Quality Strategy Lead - Customer & Manufacturing Excellence

Norsk Hydro; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life

Retirement Savings Plan

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Referral Bonuses

Parental Leave

On-site Gym & Café

Job summary

Hydro Extrusions, a leading aluminium extrusion company, seeks a Quality Manager to drive the site's quality strategy, reduce defects, and lead the quality team. You will partner with production and customers, use data-driven tools, and mentor staff to ensure compliance and safety while delivering cost reductions.

Required: 7+ years in manufacturing with 5+ years in leadership; ITAR eligibility; extrusion experience preferred. This is an on-site role at our North American location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality or related field.
• 7+ years in manufacturing.
• 5+ years of leadership experience.
• ITAR eligibility.
• Experience with aluminum extrusion preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the site's quality strategy using data analytics and advanced tools.
• Provide customer quality support and ensure standards are met at plant and customer sites.
• Bridge customer and plant for claims, problem solving and improvement projects.
• Develop and review plant floor processes with proper documentation.
• Lead root cause investigations (8D, DMAIC) for defects.
• Document deviations and conduct failure investigations.
• Train and coach team on quality standards and processes.
• Coach shop floor teams on process deviation and technical knowledge.
• Serve as SME in quality lab testing and measurement methods.
• Ensure inspection records and test data are complete and accurate.
• Perform daily site walks to identify issues and coordinate resolution.
• Assist customers in aluminum basics and quality requirements.
• Uphold safety, integrity, and quality reporting standards.

Skills

Leadership

Data analytics

Quality management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Manufacturing/Quality or related field

Job description

Hydro Extrusions, a leading aluminium extrusion company, seeks a Quality Manager to drive the site's quality strategy, reduce defects, and lead the quality team. You will partner with production and customers, use data-driven tools, and mentor staff to ensure compliance and safety while delivering cost reductions.

Required: 7+ years in manufacturing with 5+ years in leadership; ITAR eligibility; extrusion experience preferred. This is an on-site role at our North American location.