An industrial manufacturer in the Bluffton, IN area is looking for a motivated Quality Control Assistant Manager. This role will focus on overseeing the quality control department addressing both internal and supplier-related quality issues. This is a full-time, direct-hire position, and offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance with 401(k) matching.
Quality Control Assistant Manager Responsibilities:
- Assist management in overseeing the entire QC department and support supervisors in the managing of daily activities
- Ensure training materials, plans, and competency checks are in place for QC associates and provide ongoing feedback
- Maintain knowledge of production processes and quality controls, with a focus on quality improvements
- Communicate with customers and suppliers on quality issues, with occasional travel (likely once a month for up to 2 days)
- Provide technical support for major gauge and QA machine issues
- Address and resolve quality control issues as necessary
- Assist with disciplinary actions as needed
- Manage scheduling including overtime and vacation time for direct reports
- Ensure adherence to all IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 standards to guarantee the production of high-quality products.
- Ensure a safe and clean working environment
- Other duties as needed
Quality Control Assistant Manager Qualifications:
- Minimum High School Diploma or GED required
- Bachelor's degree in Quality, Metrology, Industrial Technology or related work experience
- Must have prior leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in automotive or industrial manufacturing
- Relevant experience with quality systems, quality management, quality assurance, PPAP, and quality control
- Strong mechanical skills or experience in manufacturing environment preferred
- Understanding of and experience with IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 standards
- This position includes manufacturing and warehousing work environment. While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, lift in excess of 25 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.
Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you're a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.
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