perform all duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations.

Applying:

Please submit resumes to [e-mail] including salary expectations and availability or contact Chris Halliwell at 1 877-737-6562 extension 108.

Job Number: 2346