Job Title: Quality Manager Job Description Position Overview: The Quality Manager will plan, coordinate, and direct all quality-related activities as it pertains to Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) to ensure the products produced exceed or meet the established standards and specifications. Essential Duties: - Lead and direct the establishment, maintenance, and compliance of the Quality Management System across functions. - Coordinate with the Production, Operations, and Customer Service departments to improve our service to customers. - Formulate and maintain quality objectives that complement corporate policies and goals. - Ensure maintenance of complete files of analytical test results, COAs, specifications, and test methods, and conduct training for all quality staff on the filing system. - Develop annual budgets for Quality Assurance & Quality Control, including laboratory expenses, routine supplies, and new equipment. - Cooperate with the Production Manager to help produce high-quality products. - Coordinate with the Environmental Health and Safety Manager to ensure appropriate personnel are trained in laboratory and plant safety to comply with OSHA regulations. - Ensure laboratory personnel are trained to handle hazardous waste as required by EPA and DOT regulations. - Establish and maintain procedures to routinely calibrate laboratory equipment and keep calibration records as required by ISO certification. Schedule regular repairs and maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance. - Interpret the quality philosophy to key personnel within the organization. - Assist the Purchasing Department in evaluating raw material samples from vendors and help purchase high-quality raw materials at the lowest cost. - Provide regular feedback to management on all quality-related activities within the organization. - Provide regular performance evaluation, feedback, and direction to subordinates. - Develop subordinates' skills and encourage their growth. - Perform other duties as assigned. Hard Skills + Quality Management System + Quality Control (QC) + Quality Assurance (QA) + Analytical test results + COAs + Specifications + Test methods + Calibration of laboratory equipment + ISO certification + EPA and DOT regulations + OSHA safety regulations Soft Skills + Coordination with departments + Formulating objectives + Training staff + Budgeting + Cooperation with managers + Providing feedback + Performance evaluation + Skill development Job Type This is a permanent position. Work Site This is a fully on-site position in Fairfield, Ohio. Work Environment Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (some flexibility: 7:30 am - 3:30 pm, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm) About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.