Quality Manager

EcoWater Systems LLC; Iuka (MS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global water treatment leader in Iuka, MS, is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to supervise all QA technicians. The role involves ensuring compliance with quality standards, driving cultural change towards quality improvement, and implementing world-class quality policies. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in a related field and over 7 years of experience in a quality leadership role. Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma practices is essential. This position offers an impactful opportunity in a company committed to innovation.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in a manufacturing quality leadership position.
• Strong knowledge and experience in Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma.
• Certification in Quality Management (e.g., CQE, CQA) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Quality Assurance technicians at plant locations.
• Ensure compliance with company and industry standards.
• Drive cultural change focused on quality improvement.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Quality Management

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in technical or manufacturing discipline

Tools

APQP

FMEA

Statistical methods

Job description

EcoWater Systems LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Supervises all Quality Assurance technicians at plant locations.

Provide strategic and tactical leadership in the development and implementation of world class quality policies, programs, and procedures in support of overall operational goals and strategic objectives.

General Overview

EcoWater Systems is the global, multi-segment leader in residential and commercial water treatment with a proven history of innovation and success and annual revenues of over $200 million. With the highest ratings and quality backed by industry leading warranties and certifications, as well as eco-friendly solutions that conserve energy, salt usage, and water consumption, EcoWater Systems is driven by a vision to enhance life’s most precious resource – water!

EcoWater Systems is part of Marmon Water Inc., one of eleven groups within Marmon Holding, Inc. (www.marmon.com), a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global organization comprised of diverse business groups, approximately 100 companies, more than 300 autonomous manufacturing/service facilities in over 20 countries, and annual revenues of approximately $9 billion.

Provide strategic and tactical leadership in the development and implementation of world class quality policies, programs, and procedures in support of overall operational goals and strategic objectives.

Overall Responsibilities

The list below highlights the essential job responsibilities but is not exhaustive.

• Assure compliance to company and industry standards for manufacturing procedures and processes.
• Drive cultural change focused on “building quality in” vs. an inspection-oriented approach.
• Ensure a high level of internal and external customer service. Drive a strong quality message through outstanding performance and investigate, determine root cause, initiate permanent corrective action, and document customer issues and complaints as they arise.
• Develop and mentor staff and provide strong developmental support.
• Initiate the use of world class quality tools, systems, and procedures within the Quality organization to support the overall operational goals.
• Develop and implement cost control/savings initiatives related to scrap reduction, process improvements and customer issues.
• Establish and direct an overall vision and direction for the daily operations of the quality function, including auditors, analysts, metrology technicians, and all associated testing procedures and record maintenance.
• Assess and implement the appropriate data analysis, quality systems, and inspection criteria and procedures to ensure the high technical integrity of our quality processes and results.
• Review and analyze product and material specifications to determine appropriate standards and to establish quality and reliability expectancy of finished products.
• Interact with the supply chain group and vendors to ensure the quality of all purchased parts and materials.
• Develop, implement and support quality and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Interact with Customer Experience to link RMA data to internal plant quality.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in technical, manufacturing, or related discipline.
• 7+ years experience in a manufacturing quality leadership position.
• Strong knowledge and experience in Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma and world class quality management tools and applications - LEAN Six Sigma, Green or Black Belt Certification or Marmon Blue Belt would be a plus.
• Certification in Quality Management (e.g., CQE, CQA, CMQ/OE) is a plus.
• Strong knowledge and demonstrated successful application of proactive quality tools including APQP, FMEA, capability analysis, and statistical methods.
• Knowledge and functional experience in an ISO Quality Management Systems environment.
• Outstanding PC/Systems knowledge and skills.
• Strong leadership, communications and interpersonal skills with ability to interact with all levels of employees, customers and outside professionals.
• Demonstrated experience as change agent in driving a cultural shift from inspection-based systems to more proactive, process focused environment.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.