Manufacturing Quality Manager

Join an award winning team! Building component manufacturer, voted as one of Chicago's best companies to work for, is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Manager.

Responsibilities will include:

• Oversee development and implementation of company safety & quality management system
• Develop and implement a quality plan to meet quality levels established by company guidelines and local regulations
• Lead and facilitate the quality champion program to analyze and correct nonconformance and complaints
• Collaborate with engineering to review project readiness and the purchasing of a supplier management strategy
• Work with company team members and local regulators to establish inspection protocols and ensure compliance
• Analyze and resolve process quality issues and needs as they relate to process performance and quality requirements
• Provide data related to KPI's and identify opportunities for improvement
• Travel to suppliers to ensure quality and process capacities are met 
• Strive to develop a feeling of pride and loyalty to company and team members
• Champion Affirmitive Action Program in hiring, development and promotion opportunities
• Become familiar with company policies and train subordinates to follow guidelines
• Strive to improve leadership and management capabilities for personal development

• BS in Engineering, Quality, Business or rleated degree
• 6+ years in a manufacturing or construction environment implementing quality programs
• Strong organizational and problem solving skills
• Track record of implementing Lean Manufacturing methodologies and Continuous Improvement
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Leadership ability
• U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder

Perks:

• Established and growing company
• Competitive pay and benefits packages
• Plenty of career growth opportunities