Quality Manager

Westfall Technik, LLC; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary: $140,000 (Based on education)

11 Paid Holidays

401K, Employer Match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Parental Leave

Job summary

Westfall Technik, LLC is seeking a Quality Manager to develop and maintain the Quality Management System across manufacturing facilities. You will lead ISO/SQF compliance efforts, drive CAPA, and manage cross-functional teams to ensure product quality from design through production.

The role requires 5–7 years in manufacturing quality management, a strong background in QMS tools, Lean, and Six Sigma, and certification in ISO 9001/13485. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Quality, or a related technical discipline required.
• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive quality management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Certified Lead Auditor for ISO 9001 and ISO 13485; SQF and/or HACCP training desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management and Control Strategy.
• Serve as site ISO and SQF Management Representative and lead internal audits.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and SPC methodologies.
• Coordinate quality activities in new product introductions and engineering projects.
• Establish KPIs and report progress to leadership.

Skills

QMS

ISO 9001

SQF

Leadership

Six Sigma

Data analysis

ERP systems

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or quality

Tools

QMS software

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Here at Westfall Technik, we pride ourselves on being a fast growing Plastic Injection Manufacturing Company in the USA and soon Globally. While many companies outsource their work, we believe in keeping our jobs in the US. We currently support over 1,100 employees across 11 facilities in the US, and we are still growing.

At our Delta Yimin Technologies, Inc we invest in our people. Our overall success is largely contributed to our employees’ skills and talents, that have been impactful and essential to the growth of our business. Here, you’ll get the opportunity to test your knowledge and skills and become a critical player within Westfall. We want you to view your time at Westfall as an investment to your future.

Professional Attributes

The Quality Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the Quality Management and Control Strategy. This role ensures that quality standards are consistently met through robust systems, proactive process control, and cross-functional leadership. The Quality Manager serves as the site’s Management Representative for ISO and other quality certifications (e.g., SQF) and leads efforts in continuous improvement, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction.

Strong communication, analytical thinking, systems proficiency, and presentation skills are essential for effectively managing internal teams, addressing customer concerns, and collaborating with cross-functional departments.

Desired Skills And Experience

• Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Oversee, maintain, and continuously improve the company’s QMS to meet ISO and customer-specific requirements.
• Analyze system performance data and recommend changes to enhance effectiveness, reduce variation, and ensure compliance.
• Audit internal processes and documentation to ensure full adherence to applicable standards (ISO 9001/13485, SQF etc.).
• Lead the development and implementation of new quality programs and systems as needed.
• Leadership & Strategic Planning
• Serve as the ISO Management Representative and SQF Practitioner, managing related documentation, teams, and external audit activities.
• Coordinate quality activities in new product introductions and engineering projects to ensure compliance from design through production.
• Establish strategic quality goals and KPIs aligned with business objectives, regularly reporting progress to executive leadership.
• Lead the Food Safety Team and oversee compliance with food safety standards where applicable.
• Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis
• Lead advanced problem-solving efforts (e.g., 8D, DMAIC, FMEA) using analytical tools to identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions.
• Champion the Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) system:
• Track and verify open actions for timely completion.
• Analyze trends and recurring issues to drive systemic improvements.
• Conduct effectiveness audits and department-level ISO process audits.
• Continuous Improvement
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement across the organization using tools such as Lean, Six Sigma, and SPC.
• Facilitate training sessions, quality awareness programs, and workshops to elevate the quality mindset.
• Other Duties as Assigned
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support the team and meet operational priorities.

Specific Skill Set

• Communication
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for internal and external interactions, report writing, and audit presentations.
• Presentation
  • Confident in presenting data, trends, and insights to senior management, auditors, and customers.
• System
  • Strong understanding of ERP systems, QMS software, and data analysis platforms.
• Analytics
  • Ability to interpret data, draw logical conclusions, and make data-driven decisions.
• Exposure
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Quality, or a related technical discipline (master's degree or certifications a plus).
  • Minimum 5–7 years of progressive quality management experience in a manufacturing environment (plastics, packaging, or regulated industries preferred).
  • Certified Lead Auditor for ISO 9001, ISO 13485; SQF and/or HACCP training/certification highly desirable.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint), ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.), and QMS tools.
  • Experience in Lean, Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt preferred), and root cause analysis methodologies.

Essential Functions And Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• The employee must occasionally lift to 25 lbs. when necessary.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is usually in an office within a manufacturing facility with low to moderate noise level. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to work well with others, one on one, remote, via video and phone.
• Ability to work independently.

Westfall Technik is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, age for individuals age 40 and over, medical condition (as defined by state law (for example, cancer or genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS), marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to Recruitment, Hiring, Placement, Promotion, Transfer, Training, Compensation, Benefits, Employee activities and general treatment during employment.

What You’ll Love About Us

• Salary: $140,000 (Based on education and experience)
• 11 Paid Holidays, Sick Pay, Vacation Pay
• 401K, Plus Employer Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Company Sponsored Life and AD&D, Short and Long Term Disability, Paid Parental Leave, and More…
• We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, region, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.