Quality Manager

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

The Quality Manager provides Leadership to Quality Engineers and support Quality Staff and possesses Subject Matter Expert ( SME)

expertise with Quality focus across the applicable disciplines. The individual is Operational in concentration and Site focused on

project development. In addition, experience should be present in working with customers up to and including Tier 1 Level, with the

individual providing strategic, technical and project management support at the site level for Quality initiatives to reduce COPQ and

optimization of Quality Management System (QMS) processes. Site Quality Manager personnel typically execute Quality initiatives at

the individual contributor and supervisory levels.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but not limited to:

• Manage site-level Quality personnel, ensuring alignment with site and regional goals and targets.
• Exercise independent decision-making in technical and financial teams, acting in the customer's best interest and supporting key quality initiatives.
• Demonstrate expertise in Lean, continuous improvement, and advanced problem-solving to address manufacturing and QMS challenges.
• Oversee complex QMS processes, regulatory requirements, and certifications, including ISO 9001, ISO 13485, AS 9100, and IPC standards.
• Track and manage Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as customer complaints, factory yields, and supplier acceptance rates, driving improvements in quality performance.
• Maintain regulatory compliance, record-keeping, and certifications for agencies like UL, FDA, FM, and CSA.
• Support key customer accounts by building strong relationships, resolving issues, and collaborating with senior leaders.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts and implement effective solutions to enhance site operations and customer success.
• Serve as a member of the Site Leadership Team, contributing to the Company's Vision and Strategy within the business unit.
• Provide clear communication across site and regional QMS, business, and customer interactions at all organizational levels.
• Build, coach, and lead a strong cross-functional team, fostering a culture aligned with Creation Core Values.
• Collaborate with other site, regional, and global Quality leaders and external suppliers to resolve issues and share expertise.
• Participate in site budgeting processes, including continuous improvement and headcount modeling.
• Exhibit strong leadership, people skills, and effective presentation and communication abilities to influence decision-making processes.
• Some travel between business units, customers, suppliers will be required.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree required in Quality or Technical Discipline / Master's Degree in related discipline preferred
• 8-10 years relevant Quality experience in electronics manufacturing or Medical Device/ Aerospace and Defense (A&D) with a minimum of 5+ years in Quality management/leadership preferred.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Experience in application of Lean Methodologies and/or Six Sigma.
• Working Experience with ISO9001, AS9100 and ISO13485/FDA and other applicable standards.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and to deliver results accurately and on time
• Advanced communication and presentation skills adaptable to various organizational levels.
• Highly proficient in MS Office Word and PowerPoint with advanced knowledge in Excel
• Attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to meet firm deadlines.
• Proven leadership in fostering collaboration, coaching, and mentoring teams.

This role will require a full background check and drug screening. Albuquerque manufactures materials that are governed by ITAR regulations, which require employees to be U.S. persons.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $135,000-$150,000 per per year. Full-time employees are also eligible for performance based bonuses and benefits. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as a final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, education, location, and shift. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on the date of hire, schedule type, and hours worked.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Creation Technologies is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Canada: Title for the position will be in accordance with applicable national and local laws.