QUALITY SYSTEMS MANAGER

Smalley Steel Ring Company; Lake Zurich (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO and wellness programs

Job summary

Smalley Steel Ring Company is seeking a Quality Systems Manager to lead the Quality Engineering Department's QMS/EMS responsibilities. The role maintains registrations (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100, ISO 13485, ISO 14001) and collaborates on new initiatives while ensuring compliance across the organization.

The candidate will review audit impacts, drive investigations, and support process improvements with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering and 5+ years related experience.
• Experience implementing and maintaining QMS systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintains certifications and registrations for QMS/EMS.
• Schedules and performs internal/external quality and environmental audits.
• Reviews and ensures applicable environmental laws and regulations are met.
• Reports audit results to top management and tracks QMS/EMS status.
• Supports continuous improvement initiatives across departments.

Skills

Quality auditing

ISO knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Job description

Job Location: Smalley LZ - Lake Zurich, IL 600476004

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 salary

Job Shift: Office

Job Category: QA - Quality Control

About us

Smalley is the global manufacturing leader of precision metal formed products – known forour Spirolox® retaining rings and Crest-to-Crest® wave springs. Our success is propelled by our inventive spirit, devoted team members, extensive engineering proficiency, and technical ability, cultivated by over 100 years of manufacturing excellence. We supply to industries including aerospace, automotive, medical, energy, robotics and industrial machinery – supporting over 70% of the Fortune 500 global manufacturers. We are proud of our commitment to delivering innovative, high-quality products, relentless pursuit of improvement, and unwavering dedication to providing excellent service to our valued customers.

Why Smalley?

At Smalley, we take pride in cultivating an inclusive work environment that values creativity, collaboration and diversity. We believe in our associates' unique perspectives that they bring to every challenge, which is why we will empower you to push the boundaries of what is possible. We are committed to nurturing an enjoyable work atmosphere demonstrated through activities such as Spirit Days, Cancer Awareness events, Health and Wellness activities, and fun sports opportunities to play in basketball, bags, and ping pong tournaments!

We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package as well as: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, Life insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO, and more!
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth
• Ongoing learning and training and development opportunities
• Company and department led team-building activities and events

Job Summary

We have an opening for aQuality Systems Managerin our Quality Engineering Department! This individual will maintain registration and direct activities of the integrated Quality and Environmental Management Systems (ISO9001, IATF 16949, AS9100, ISO 13485, and ISO 14001). This individual will also contribute to new business initiatives and projects while reviewing and communicating the impact on the QMS and EMS.

Responsibilities

• Maintains certifications and registrations for the Quality and Environmental Management Systems
• Schedules and performs internal/external quality and environmental audits
• Performs review and maintains applicable customer specifics systems registration (e.g. BIQS)
• Reviews and ensures that applicable environmental laws and regulations are reviewed
• Reports to top management results of internal and external audits as well as the status of the QMS and EMS
• Reviews, develops and ensures that all necessary systems and procedures (including corrective actions) are in place to satisfy the requirements of the QMS, EMS, customer requirements and audtis
• Performs and reviews supplier evaluations
• Supports the Director of Quality Engineering in the management of specific processes/projects
• Supports other departments with techniques for continuous improvements (e.g. 6s, Gemba walks, problem solving, trend analysis, etc.)
• Initiates and/or assists with investigations
• Reviews technical problems and procedures of departments and recommends solutions or changes in processes and procedures
• Reviews safety issues and its risk management
• Assists other departments (companywide) with Environmental and Quality Engineering inquiries
• Global engagement in all certifications
• Assists with recruiting, developing and evaluating department team members
• Collaborates with top management personnel in formulating and establishing quality company policies, operating procedures and goals
• Hosts and performs customer and supplier audits, on-site and/or written

QualificationsRequirements

• Four-year Engineering Bachelor's degree (B.S.); and five + years related experience
• Minimum seven years' experience in a role supervising subordinate engineers and technicians
• Quality engineering experience in implementing QMS systems, supplier QA and quality auditing
• In depth understanding of ISO 9001, ISO 13485, IATF 16949, AS9100, ISO 14001, and ISO 17025
• Quality engineering experience, implementation of QMS systems, supplier evaluation quality auditing
• Core tools interpretation and compliance with OSHA requirements
• Must be authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis

A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $90,000 - $120,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location.This role is bonus/and or incentive eligible.

EEO/Affirmative Action

Smalley is an equal opportunity employer and believes in equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. Accordingly, all employment decisions are based on the principles of equal opportunity. These decisions include recruitment, selection, promotion, transfer, discipline, compensation, benefits, training, and other personnel actions involving persons in all job titles and shall occur without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, ancestry, marital status, or any other legally protected class as recognized by applicable law.