Quality Manager

Position Summary:

The primary function of this position is to perform final and in-process Quality Inspections on the different products that STAR manufactures and sells to ensure they meet specific requirements. This position also performs other miscellaneous quality functions example, assisting receiving inspection, part sorting, calibration, and quality studies. The position will also provide general oversight and supervision for the Quality Management System, as well as manage other inspectors within the Quality Department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Functional

- Final inspection / documentation of machined parts utilizing various measuring instruments.

- In-process and first part inspections of machined parts using various measuring instruments.

- Stamp completed parts using both hammered stamp and etching procedures.

- Track and document rejected parts and materials.

- Assist the Operations Manager with record keeping and production statistics analysis as needed.

- Oversight of NDT Testing based on customer requirements.

- Responsible for measuring tool calibration.

- Manage the Non-Conforming Material Reporting program.

- Schedule and facilitate Management Review Board meetings.

- Supervise workers engaged in inspection and testing activities to ensure high productivity and high technical integrity.

- Ensure a high level of internal and external customer service. Investigate customer issues and complaints relating to quality.

- Maintain active role on internal Continuous Improvement teams.

- Design, develop and implement quality control training programs.

- Interact with vendors and purchase to ensure quality of all purchased parts.

- Directly Supervise quality inspectors

- Other activities as deemed necessary by management to meet customer needs

Leadership

- Accountable for results, realizing a sense of urgency around business imperatives and convincing others of that urgency.

- Practices effective continuous process improvement techniques by eliminating non-value-added activities.

- Stays focused on work activities and works through distractions.

- Lead by example, demonstrating professionalism and a strong work ethic.

- Develop and mentor team members to foster their professional growth.

Interpersonal

- Collaboration and Teamwork: Building strong relationships and partnerships across the company to leverage ideas, capabilities, and processes. Unify internal constituents around a common vision and goals and team with others for enhanced outcomes.

- Works positively with team members to continuously improve the business.

- Resolve conflicts within the team promptly and effectively.

- Communicate regularly with upper management to provide updates on team performance and production status.

Educational Requirements

- Associate’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience with a QMS system is required

Experience Requirements

- A minimum of 5 years of experience in general shop machining, processes, and materials.

- A minimum of 5 years of experience in reading and understanding common blueprints

- A minimum of 5 years of experience in using various measuring equipment tools. (Tape Measure, Caliper, Mics…)

- Familiar with GD&T

- Non-destructive Testing experience required

Physical Requirements

- Must be able to lift and manipulate 50 pounds occasionally with assistance.

The duties and responsibilities defined above are not an all-inclusive list, but a general summary of typical duties. Individuals in this position may be expected to perform a wide range of related tasks to ensure that the goals for the team are met and that the highest level of customer service is always provided. __

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Health savings account

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Referral program

- Tuition reimbursement

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person