Remedy is thrilled to have been selected to work with an innovative manufacturer as they look to welcome a knowledgeable Quality and Continuous Improvement Manager to their dynamic team. This Quality and Continuous Improvement Manager will be tasked with evaluating work processes to determine strategies and programs to improve operational productivity and efficiency. This position will require assessing the current processes and developing the plan to implement a culture of quality and continuous improvement. Check out more great details below!
Job Title: Quality and Continuous Improvement Manager
Job Type: Full-time/Direct Hire/In-person
Reports to: General Manager
Location: Buffalo, NY
Shift: Days
Pay: $85,000 - $105,000
Work Perks: This client is proud to offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits options including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance as well as a 401k program, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and so much more!
Essential job duties for this Quality and Continuous Improvement Manager will include: Continuous Improvement:
Develop and lead continuous improvement roadmap and initiatives Develop lean culture across the organization. Coach, mentor, and provide support and leadership to the organization on the use of Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement tools. Lead cross-functional projects and initiatives to deliver process improvements, lean strategies, and best practices. Integrate new processes and technologies into existing workflows leveraging effective change management tools Consult and advise leadership on process and performance improvement opportunities Support the development of change management tools Conduct advanced data analysis and facilitate value stream mapping of key processes to define current state and develop plans to execute to future state. Drive the development of the continuous improvement training curriculum Quality Management
Define, develop and implement quality management strategy and structure Manage annual reviews, revisions and internal audits of quality system procedures and work instructions. Serve as the primary quality control resource for problem identification, resolution, loss reporting, and continuous improvement. Develop/manage corporate review process, quality metrics, root cause analysis, CAPA usage, inspection and documentation/statistical control processes to drive improved quality. Promptly address customer issues based on priority and risk assessment. Work with customer facing teams and internal execution teams to address and resolve issues. Analyze and prioritize warranty data driven improvements to reduce post-installation costs and overall system performance. Develop process certification standards and develop process to achieve external certifications and recognition. Conduct data analysis and provide recommendations for product recalls as needed. Collaborate with product development and software development teams to ensure testing, development, and product release processes meet quality and reliability expectations. We're looking for knowledgeable Quality and Continuous Improvement professionals with the following background profile/skillset: Bachelor's degree in relevant field At least 5+ years of relevant experience in quality/continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Proven experience leading organizational change management initiatives, Lean manufacturing methods and process improvement programs. Experience operating in and managing quality management systems. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong supervisory and leadership skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. This is an incredible opportunity for a skilled Continuous Improvement/Quality leader with a strong ability to build and nurture positive relationships across multiple teams while developing/implementing key processes and improvements. This position requires a personable yet professional leader who can prioritize and delegate tasks in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. If you possess the background/skills we've described, we want to hear from you right NOW! Please apply today with your more accurate/up-to-date resume for immediate consideration.
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