Quality Control Manager

Hoya Vision Care; Ramsey (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoya Vision Care is seeking a Quality Control professional in Ramsey, Minnesota. The role focuses on evaluating quality trends, monitoring compliance, and enhancing inspection capabilities within production. With a requirement of 5 to 7 years in a quality control position, candidates should also possess leadership experience. A bachelor’s degree is preferred, with strong skills in Microsoft Office and leadership in a manufacturing environment.

The position also emphasizes flexibility in handling quality control tasks and participation in improvement activities.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years in a quality-related position within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in leadership and managing direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Identifying and evaluating quality trends and defects.
• Monitoring and reporting non-conformities during inspections.
• Supporting quality improvement activities.

Skills

Quality control processes

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Identifying and evaluating quality trends, defects, and process variations
• Monitoring and reporting any non-conformities, abnormalities, or irregularities detected during inspections and tests
• Ensuring all test results and findings are properly documented and controlled
• Supporting the development and training of QC personnel to enhance inspection skills, knowledge of standards, and quality awareness
• Initiating and supporting quality improvement activities and defect reduction programs to meet company quality targets
• Contributing to cost reduction efforts through improved inspection efficiency, waste reduction, and prevention of rework or rejects
• Demonstrating flexibility in handling various quality control tasks and responsibilities as required by the organization
• Planning and conducting testing and evaluation of product quality during daily production processes
• Developing and improving testing and evaluation systems for product quality within the production process
• Regularly reviewing and ensuring compliance with testing standards, evaluation procedures and work instructions
• Coordinating and participating in root cause analysis, implementing corrective actions and preventing non-conforming products
• Monitoring and evaluating the quality of new products during initial production (after DR/technical meetings) and following up on product or process changes
• Reviewing and monitoring the calibration and verification of measuring instruments and testing equipment to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards (QC Tools, Equipment and machines)
• Planning and reviewing staff work schedules and ensuring the quality of work across all shifts to support production requirements
• Participating in meetings with technical departments to align on production and quality standards
• Planning and monitoring team performance, providing counseling and resolving team-related issues
• Evaluating and developing the skills and capabilities of QC team members
• Setting, tracking and reviewing team performance goals and objectives
• Performing other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered
• 5 to 7 years in a quality related position within a manufacturing environment
• Previous leadership and management of direct reports

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineering background
• ISO program
• ISO auditing
• Microsoft Project expertise
• Proficient in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Presentation and good communication in English skill
• Investigation and data analysis skills