Regional Quality Manager Mill Steel Company

Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan Mill Steel Company is a team of over 400 employees with a commitment to high-quality service. We are a unified, motivated, and empowered market driven company with a single focus to be the best. Our mission is simple, expand our operations into new territories, enhance relationships with our customers and suppliers, provide the best value available in the market, increase market share in key customer industries, develop innovative responses to customer needs, and continue to foster an environment of team involvement and empowerment. As aQuality Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of quality assurance and quality control within a designated service center(s). You will be responsible to train associates to recognize defects and imperfections at all stages of the manufacturing and packaging process to uphold consistent quality standards. You will work closely with the Director of Quality to maintain quality management systems to ensure compliance with ISO 9001, IATF 16949 standards, and OSHA, as well as lead quality improvement initiatives. Duties and Responsibilities: Management of calibration, verification, process related documents and layered process audits Facilitate internal auditing and report out to the Quality Systems Manager Collaborate with Director of Purchasing to manage supplier quality and performance, including assisting in supplier audits and implementing supplier improvement programs as necessary Define root cause and execute corrective action plans, including implementation of training Trouble shoot customer quality related issues along side Technical Services team Lead and mentor production associates providing guidance and support to ensure effective execution of quality initiatives Manage laboratory personnel, equipment, and accreditations Respond and disposition all ‘in process failures’ (IPFs) at your respected location(s) Analyze data and quality metrics to monitor performance, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement initiatives Establish and communicate quality objectives, metrics, and targets throughout the organization Collaborate with Director of Operations and Plant Management to ensure effective safety operations by conducting safety inspections, administering investigation training, and communicating accident prevention Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in related field (e.g., engineering) or equivalent work experience 5-7 years of quality control in a manufacturing environment Steel manufacturing or processing experience is required Proficient in Microsoft platform Critical and proactive thinking skills Strong attention to detail Excellent written and communication skills Professional, interpersonal, organizational, and good communication skills Able to work independently as well as in a team Certifications (Preferred): Six Sigma Green Belt of higher IATF 16949 or ISO 9001 certified internal auditor Travel & Location Requirements: 25% Travel What we offer: Team oriented environment Awarded “National Best & Brightest Companies To Work For” 10 consecutive years running (2010 – 2020) Awarded “National Best & Brightest Elite Winner” 2010 – Elite Winner in Recognition & Retention 2016 – Elite Winner in Community Initiatives 2017 – Elite Winner in Recruitment, Selection & New Employee Orientation 2020 – Elite Winner in Communication & Shared Vision This employer participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr