Quality Manager

Olympic Steel, Inc.; Schaumburg, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discount programs

Referral program

Job summary

Olympic Steel, Inc. is seeking a seasoned quality leader to drive policy development, procedural standardization, and supplier collaboration. The role requires interpreting IATF/ISO requirements and leading lean initiatives across departments to ensure product quality and compliance.

The successful candidate will oversee audits, PPAP/First Article submissions, and calibration programs while mentoring teams and managing change in a fast-paced steel environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• 7+ years of related experience, preferably in supervisory role.
• IATF experience required.
• ISO implementation experience required.
• Lean Six Sigma Certification required.
• Knowledge of computer applications, notably Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Knowledge of steel industry and various products.
• Knowledge of inventory management and materials production.
• Skilled in lean manufacturing principles and practices.
• Skilled in quality and environmental management systems.
• Skilled in customer service and communication.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with Corporate Quality Department to develop and implement policies and procedures
• Coordinate with divisional departments regarding quality issues and procedures
• Acts as a training resource to other departments for quality related issues
• Presents to customer and vendors as necessary
• Respond to and track corrective action responses
• Investigate and resolve root causes of customer claims
• Communicate with mills
• Participate in selection of supplies and customers
• Complete First Article/PPAP submissions
• Perform quality audits
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures and work instructions and maintain system documents
• Conduct capability studies, perform gage studies, and manage inspection equipment of calibration activities

Skills

Supervisory experience

IATF experience

ISO implementation

Lean Six Sigma

Quality management

Root cause analysis

Documentation control

Inventory management

Lean manufacturing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $90,000 USD to $130,000 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

About Olympic Steel

Since 1954, Olympic Steel has been focused on safe, profitable, and sustainable growth through the direct sale of a wide range of processed metal products and several metal-intensive branded products. Guided by our Core Values, we put safety first – always, and we believe in cultivating an inclusive workplace where employee belonging, and empowerment are foundational to everything we do. Olympic Steel offers employees the best of both worlds: the culture and community of a closely connected team with the resources, opportunity and stability of a large, growing organization. Learn more about Olympic Steel at iamolympicsteel.com.

Job Description

• Communicates with Corporate Quality Department to develop and implement policies and procedures
• Coordinate with divisional departments regarding quality issues and procedures
• Acts as a training resource to other departments for quality related issues
• Presents to customer and vendors as necessary
• Respond to and track corrective action responses
• Investigate and resolve root causes of customer claims
• Communicate with mills
• Participate in selection of supplies and customers
• Complete First Article/PPAP submissions
• Perform quality audits
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures and work instructions and maintain system documents
• Conduct capability studies, perform gage studies, and manage inspection equipment of calibration activities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required
• 7+ years of related experience, preferably in supervisory role required
• IATF experience required
• ISO implementation experience required
• Lean Six Sigma Certification required
• Knowledge of basic computer applications, notably Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Knowledge of steel industry and various products
• Knowledge of computerized document control
• Knowledge of inventory management and materials production
• Skilled in lean manufacturing principles and practices
• Skilled in inventory management
• Skilled in quality and environmental management systems
• Skilled in customer service and communication

Why Work for Olympic Steel

Olympic Steel offers comprehensive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement & Employee Discount Programs
• Referral program

We offer more than a competitive total compensation package. We provide our employees the ability to build a meaningful life-long career. When you work at Olympic Steel, you can make a significant impact – at our company, in the local community and in the world. For a comprehensive view of our benefits visit Steelperks.com.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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