QUALITY MANAGER

AIDA-America; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

AIDA-America in Dayton, OH, seeks a Quality Manager to lead and maintain a robust QMS and drive continuous improvement across operations, engineering, purchasing, and suppliers.

Requires a Bachelor's in Engineering or Technology, 7+ years quality experience in manufacturing, and 2–3 years of supervisory experience; strong ISO9000 knowledge and QMS implementation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technology, or equivalent.
• 7+ years of quality experience in manufacturing.
• 2–3 years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of ISO9000 and QMS implementation.
• In-depth understanding of inspection techniques and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain ISO9000-compliant QMS including documentation and internal audits.
• Manage CAPA system with emphasis on root cause analysis and trend spotting.
• Ensure inspection processes meet internal quality standards.
• Oversee calibration of test and measurement equipment.
• Drive process re-engineering to improve product and order realization.
• Assess supplier quality plans and establish performance criteria.
• Collaborate with purchasing to improve supplier quality metrics.
• Coordinate with suppliers to resolve nonconformities.

Skills

Quality management

ISO9000

Leadership

CAPA system

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

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QUALITY MANAGER

Full Time Dayton, OH, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1023

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $100,000.00 Annually

SCOPE:

The Quality Manager will lead, develop, and maintain a robust Quality Management System (QMS) while championing continuous improvement initiatives throughout the organization. This position partners cross-functionally with operations, engineering, purchasing, and suppliers to ensure compliance, performance excellence, and customer satisfaction.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Technology, or equivalent experience.

EXPERIENCE/ REQUIREMENTS:

• 7+ years of relevant quality experience in a manufacturing environment
• 2–3 years of supervisory experience preferred

Technical Expertise:

• Strong knowledge of ISO9000 requirements and QMS implementation
• In-depth understanding of inspection techniques and instrumentation

JOB FUNCTIONS:

Quality Systems & Compliance

• Lead and maintain ISO9000-compliant Quality Management Systems including controlled documentation and internal auditing program
• Manage and improve a closed-loop Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) system with emphasis on trend analysis and a strong focus on driving root cause analysis
• Ensure inspection processes comply with internal quality standards
• Oversee calibration of all test and measurement equipment
• Drive process re-engineering efforts to improve product and order realization
• Assess supplier product specifications and quality plans
• Establish supplier quality performance criteria and monitor performance
• Collaborate with purchasing to improve supplier quality metrics
• Reject nonconforming materials and act as liaison to facilitate supplier communication, mutual understanding and correction/prevention.

Inspection & Technical Oversight

• Utilize analytical methods to target and prioritize incoming inspection efforts
• Verify quality of production materials and final product prior to shipment · Ensure proper application of metrology principles and inspection instruments

Leadership & Performance Management

• Supervise and develop direct reports
• Establish and track departmental performance metrics · Develop training programs and annual skill assessments
• Ensure understanding and adherence to quality standards
• Promote ethical, professional conduct and policy compliance

Organizational Support

• Support corporate and departmental objectives
• Ensure alignment with quality policy and business vision
• Work cross-functionally to ensure downstream customer satisfaction

What We’re Looking For

• Proven critical thinking and problem-solving capability
• Strong leadership and accountability
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams
• High level of integrity and professionalism

All of the above functions are essential for the position. Reasonable accommodations for disabilities (as defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act) will be made. All qualification/requirements listed indicate the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, experience and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform effectively. Quality is a critical factor of job performance. This position description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of accountabilities, duties, responsibilities of requirements. Any individual may be required to perform any other job-related activities or functions requested by his/her manager, subject to reasonable accommodation.