Manufacturing Quality Manager

Dover Corporation; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) savings plan

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

PSG, a Dover Corporation brand, seeks a Manufacturing Quality Manager to direct the QMS, ensure ISO compliance, and drive continuous improvement across plants. You will mentor quality teams and coordinate with sourcing on supplier performance, PPAP, and corrective actions.

The role emphasizes leadership, strategic thinking, and hands-on problem solving to achieve zero-defect manufacturing in a global, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or engineering is required.
• MBA or master's in engineering preferred.
• CQE/CQM certifications are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Direct Quality Management System (QMS) oversight and ISO compliance.
• Lead continuous improvement and root-cause analysis initiatives.
• Mentor plant quality staff and drive zero-defect culture.
• Partner with sourcing on supplier quality and PPAP management.
• Support new product introductions and plant readiness.

Skills

Quality systems

Budgeting

Project management

Coaching & mentoring

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA preferred

CQE/CQM certification

Tools

PPAP

PFMEA

Control Plans

Job description

Manufacturing Quality Manager

Location: Grand Rapids, MI, US, 49503

Work Arrangement: Onsite

PSG® is the global pump, metering and dispensing-solution expert, enabling the safe and efficient transfer of critical and valuable fluids that require optimal performance and reliability in applications where it matters most. Additionally, PSG is a leading provider of flow meters designed to reduce waste and downtime while accurately measuring, monitoring and controlling the distribution of fluids. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, USA, PSG is comprised of several world-class brands, including Abaque®, All-Flo™, Almatec®, Blackmer®, Ebsray®, em-tec®, Griswold®, Hydro™, Malema™, Mouvex®, Neptune®, PSG® Biotech, Quantex™, Quattroflow®, and Wilden®. PSG products are manufactured on three continents – North America, Europe, and Asia – in state-of-the-art facilities that practice lean manufacturing and are ISO-certified. PSG is part of the Pumps & Process Solutions segment of Dover Corporation. For additional information on PSG, please visitpsgdover.com .

We thrive on winning and being number one; and are always looking to add the best and brightest to our talented team of professionals. PSG offers a unique combination of the both small company atmosphere: with an ownership mindset that allows you to make close-to-the-customer decisions; an innovative approach in seeing beyond what is possible today and entrepreneurial spirit in the pursuit of new opportunities; combined with benefits of a large company’s scale, tools, expertise, and financial strength with Dover. Join PSG, a growing global company where your curiosity, hard work and ambition is rewarded with exceptional career opportunities in a friendly & fast paced environment.

PSG is part of the Pumps and Process Solutions segment of the Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 65 years, our team of over 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible.

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Quality Manager directs the Quality Management System (QMS), leads continuous improvement initiatives, manages quality control and assurance staff, and ensures products meet customer specifications and regulatory standards. They will oversee daily quality control while maintaining ISO compliance and driving root cause analysis.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage quality systems and proceduresfor the business
• Participate actively in the development and validation of controlled shop floor documentation toassistoperators in the manufacture,assemblyand shipping of quality products. This includes, but it is not limited to Control Plans, PFMEAS, etc.
• Partner with manufacturing leaders to assess effectiveness ofprocesses
• Participate in New Product Introduction and Plant Readiness to ensure plants are fully equipped to have seamless and smooth product launches
• Coordinate plant initiativesin order toachieve consistency and standardization of best QS practices across the manufacturing plant
• Responsible formaintaininga robustmetrologystrategy and standardization across the manufacturing plant
• Partner with Sourcing to manage the siteSupplier Quality Program tomonitorongoing performance and to:
• Place suppliers on controlled shipping
• PPAP Management (internal and external suppliers)
• Expanding business relationship
• Assistwith the investigation of customer complaints and implement corrective actions
• Support, develop and mentor Plant Quality Functions to enable them to create a Zero-Defect Culture across the plants
• Responsible for assessing andmaintaining a robust Internal Quality Audits System to maintain ongoing effectiveness of ISO 9000 Requirements and any other customer-specific requirements
• Assistwith the developmentand launch of ongoing training programs aimed at increasing manufacturing capabilities to improve Root Cause and Corrective Action skill levels

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor’s degreerequiredin business or engineering
• MBA or master's in engineering preferred
• Certified Quality Engineer and/or Manager (ASQC CQE, CQM) are highly desirable
• Proficient in budgeting and project management
• Program development,implementationand changemanagement experience
• Coaching and mentoring skills
• Influencing without authority
• Patience,perseveranceand passion to drive a Quality culture across the plants and regional teams
• Credibility and experience working effectively and directly with the Plant Quality and Leadership teams
• Excellent communication and coaching skills (written and verbal) at all levels from the shop floor to top management
• Ability to think strategically and execute tactically
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong business acumen
• Analytical thinking with a drive to create innovative solutions for sustainability
• Ability to and experience with work cross-culturally

Desired Characteristics

• Attracts, Develops and Retains Talent – Creates a learning environment that recognizes and maximizes the potential of all employees. Develops high potential individuals for future strategic needs
• Results Driven – Produces results that exceed Dover’s strategicobjectivesvia a combination of planning and implementation, whilelivingthe Dover Values
• Change Leadership – Aligns an organization and its people to drive for improvement and adopt new, challenging directions. Energizes a whole organization to want to change in the same direction. Influences others in a mature and empowering manner

BonusEligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits

• a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions
• medical, dental and vision insurance
• wellness programs
• health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• company paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance
• supplemental employee and dependent life insurance
• optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
• adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance
• commuter benefits
• parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence
• paid time off, including 13 paid holidays, paid vacation days, paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, business travel services
• employee discounts
• an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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Job Function: Manufacturing & Operations; Other; Quality & Continous Improvement