Quality Manager

Engel Diversified Industries   Jordan, MN   Full-time     Manufacturing / Production / Operations
Posted on May 21, 2024

Quality Manager

SUMMARY
This is a management position that requires a general understanding of management of
people and processes. The specific skills required in this position are listed below and are
only a guide to understanding the demands of the job. The right candidate will have the
ability to learn and grow based on the needs of the organization, utilizing necessary skills
to accomplish the function of the position. Continuous Improvement and organizational
skills are the keys to success. The work is often hands-on, interacting with shop floor
personnel, tool & die designers, toolmakers, Quality, Production, and Maintenance to
ensure the most effective plans are created and implemented.
JOB DESCRIPTION
 Strong understanding of fabrication processes related to our customers Products.
 General knowledge of the quality systems supporting the metal fabrication industry.
 Capable of driving strategies related to the Quality Management System. (QMS)
 Strong communication skills supporting Engel Diversified Industries QMS.
 Capable of one-on-one conversation with our customers and vendors while working
through quality concerns that may arise.
 Understanding and creation of the process flow diagrams, PFMEA’s, Control Plans
as required for PPAP documentation.
 Mentoring employees in the quality department by sharing technical expertise and
providing feedback and guidance.
 Identifies weaknesses in processes that negatively affect part quality and
contributes ideas for corrective action.
 Manages quality containment and MRB, Leads containment activity and ensures
customer relationship and cooperate image are not adversely affected by quality
escapes.
 Working with production leads the corrective action process. Works cooperatively
with responsible area to ensure appropriate corrective actions are implemented.
 Assist Production in troubleshooting activities at the machine/process to solve
unforeseen manufacturing challenges.
 Working with Sales and Production to determine and create processes that achieve
the customers part print expectations.
 Develop and implement procedures, work instructions, supporting our ISO
standards as well as continuous improvement planning.
 Capable of leadership of all QMS/ISO audits of internal and external business
functions.
 Can provide and implement safety, quality, and delivery improvements adhering to
our cooperate values.
 Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops,
reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and
participating in professional societies.
 And all other duties as required in this position.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
 Five (5) or more years’ experience in metal stamping, fabrication industry.
 Deep understanding of metal stamping and sheet metal fabrication technologies
related to the Quality Management System.
 Experience with quality tools of a typical inspection laboratory. Micrometer,
Calipers, Gauges, Pin Gauges, Go/No-Go Gauges, General Hand Measuring tools,
and CMM’s. The general calibration of these tools.
 Experience working with a team of Quality Technicians. Level 1 and 2.
 Experience with ISO 9001/2015 Standards.
 Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
 Demonstrated ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions.
 Working knowledge of CMM programming.
 “Hands-on” approach, with passion for continues improvement.
 Excellent communication skills, maintaining effective working relationships.
LEADERSHIP REQUIREMENTS
 Maintains ethics and integrity congruent to the company’s mission and values.
 Assists in the development of personnel through positive reinforcement and
coaching techniques.
 Establishes performance standards of the department, monitoring employee
performance and training to maximize performance within the department.
 Responsibilities include hiring, planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising
performance, rewarding, and disciplining employees. Addressing complaints and
assuring problems are resolved. Developing employee growth.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is occasionally
required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls;
reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or
hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. 
Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color
vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.