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We are looking for:

A Quality Manager to lead the Quality function at the Winona, MN facility by continuously improving our quality performance and fulfilling the demanding expectations of our customers.    This position will drive a site wide quality mindset and implement proper process control techniques to control quality at the process line.  In addition this position will be responsible for implementation and maintenance of the sites quality system, which meets customer and internal requirements.  The system shall meet the requirements of AS 9100, NADCAP AC 7124,  NADCAP AC 7122, RC 14001, and CMMC.  The Quality Manager position has responsibility for all aspects of the development and maintenance of an effective quality assurance program to ensure that the composite products meet Syensqo , customer, and governmental regulatory standards and specifications.

 

We can count on you to:

Lead the quality engineering group to analyze production processes using tools like Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), lean and six-sigma to implement process controls at the line that improve quality, reduce waste and increase consistency.  The quality manager will report continuous improvement results to GBU quality organization through the CAB meetings.

Interacts with Sales, Production, Order Fulfillment and Technology to ensure testing programs are established that meet both internal and customer requirements.

Maintaining and improving upon the Quality system as developed around AS 9100.   This system must meet and exceed both customer requirements and internal requirements.  To ensure compliance, procedures and systems must be internally audited.  The system performance through final product certification is the responsibility of the incumbent.

Customer interface regarding specification, testing, contract review specification and product performance problems become the main responsibility of the incumbent.  As most products produced are manufactured to customer specifications, this may require travel to the customer and to the vendor facilities to evaluate testing and product problems. Also expected to manage Customer Supplier Quality Interface System (CARs, QNs, ect) and respond to and complete supplier surveys.

Coordinating, and hosting audits.  Audits are typically performed to the customers’ specification requirements.

Ensure that products are produced and tested to the highest standards, it is imperative that procedures are constantly reviewed and new procedures implemented when applicable.  The incumbent is responsible through direct and indirect reports in each area to ensure these procedures are reviewed and updated on a regular basis as required.  Sound statistical techniques shall be used to analyze and resolve product issues in a timely manner.  The incumbent shall have final authority when quality standards of a product are in question.

Insuring that the final product certification customer has been prepared per requirements prior to shipment.  Any major deviations or non-conformance’s are to be documented and brought to the incumbent’s attention.

Ensuring suitable FOD, housekeeping and safety programs and policies are maintained and followed in all the quality areas.  This responsibility includes preparation and presentation of safety items in conjunction with the plant SHE Manager and various direct reports.

Safe refinement and execution of the Quality System to ensure both customer and internal requirements are consistently met.  The system must meet the requirements of AS-9100, NADCAP and any additional customer requirements. 

Administer and develop assigned personnel: Directs and participates in the hiring and training of Quality Engineers, Lab Supervisor, Configuration and Certification Specialists.

Develop, implement, and review key quality process indicators to ensure manufacturing is producing in spec product with the least waste and cost.  Lead APQP and FMEA analysis of the process and design and implement improvements that drive at the source quality improvements.  Move the organization to quality control at the process line.

Lead the process of transferring products from one Syensqo site to another as well as re-qualification of raw and finished products due to obsolscence issues.

 

You can count on us for:

Growth and developmental opportunities

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You will bring:

A minimum BS degree in engineering is required

3-5+ years of progressive experience in Composite Materials Quality Assurance or equivalent. 

Must have prior experience in supervision and management along with good inter-personal, communication and computer skills.

Technical Quality experience is preferred over quality systems experience.

Requires administrative skills to coordinate and facilitate efforts with other departments on site (Technology, Production, Engineering, Sales, Order Fulfillment) as well as other sites within CEM. 

Must also have a background in dealing with the budget preparation and cost control, as the incumbent is responsible for both capital and expense budgets related to Quality.

An understanding of Quality Systems including but not limited to NADCAP and AS 9100.  Overall, the position requires a combination of managerial, technical, and administrative skills developed from experience in previous lower level jobs.

The Quality Manager must possess strong leadership skills including the capability to be a good listener. The manager must be capable of handling upset customers, remaining calm, and taking an analytical approach to problem solving. The manager must be capable of mentoring and coaching others within the department to guide them in resolving technical issues.  The incumbent must have the ability to lead process and system improvements across the plant pertaining to quality. Must have the ability to accept a high level of accountability with little direction from manager, a self starter.

Ability to problem solve; including cause and corrective action for materials failing to meet customer specifications

Technical understanding of composites and resin chemistry preferred.

 

You will get:

Competitive salary and benefits package

The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $100,000 to $120,000 per year. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.

16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations

Training platform for all employees

Free language courses (24 languages available)

Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

 

 

 

 

About us

Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity. At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.