Kalrez® Quality Manager

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The Kalrez® business is seeking a self-motivated, results-driven Global Quality Manager to lead and accelerate both short- and long-term quality improvement initiatives. This role is responsible for defining the strategic direction across the Kalrez® business in partnership with our global manufacturing network. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who thrives on driving change, solving complex problems, and continuously improving systems to meet the rigorous demands of the Semiconductor, Aerospace, and other critical markets.

This role is accountable for all aspects of the Quality Management System (QMS), customer satisfaction, certifications, supplier quality, audits, and corrective/preventive actions. The Global Quality Manager will work closely with the business to embed a culture of quality and continuous improvement across the organization.

 Your Key Responsibilities: 

• Define and execute quality objectives aligned with long-term business goals and customer expectations, with a focus on global consistency and excellence.
• Generates and maintains 5-year Quality Roadmaps for each manufacturing site and for the global manufacturing network.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across the QMS to meet and maintain ISO9001:2015 and other industry specific standards
• Serve as the primary point of contact for quality-related customer communications, complaints, and inquiries.
• Drive improvements in statistical process control (SPC/SQC) and data-driven decision-making.
• Collaborate with Commercial, Technical, and R&D teams to support product development
• Establish and monitor quality goals for internal operations and influence global quality performance across the manufacturing network.
• Ensure supplier and raw material compliance with customer and regulatory quality requirements.
• Lead internal and external audits, root cause analyses, and the implementation of effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Promote a proactive, hands-on approach to quality leadership, with a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and global collaboration.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field (required)
• 8+ years of progressive experience in quality management within a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Proven experience with ISO 9001:2015 and other relevant quality standards
• Experience leading audits, root cause analysis, and CAPA implementation
• Familiarity with regulatory and customer quality requirements across international markets
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
• Lead Auditor Certification (ISO 9001 or equivalent)

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Proficiency in statistical process control (SPC), Six Sigma, and data analysis tools
• Excellent leadership and team-building skills
• Strategic thinking with a hands-on, proactive approach
• Ability to influence and drive change across global teams

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