Quality Engineering Manager

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With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

SUMMARY POSITION

Responsible for developing, deploying and leading the organization in a variety of quality processes and concepts that improve business performance and driving critical actions and results that align to the IDEX operating model and support the business goals. Develops, implements and coordinates the quality program to prevent or eliminate defects in new or existing products and systems by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administers and oversee all ISO 9001:2015 quality system requirements within the Ocala site.

• Oversees the quality department processes and resources for Hale Products.

• Ability to analyze and resolve process issues varying from basic to very complex.

• Drive corrective actions, identifies trends, assists in problem resolution and ensures responsible parties meet their commitments.

• Implements a successful Material Review process which includes dispositioning non-conforming components identifying components, identifying appropriate root cause and implementing corrective action on non-conforming to prevent recurrence.

• Performs assessments and audits on processes and procedures to ensure compliance to specifications, engineering drawings, procedures as required by Hale’s ISO commitments.

• Interfaces with customers, suppliers and program personnel on quality related issues.

• Apply statistical analysis using the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control) process to determine necessary course of action to improve or resolve issues.

• Recommend and develop methods for improving utilization of equipment, personnel, material, and workspaces across the business.

• Estimate financial impact of current and proposed change recommendations for management review, action, and controls.

• Define and review product specifications necessary to establish quality and reliability objectives.

• Develop and implement quality standards and procedures.

• Inspect and test products or processes to ensure compliance.

• Analyze production processes to identify inefficiencies or defects.

• Use tools like Six Sigma, Lean, or Kaizen to improve quality and reduce waste.

• Investigate defects or failures and determine underlying causes.

• Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

• Maintain detailed records of quality checks and audits.

• Ensure compliance with industry regulations (ISO, FDA, etc.).

• Work closely with design, manufacturing, and supply chain teams.

• Train employees on quality standards and best practices.

• All other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND REQUIRED ABILITIES

• Bias for action; drive to achieve results and goals in the short and long term.

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions while fostering cross-functional/global problem solving and cooperation.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others toward mutual objectives.

• Ability to communicate and enlist support for the vision of the organization.

• Ability to adapt to work effectively in an environment of change, uncertainty, and ambiguity; can make pragmatic decisions in a timely fashion, especially when there is not a clear "right way."

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suites.

• Strong leadership and influence skills, with and without direct authority.

• Strong statistical analysis and auditing skills.

• Proficiency in quality management systems (QMS).

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills.

• Ability to proficiently use SPC (Statistical Process Control), FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis), Minitab, and ERP systems.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing or Engineering, MBA preferred.

• Minimum of 7-10 years quality management experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience with Supplier Approvals, Quality and Six Sigma tools (e.g. 8D’s, PPAP’s, VSM's, STD WORK, FMEA, GAGE R&R, DOEs as it relates to the DMAIC process).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds or over 40 pounds with assistance.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. May be exposed to various workplace hazards, including chemicals, machinery, and noise. Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential.

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

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