Quality Director (24568)

NEOTech; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health plan

401(k) plan with company match

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

A dynamic technology company in Massachusetts seeks a Quality Manager to oversee quality organization and develop quality policies. Responsibilities include managing ISO certifications, quality planning, and continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 10 years of related experience. The role requires strong leadership and analytical skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office. A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan, is offered.

Qualifications

• 10 years of related experience in quality management.
• Experience in managing a large staff and multiple projects.
• Strong analytical skills and strategic thinking.

Responsibilities

• Manage ISO certifications and relevant standards.
• Develop and maintain quality policies and objectives.
• Train staff on quality-related criteria and standards.

Skills

Ability to utilize electronic manufacturing system

Knowledge of IPC-DVD-64C Component Identification

Ability to train to PC-A-610

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Understanding of FDA regulations

Understanding of ITAR regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or similar discipline

Job description

Overview

Summary Manage the quality organization, develop quality policies, generate quality reports and provide support to organizations within the Company on quality-related issues.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Adhere to all ESD requirements and Board Handling.
• Use of Moisture Sensitive Device (MSD) handling requirements based on component moisture sensitive levels (MSL).
• Collect information needed for disposition of nonconforming products, MRB chairperson.
• Quality planning as it relates to process and product, for both the site and the corporation as a whole.
• Plan and coordinate quality improvement efforts.
• Manage ISO certifications (including 9001; ISO 13485 and AS 9100) and changing requirements.
• Management Representative for ISO9001, AS9100 and ISO13485.
• Support ISO14001 Environmental Management Standards and act as one of the site Environmental Management Representatives to support ISO14001.
• Training - train and/or provide necessary training related to accept/reject criteria and workmanship standards.
• Responsible for the overall quality metrics of the company and target areas for continuous improvement.
• Development of quality policies and objectives.
• Control and maintenance of the Calibration System and preventive maintenance program.
• Work with suppliers to ensure their quality systems are acceptable.
• Maintain corrective action process and system, working with Engineering and Manufacturing.
• Develop quality measures that track performance and lead to continuous improvement.
• Focal point of 6S Lean Initiatives to promote awareness throughout the facility and relate it to the entire corporation.
• Implement new processes to improve throughput and reduce defects.
• Ensure the promotion of awareness of regulatory and customer requirements throughout the organization.
• Support and follow all ISO standards related to OnCore’s various Quality Management Systems. These systems may include, but are not limited to, quality, the environment, health, safety and security.
• Support all corporate and site 6S objectives.
• Perform all other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

Job Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to utilize electronic manufacturing system.
• Knowledge of IPC-DVD-64C Component Identification.
• Ability to train to PC-A-610.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of all relevant IPC work standards.
• Understanding of business administration.
• Understanding of World Class Manufacturing practices.
• FDA regulations and requirements.
• ITAR regulations and requirements.

Experience/Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or similar discipline.
• 10 years of related experience.
• Experience and ability to manage a large staff and multiple concurrent technical projects is required. The ability to interact in multi-functional teams and influence people to work together is essential.
• Balance of strategic thinking and strong analytical skills with ability to execute.
• Detail oriented and strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits Offered: Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage; company-paid basic life/AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance; voluntary supplemental insurances, flexible spending accounts and employee assistance program (EAP).

Sick Leave, Vacation Time, and company-paid Holidays are also provided as paid time off. NEOTech also provides a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan option with a company match.

NEOTech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

NEOTech has a long-standing commitment to maintaining a safe, quality-oriented and productive work environment. We also want all employees to perform their duties safely and efficiently, in a manner that protects their interests and those of their co-workers. We recognize that alcohol and drug abuse pose a threat to the health and safety of NEOTech employees and to the security of the Company’s equipment and facilities. For these reasons, NEOTech is committed to the elimination of drug and alcohol use and abuse in the workplace. Candidates being considered for hire must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test which include screening for illegal drugs and marijuana.

Due to ITAR and / or CUI compliance, this position requires candidates to be a U.S. Citizen.