Quality Engineering Manager

PPC Broadband; Village of East Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/Remote work options

Job summary

Belden in Syracuse is seeking a Quality Engineering Manager to lead quality initiatives for Fiber Extrusion, drive CAPA programs, and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and TL 9000. This on-site role reports to the Sr. Director of Global Quality and requires 3+ years in manufacturing leadership.

You will guide audits, implement QC criteria, and mentor Quality staff, while pursuing continuous improvement and data-driven quality enhancements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Engineering; Mechanical or Industrial preferred.
• 3+ years in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment with supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of quality control, troubleshooting, CAPA systems, and gauging methodologies.
• Solid understanding of SPC, process capability analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills across all levels.
• Strong organizational and project management skills in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality engineering leadership for Fiber Extrusion operations, including management of daily quality rejections, troubleshooting major fallout, nonconforming material disposition, and CAPA activities.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, TL 9000, UL, customer-specific requirements, and internal quality management systems.
• Lead and continuously improve quality standards, systems, and KPIs across operational processes to ensure high-quality production and delivery.
• Lead customer complaint investigations, containment activities, root cause analysis, and RCCM development using 8D CAR methodologies.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on scrap reduction, process optimization, and overall product quality through data analysis.
• Conduct PFMEAs for new and existing products, equipment, and processes for successful launches while leading small quality projects.
• Manage, train, and oversee Quality Auditors, Quality Engineers, and Technicians; develop in-process inspection criteria and work instructions.

Skills

Quality leadership

CAPA systems

SPC

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

Statistical analysis software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Innovation Starts With You

Propel your career at Belden, where innovation creates possibilities—for our people, our customers, and the communities we serve. We connect people, information, and ideas to solve the world’s most complex connectivity challenges, turning curiosity into meaningful impact. Here, you’ll take on work that challenges you, supports your growth, and empowers you to shape what’s next. You’ll collaborate with global teams, gain diverse perspectives, and contribute to solutions that extend beyond our business—creating value in the world around us.

Together, we are shaping the future of digitization and paving the way for the next generation of innovation.

Job Summary:

The Syracuse Quality Engineering Manager is responsible for evaluating the quality process and assisting with quality system development and the continuous support of quality product improvements. This is an on-site position and reports to the Sr. Director of Global Quality.

You will make a difference in the following ways:

• Provide quality engineering leadership for Fiber Extrusion operations, including management of daily quality rejections, trouble-shooting major fallout, nonconforming material (NMR)/MRB disposition, and CAPA activities related to internal and external quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements, including ISO 9001, TL 9000, UL, customer‑specific requirements, and internal quality management systems.
• Lead and continuously improve quality standards, systems, and KPIs across operational processes to ensure the consistent production and delivery of high‑quality products.
• Lead customer complaint investigations, containment activities, root cause analysis, and RCCM development utilizing cross‑functional problem‑solving methodologies such as 8D CAR to drive corrective and preventive actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on scrap reduction, process optimization, operational efficiency, SPC system effectiveness, and overall product quality enhancement through data analysis and proactive monitoring.
• Conduct PFMEAs for new and existing products, equipment, and manufacturing processes to support successful product and process launches, while independently leading small‑scale quality and process improvement projects.
• Manage, train, and oversee Quality Auditors, Quality Engineers, and Technicians; monitor performance, support daily manufacturing operations, develop in‑process inspection criteria and work instructions, identify gauging requirements, and perform other assigned duties.

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s in Engineering; Mechanical or Industrial Engineering preferred
• Minimum of 3 yrs experience in a fast‑paced, high volume manufacturing environment, including supervisory or leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing process quality control, troubleshooting, CAPA systems, and gauging methodologies.
• Solid understanding of statistical process control (SPC), process capability analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with employees at all organizational levels.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment while maintaining high quality standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and statistical analysis software.
• Ability to maintain accurate records in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Ability to work effectively within a team‑oriented and culturally diverse workplace.

Let’s Create Possibilities Together.

Join a global community shaping the future of intelligent connectivity. At Belden, you’ll help push the boundaries of technology and write the next chapter of innovation, creating possibilities for your career, your future, and the world around you.

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job.

Applicants can expect a base compensation range of $110,000 t0 $160,000, plus benefits and additional incentives based on the level of the role. This is the reasonable estimate that Belden believes it might pay for this job based on applicable circumstances at the time of posting. Belden may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law, and commensurate with the applicant’s experience, qualifications, and geographical location.

Belden also offers hybrid and remote work practices where feasible and provides employees with benefits that could include health/dental/vision, long term/short term disability, life insurance, HSA/FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, parental leave, employee stock purchase plan, paid leave for volunteer work in your community, training opportunities, professional talent management and succession planning, corporate health well‑being initiatives and a work culture which includes commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and sustainability!