Manager of Quality & Continuous Improvement

Socket.dev; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Mechanical Dynamics & Analysis LLC (MD&A) in the United States seeks a Manager of Quality & Continuous Improvement to lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of quality systems across operations. The role includes hands-on audits, strengthening internal controls, and collaborating with leadership to drive improvements.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering, 10+ years in quality/CI in power generation or related fields, and strong knowledge of ISO

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Minimum 10 years in quality/continuous improvement in Power Generation Industry or related industry.
• Strong knowledge of ISO quality systems and RCA/CAPA.
• Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills; self-starter and team player.

Responsibilities

• Oversee QA programs strategy and execution.
• Coordinate with cross-functional leaders to align objectives with business and customer expectations.
• Lead a team evaluating existing processes for quality and efficiency.
• Establish enterprise-wide policies, standards, and metrics.
• Implement changes for cost or waste reduction and productivity improvements.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and track progress against goals.
• Recommend changes affecting floor layout, material flow, or machinery.
• Direct compliance with applicable regulations.
• Represent quality in executive decision-making.

Skills

Quality Systems

ISO Standards

Root Cause Analysis

Corrective/Preventive Action

Process Optimization

Cross-functional Leadership

PC Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

Mechanical Dynamics & Analysis LLC (MD&A) is a world class supplier of power generation services, parts, and repairs for steam, gas, and industrial turbines and generators. We lead the industry by offering high-quality, on-schedule, and cost-effective services, parts, and repairs which result in repeat business and positive customer feedback – we are known for our knowledge and experience.

The leadership team of Mechanical Dynamics & Analysis (MD&A) is looking for Manager of Quality & Continuous Improvement is looking for an individual who has the desire to join a growing organization. The Manager of Quality & Continuous Improvement will oversee the development, implementation and continuous improvement of quality systems and process optimization initiatives across operations. Additionally, will play a hands-on role in the Company’s driving quality program, supporting and leading audits, strengthening internal controls, and collaborate with division leadership and teams to identify and select processes or projects for inclusion in the organization’s continuous improvement initiative.

• Oversees the strategic planning, development, and execution of quality assurance engineering programs
• Coordinates with cross-functional leaders to align quality objectives with business strategies and customer expectations.
• Oversees the work of a team that evaluates existing processes and identifies opportunities for quality or efficiency improvement
• Establishes enterprise-wide policies, standards, and metrics
• Develops and monitors the implementation of process changes meant to result in cost or waste reduction, productivity improvement, customer satisfaction, and profitability increases
• Leads initiatives to improve quality performance and reduce defects, as well as tracks progress against established goals
• Recommended changes that may impact floor layout, material flow, or machinery selection and use
• Directs compliance efforts with applicable regulations
• Represents quality functions in executive decision-making

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Experience: Minimum 10yrs of related field experience (quality/continuous improvement in Power Generation Industry or related industry)

Knowledge: Process knowledge in Power Industry; detailed knowledge & proficiency in Quality Systems – ISO requirements familiarity; Root Cause Analysis and Corrective/Preventive Action; proficiency in current PC technology & effective use of software to create forms/documents.

Analytical & Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work effectively with minimum supervision – self-starter; Ability to effectively perform & contribute in a team environment; Ability to effectively work with & accomplish multiple priorities; Effective organizational and communication skills; Customer focused; Ability to identify, analyze, & solve Quality problems with practical solutions; Provide technical guidance on Quality issues.

Physical Demands: Exposure to industrial and office environments; Ability to travel to field locations when required. The location of the role is in-office in one of MD&A's locations located in Latham NY, St. Louis MO, Houston TX, or Euclid OH.