Quality Manager

Quality Manager - comm'l heat treat30+ year veteran heat treater seeks an experienced Quality Manager to supervise a diverse team quality technicians/engineers and assist with on-boarding and training of new staff as requiredKey Responsibilities: Maintain facility accreditations and manage third party and customer audit processesEnsure that quality-related procedures/instructions are current and add value to the operationMaintain regular KPIs related to:QualityHealth, Safety & EnvironmentContinuous ImprovementOversee the facility's training schedule and records, pulling on other Managers to develop training materials and carry out required and value-added training in their respective departmentsParticipate in relevant employee training and performance review activitiesCoordinate with the Production Manager to ensure that shop order procedures are diligently followedEnsure equipment calibration is maintained according to required accuracy/frequencyReview, control and maintenance of calibration and quality records including furnace charts, job cards, P.O.s, certifications and lab samplesAssign and review non-conformances to HTS Aurora QMS and coordinate their disposition and resolution using appropriate RCA/CAPA methodologyControl relevant sub-contractors and vendors by audit, surveillance and/or review of subcontractor documentation and maintain an approved vendor listProvide occasional after-hours support for quality/metallurgy-related issues Minimum Required Education, Skills, Experience:Bachelor's Degree in technical field (Metallurgy, Materials Science or similar)5 years relevant work experience, with at least 3 years in a Quality Management/Metallurgy role. Experience in the heat treatment industry is an asset.Working knowledge of Industry Standards/Specifications/Checklists such as:ISO 9001AS9100IATF 16949CQI-9Nadcap (heat treatment)ISO 14001AMS 2750General understanding of heat-treating processes and equipmentPhysical and mental readiness for occasional business travelU.S. Citizenship or Permanent ResidencyExcellent English verbal and written communication/negotiation skillsStrong work ethicAbility to organize own workValid driver's license