Summary: The Quality Assurance and Quality Control Manager is responsible for ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality products by overseeing and managing both the Quality Control and Quality Assurance functions. This includes enforcing compliance with internal standards, regulatory requirements and customer specifications while driving continuous improvements efforts in the quality process. The QA/EC Manager will lead of team of Quality Engineers, a team of inspectors and quality professionals, support manufacturing processes and collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues and improve reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee both the Quality Assurance and Quality Control activities across the manufacturing plant.
• Develop, implement, and monitor in process and final product inspection standards and testing procedures.
• Ensure compliance with internal quality systems, safety protocols, and regulatory/legal standards.
• Investigate product quality issues, perform (RCA) root-cause analysis and lead corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
• Develop quality documentation system including SOP’s, inspection plans and QA/QC records.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations and supply chain teams to review designs, materials, and manufacturing methods to ensure quality alignment.
• Schedule, assign, and supervise QA/EC staff activities while providing coaching and performance evaluations.
• Maintain calibration records for test equipment and ensure test equipment is functioning properly.
• Create and deliver training on quality standards, testing methods, and continuous improvement technologies.
• Report and analyze product quality trends and lead initiatives to reduce defects and scrap rates,
• Support audit (internal, customer, third-party) including documentation preparation and follow-up actions.
• Liaise with management to manage the QA/QC department budget and resources effectively.
• Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Technology, Quality Management, or a related field.

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in Quality Assurance and/or Quality Control in a manufacturing environment
• Supervisory or team leadership experience required.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001, TS16949, or other quality system standard.
• Strong familiarity with tools such as SPC, Six Sigma, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis and CAPA.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and quality management software, familiarity with ERP systems is a plus.
• Experience with mechanical inspection tools and equipment (i.e. calipers)

Skills:

• Quality system implementation and auditing
• Process validation and verification
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Leadership and team0buiding skills
• Attention to detail and precision
• Time management and prioritization
• Ability to collaborate across department
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Work Environment:

• The primary workspace is in a manufacturing plant environment with occasional office-based responsibilities.
• Exposure to loud noise, dust, moving mechanical parts and variable temperatures.
• Occasional travel may be required for supplier visitor or quality audits.

Physical Requirements:

• Capable of wearing task specific personal protective equipment which may include dust mask, air purifying respirator (i.e., half and/or full faced), safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, and ear protection.
• Capable of meeting OSHA standards for manual lifting guidelines: < 50lbs
• While performing the duties of this job it is required to stand, walk, and use hands to operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands or arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch when necessary for job activity.
• Visual acuity to read blueprints and conduct inspection.
• Manual dexterity and ability to use measurement and inspection tools.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods.
• Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures.

Legal and Compliance Statements
 

At-Will Employment:

This job description does not create a contract of employment, nor does it alter the at-will employment relationship. Employment with the company is voluntary and may be terminated at will by either the employee or the company, with or without cause, and with or without notice.

Job Duties Disclaimer:
The duties and responsibilities outlined here are representative but not exhaustive of the tasks that the employee may be required to perform. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other tasks as necessary to meet business needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Autocar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Compliance with Laws and Policies:
The employee must adhere to all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, as well as all company policies and procedures.

Reasonable Accommodations (ADA Compliance):
Autocar complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Employees who require assistance or accommodation should contact Human Resources.

Confidentiality and Data Protection:

Employees are expected to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information and comply with company policies regarding data protection and proprietary information, in accordance with applicable laws.

Non-Exhaustive List of Duties:

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities or qualifications associated with the position.