Quality Director

Basic Function: The Quality Director is responsible for the performance and continuous improvement of the quality portion of the Integrated Management System. This includes overseeing all aspects of quality and lean. They oversee team members within the Quality Department and Document Control. They are responsible for implementing, and maintaining the most effective procedure for an optimum Quality System Management. In addition, they are responsible for any other task the Director of Global Operations deems necessary.    Essential Functions: Promote continuous improvement of all quality & process metrics and the Integrated Management System as a whole Ensure Monthly Concern Reports are prepared Prepare Process Improvement Studies; perform Internal 8-D’s, report opportunities for improvement to the management team Oversee the Technical Labs Address customer concerns Ensure customer needs are represented when setting quality objectives  Calculate Q-Cost and provide to LGC headquarters each month Conduct Annual Quality Planning and send to LGC headquarters as required Calculate and submit KPI performance  Maintain product and process controls to ensure product quality and consistency Update Production Control Plans and FMEAs as needed Serve as backup for Technical Lab Managers Prepare and report monthly Internal Audit findings for Management Reviews Communicate audit findings, performance results, and program changes and/or improvements to company Team Members, if necessary Uphold the MS, IATF 16949 program and fulfill any specified responsibilities within Oversee the Quality Management System  Complete customer audits Coordinate 2nd and 3rd party audits of the Quality Management System Oversee second party supplier audit program Audit Coordinator: Oversee entire audit plan Schedule (and conduct as necessary) audits Review nonconformances and recommendations and forward them to appropriate managers for corrective action and recommendation action responses Schedule corrective action and recommendation response follow-ups           Skills / Competencies: Superior communication skills Excellent organizational skills Strong analytical and interpersonal skills Ability to demonstrate effective leadership skills Excellent problem-solving skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).   Strong negotiation, organizational presentation skills Strong training skills Certifications in ISO/ IATF or other management system requirements   Education: Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Chemistry, Quality Management or related field   Experience: 3 years of experience in a decision-making position regarding quality, customer requirements and quality standards   Please visit: www.uniseal.com to learn more about our company. Uniseal, Inc. is an LG Chem Company. "We connect science to life for a better future."   Uniseal offers a very competitive compensation package, including: Medical, dental, vision (average of over 70% Medical premiums paid for by company!) Hourly pay plus Incentive (after training is completed) Company provided Life Insurance and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Discounts for local gyms 401k Retirement plans with generous employer match Vacation, Holidays, and Paid Time Off for volunteer work   Uniseal, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.